Downtown Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Visit Downtown Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Johannesburg City Hall
After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Johannesburg Art Gallery
See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Ellis Park Stadium
Catch an event at Ellis Park Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Joubert Park
Joubert Park is just one of the places to see in Johannesburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Rissik Street Post Office
You can find out about the history of Johannesburg with a trip to Rissik Street Post Office. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Johannesburg: Apartheid Museum & Maboneng Half-Day Tour
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
clean room, close to the airport. efficient staff
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Nice location, easy access to terminal. Condition of room interior somewhat deteriorated...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
The rooms were neat and staff was friendly and
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Everything was excellant
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Rooms are ok but a little tired, as is the whole establishment. Communication with staff was sub-optimal. It took days to respond to emails or messages through hotels.com. I asked about using the shuttle to East Rand Mall and was given basic information, but nothing about the cost. I had one meal ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Very clean quiet and comfortable room
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
