Kensington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Activities
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour
Our pick of the best Kensington Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Clean room, great amenities
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
The staff was very helpful and so kind. Very good hotel.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
All good
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Hotel is fine for an airport hotel, food is fine, room was clean and was convenient to airport.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Stayed for two nights. The room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable. Shuttle was not available to pick us up at the Gautrain station unfortunately so we had to cross the street and catch an Uber to the hotel. We used the shuttle to go to Nelson Mandela square the next day. Check-in was quick ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
excellent, friendly, clean. loved it
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.
Kensington Travel Guide
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Sandton City Mall
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Rosebank Mall
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Apartheid Museum
- Johannesburg Zoo
- First National Bank Stadium
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Wanderers Stadium
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Greenstone Shopping Centre
- Carnival City & Entertainment World
- Carlton Centre
- Fourways Mall
- Silverstar Casino
