Orlando West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Mandela's House
Visit the former home of Nelson Mandela to find artifacts and memorabilia relating to the life of South Africa’s most famous public figure.
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial during your trip to Johannesburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Activities
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
Our pick of the best Orlando West Hotel Deals
Garden Court Sandton City
Love the location, short walk to Sandton Mall & their buffet breakfast is very delicious. Riffs bar also serves good cocktails & meals.My go to place when im visiting SA
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable. The staffs were friendly.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
The staff was nice and welcoming but the facility looks like it’s in need of some renovation. It’s looking a a bit the worse for wear and inadequate of bad lighting choices in places like the bathrooms makes the place look like a motel.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
very ckean and spotless.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orlando West
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, South Western Townships and Mandela's House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Soweto
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela's House or Orlando Towers.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.
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.
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.
