Downtown Johannesburg

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Popular places to visit

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Johannesburg City Hall

3/5(1 review)

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 City Hall
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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.

Nelson Mandela Bridge
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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.

Johannesburg Art Gallery
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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.

Ellis Park Stadium
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Johannesburg Stadium

Catch an event at Johannesburg Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Johannesburg Stadium
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The AGOG

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The AGOG during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.

The AGOG

Things to do

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Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour

€57
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour
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2-Day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

€662
Per adult
2-Day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
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2-Day Kruger National Park Safari with Private Transfers

€877
Per adult
2-Day Kruger National Park Safari with Private Transfers
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6 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

€1,516
Per adult
6 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
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3night-4days Madikwe River Lodge-Madikwe Game Reserve from Johannesburg Pretoria

€1,961
Per adult
3night-4days Madikwe River Lodge-Madikwe Game Reserve from Johannesburg Pretoria
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Johannesburg: Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour

€130
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg: Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg

Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
3.5 out of 5
54 Siemert Rd, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is €63 per night from 16 May to 17 May
€63
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (42 reviews)
Spacious rooms with a nice view
"Room is very nice and spacious, we have a wrap around balcony where we have coffee every morning. Bathroom is also spacious and always clean with a nice tub. My issue was the curtains are not thick enough so one can see through the bathroom at night when lights are on. So we had to take a shower ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €87 per night from 28 May to 29 May
€87
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,171 reviews)
"We requested 2 beds but room had only 1"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €93 per night from 18 May to 19 May
€93
per night
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"This property was a pleasant surprise. I was better quality than I expected. Actually it was nice. The only downfall I saw was they don’t pre-authorise your creditcard to allow for accidentals such as room service, washing clothes. So the room service you have to pay separately and the washing of ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €71 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
€71
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Some drawbacks to the inhouse dining which is very good, but challenging in terms of room service. Any difficulties however are handled thoughtfully and quickly."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €83 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
€83
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable with helpful and friendly staff. The main reason we chose this hotel was the airport shuttle which worked very well. Only downside was the rather small room if ours was typical"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
Opposite Int'l Arrivals Hall, O.R. Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €349 per night from 30 May to 31 May
€349
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (918 reviews)
"Nice and thanks"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg

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Maboneng Precinct

Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.

Maboneng Precinct
Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

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.

Johannesburg CBD
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Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Melville
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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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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
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Johannesburg Botanical Garden or Cresta Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Randburg

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