Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Overnighting in Joburg without having to leave the airport was a gamechanger! City Lodge was clean, convenient, and a great way to do it! I would highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Staff were ALL super helpful, friendly and professional. I felt the staff really represented the hotel well. Check-in was easy and relatively quick. I used the gym and it was extremely clean, in good working order and water and towels were available. The gym is a good size for a hotel gym. The hotel ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Room had the shower in the main room. Beds were small twin beds. There was a large clump of black hair by the sink. I have brown hair and my wife had red. We used the Resteraunt and clearly stated my wife had a severe allergy to onions. She ordered a hamburger that came with onions. They said they ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Clean rooms, friendly, helpful staff. The airport shuttle was right on time and easy to find at the bus terminal area at the airport. The breakfast was very good with lots of selection."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
"Bar and Airport Shuttle"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Sandton Sun & Towers
"The rooms are full, dated and dirty. The entire hotel is ready for a redo and deep clean."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Johannesburg

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.

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.

O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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