Sandton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Michael Dos Santos
Photo by Michael Dos Santos
Photo by Daniela Garza
Photo by Daniela Garza
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Photo by Roxanne Bamboat / The Tiny Taster
Photo by Daniela Garza
Photo by Daniela Garza
Photo by Ronald Wilson
Photo by Ronald Wilson

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

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.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

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.

Nelson Mandela Square

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.

Sandton City Mall

Sandton Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Sandton Convention Centre during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Sandton Convention Centre

Wanderers Stadium

Catch an event at Wanderers Stadium during your trip to Illovo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Wanderers Stadium

Netcare Sunninghill Hospital

If Netcare Sunninghill Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Johannesburg.

Netcare Sunninghill Hospital

Activities

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

NZ$172
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

NZ$133
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

NZ$212
per adult
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Johannesburg Day Tour

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

NZ$168
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour
Trying to hide from the harshness of the summer sun....

Full Day Safari from Johannesburg - Pilanesberg Nature Reserve

NZ$303
per adult
Full Day Safari from Johannesburg - Pilanesberg Nature Reserve
City of Gold

Ultimate Johannesburg Tour

NZ$178
per adult
Ultimate Johannesburg Tour
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Our pick of the best Sandton Hotel Deals

@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$165 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$165
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (260 reviews)
"The whole staff were nice. Great ambience. The Rooms are well kept and smells fresh. Will definitely stay again. Everyone was so accommodating"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

@Sandton Hotel
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

5 out of 5
2 Maude Street, Corner of 5th Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$359 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$359
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (703 reviews)
"Large and safe area connected to Nelson Mandela Square. Lots of restaurants etc you can access without having to go outside"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St., Benmore, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$180 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$180
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"I stayed at the Radisson Blu Hotel for one week and had an excellent experience. The staff were warm, professional, and always ready to assist. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained throughout my stay. I particularly enjoyed the variety and quality of the breakfast buffet as well as ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$137 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$137
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (710 reviews)
"Quiet reasonably sized rooms walking distance to the mall and international examination center"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

4 out of 5
20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$149 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
NZ$149
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (874 reviews)
"Your reservation had a glitch You posted the 15 When marriott posted full I believe you might have a quota of room attributed To Ex..so I promptly booked soon as I finish paying it showed up the16 try to cancel it and all of bunch of reservations showed up I was on my way in the van with people who ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel

NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel

5 out of 5
138 Rivonia Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is NZ$162 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$162
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (645 reviews)
"The hotel staff was very friendly and very polite."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandton

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Sandown

If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown
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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.

Melrose
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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.

Rosebank
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Houghton Estate

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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Bryanston

Visitors to Bryanston enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market is worth a stop.

Bryanston
Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park

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.

Randburg

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