Title: Birnam Travel Guide: Best of Birnam, Johannesburg Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Birnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Birnam-Hotels.d874605631313838080.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Birnam Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Birnam.d874605631313838080.Car-Hire-Guide)[Birnam Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Birnam.d874605631313838080.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Birnam Travel Guide ## Johannesburg ![A fellow traveler at dinner ordered worms in a tomato sauce. I attempted to try it but the texture alone was rubbery. I watched my fellow traveler add hot sauce to this dish and ate every bit of it happily. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178272/ea6d9bae-b358-496f-94ef-8f79dfe88a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A fellow traveler at dinner ordered worms in a tomato sauce. I attempted to try it but the texture alone was rubbery. I watched my fellow traveler add hot sauce to this dish and ate every bit of it happily. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178272/ea6d9bae-b358-496f-94ef-8f79dfe88a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Birnam Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Johannesburg travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg.dx6051471) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066843/61f32b36-5b20-4ccf-96d3-5fb1e227324b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gold Reef City Casino 4.5/5(10 reviews) Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Reef-City-Casino-Johannesburg-South.d6066843.Attraction) ![Great food, drinks and vibe. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177935/de3aca0f-05d4-4521-9e0b-9f82b777c088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandton City Mall 4.5/5(36 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandton-City-Mall-Sandton.d6066873.Attraction) ![Canal Walk building lit up at night with lights reflection on the canal, Century City, Cape Town, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633953984995/46b354ac-b266-427a-bddc-07ddce6c9c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall of Africa 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Of-Africa-Greater-Johannesburg-Metropolitan-Area.d553248633953984995.Attraction) ![Apartheid Museum showing art and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066839/ec8b7975-cea5-43bf-b13f-ba8118764e21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Apartheid Museum 4.5/5(22 reviews) Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Apartheid-Museum-Johannesburg-South.d6066839.Attraction) ![University of South Africa, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090577/d0fc51ed-c89c-49ea-a234-d6fbdf763bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### UNISA 4/5(5 reviews) Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/UNISA-Muckleneuk.d6090577.Attraction) ![I just love coffee and cake. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179698/c065a39e-eaec-4523-b4df-226f8f30ac62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eastgate Shopping Centre During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastgate-Shopping-Centre-Johannesburg.d6154281.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4581314/e06806e3-0533-45bf-ace3-e06b83d2983c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/soweto-guided-bicycle-tour-with-lunch.a4581314.activity-details) ![From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44631798/75b2d10f-d579-4157-a1cb-6d6ed2fe7ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour £89 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-johannesburg-rhino-lion-safari-and-wonder-cave-tour.a44631798.activity-details) ![From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4749372/0441351e-17c1-4edc-9464-38949762a461.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour £146 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-johannesburg-lion-safari-park-half-day-tour.a4749372.activity-details) ![A Day Of Soweto Food & Beer Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47988010/2b0007fc-e38d-4ecf-99f4-e74ca8682f17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soweto Food & Beer Bike Tour £31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/soweto-food-beer-bike-tour.a47988010.activity-details) ![Private Johannesburg Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46324161/bef41b4a-41e4-4513-8ef1-c0970356e58e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour £122 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/johannesburg-wine-tasting-and-cableway-half-day-tour.a46324161.activity-details) ![Johannesburg: Half-Day Apartheid Museum Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44505107/fbb0fa32-76b5-49c4-9724-624d7de04c51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Johannesburg: Half-Day Apartheid Museum Tour £54 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/johannesburg-half-day-apartheid-museum-tour.a44505107.activity-details) [See all activities in Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Birnam ![Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42690000/42683800/42683777/93110e51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch 42 The High Street, Melrose Arch Johannesburg Gauteng £168 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre ... 9/10 Wonderful! (164 reviews) Great service & friendly staff Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=42683777&PinnedHotelID=42683777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=874605631313838080) ![African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915100/e86e8c1a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection 1 Melrose Square, Melrose Arch Johannesburg Gauteng £143 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (437 reviews) The service was exceptional. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=915100&PinnedHotelID=915100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=874605631313838080) ![Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3507300/3507293/f9c27789_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch 22 Whitely Street Johannesburg Gauteng £96 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (403 reviews) Staff where fantastic Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=3507293&PinnedHotelID=3507293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=874605631313838080) ![Villa Moyal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4910000/4906400/4906330/95bb87f5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villa Moyal 47A Atholl Oakland Drive Johannesburg Gauteng £77 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ... 9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews) It was nice to have the space at Villa Moyal, but with everything around you surrounded by high fences, razor & electric wire, I was not excited to walk at night. I would have rather stayed a few blocks away, closer to the restaurants and shops of Melrose Arch. Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=4906330&PinnedHotelID=4906330&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=874605631313838080) ![The Capital Melrose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34030000/34021400/34021322/ebcdce27_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Capital Melrose Atholl Oaklands Road Johannesburg Gauteng £78 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (115 reviews) The staff are very welcoming and helpful. The room and the hotel are clean. The bed was comfortable. We had a nice stay. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=34021322&PinnedHotelID=34021322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=874605631313838080) ![City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/7cfaa0a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng £127 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Melrose.dx6154297) ![Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154299/ab63399d-7121-45b3-9f4d-4d959d28bf63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rosebank Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Rosebank.dx6154299) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Houghton Estate 4/5(2 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Houghton-Estate.dx553248635974577994) ![Sandton Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177935/cd8362eb-4aa5-4dbb-9c3b-4f33e6edbf2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sandton Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Sandton.dx177935) ![aerial view Johannesburg , South Africa, Sandton, sandown, panoramic views of the Magaliesberg and Gauteng late afternoon sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008365/599006de-3d16-4f17-a569-f761934bbdfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sandown If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Sandown.dx553248635976008365) ![Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6279643/48ed242c-2424-4e3b-9d53-081fa8dd2a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Randburg.dx179704) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Birnam Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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