Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide

Johannesburg

A historic building with ornate architecture, including a dome and columns, and a mural on the adjacent building.
A bar with a wooden counter, a lion beer tap, and a poster for Castle beers.
A street with parked cars, a vintage van, and a building with a sign reading "THE MAIN".
A sculpture of a figure carrying a large object, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.
A wooden play structure in a plaza with a modern building in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Johannesburg attractions

A cityscape with a prominent cylindrical skyscraper, surrounded by various other high-rise buildings and a mix of greenery.

Johannesburg City Hall

8.0/10 (38 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

£134
per adult
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

£90
per adult
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

£39
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Soweto Walking Tour with Lunch

Soweto Cultural Walking Tour with Lunch

£32
per adult
Soweto Cultural Walking Tour with Lunch
Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

£104
per adult
Johannesburg and Soweto tour
Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour

Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour

£123
per adult
Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg

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
Fully refundable
The price is £124 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£124
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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 ...
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
The price is £103 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£103
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Southern Sun O.R 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 Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is £91 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£91
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"It was very convenient to the airport."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng
The price is £63 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£63
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (943 reviews)
"Close to the airport & great that they offer a free shuttle bus. Rooms were comfortable, although you could hear the airplanes going overhead. Staff were very friendly & helpful. We enjoyed a lovely meal in the restaurant."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

3 out of 5
93 Grayson Drive Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is £65 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£65
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"My husband and I love staying here. Very clean, staff is friendly and helpful. Property is clean and well taken care. Conveniently located. Breakfast is okay. The hotel is a solid 4/5"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is £83 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£83
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
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Where to stay in Downtown Johannesburg

Find the best Downtown Johannesburg areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Johannesburg
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A large public square with a prominent statue in the center, surrounded by historic buildings and a modern skyscraper.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent cylindrical skyscraper, a stadium, and surrounding residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A tree-lined street with purple flowers.

O.R. Tambo

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

An aerial view of a residential area with houses, winding roads, and a river.

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.

A cityscape with purple flowering trees, a stadium, and a distant view of the ocean.

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.

Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide

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