Melrose 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.
Lion & Safari Park
Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.
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.
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
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Other neighbourhoods around Melrose
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while you're in town.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Randburg
Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden 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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Rosebank Mall
- Lion & Safari Park
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Apartheid Museum
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- First National Bank Stadium
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Wanderers Stadium
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Fourways Mall
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden
- Carnival City & Entertainment World