Johannesburg

Travel Guide

Johannesburg - Gauteng showing a city, skyline and a high rise building
Johannesburg - Gauteng showing a city, skyline and a high rise building
Johannesburg - Gauteng featuring a city and a skyscraper
Johannesburg - Gauteng showing a city, a fountain and street scenes
Johannesburg - Gauteng featuring mountain biking and farmland as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Johannesburg

Sandton Sunset

Sandton

A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

Sandton
Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while in the area.

Rosebank
This airport seems to be extremely colorful.

O.R. Tambo

4/5(135 area reviews)

While visiting O.R. Tambo, you might make a stop by sights like International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino.

O.R. Tambo
Aerial view of Johannesburg, taken from Midrand and facing South towards Sandton.

Midrand

You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.

Midrand
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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Fourways

Travelers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fourways
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 Kempton Park Gauteng
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
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BlackBrick Sandton Two

BlackBrick Sandton Two

3.5 out of 5
22 Fredman Dr Sandton Gauteng
Stay at this aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall ...
BlackBrick Sandton Two
One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel

One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
37 Cradock Ave Johannesburg Gauteng
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre ...
One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel
Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel Sandton

Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel Sandton

4.5 out of 5
125 Pretoria Ave Sandton Gauteng
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel Sandton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Johannesburg

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
45
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
51
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
22
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Overall experince is just awesome....

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I loved the city & glad that I was able to uber around town.

4/5 - Good

Pat

Lively nightlife. Excellent dining options

4/5 - Good

N.Willis

Was just scared of the crime rate

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lots of history and things to see.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

It wasn’t safe to move around the city after 3 clock

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