Ext. 8 Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

Montecasino

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square
Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city

Gold Reef City Casino

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Lion Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals

Lion & Safari Park

Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.

Lion & Safari Park
Apartheid Museum showing art and a city

Apartheid Museum

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum
First National Bank Stadium

First National Bank Stadium

Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

First National Bank Stadium

Things to do

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

£74
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

£101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

£141
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

£91
per adult
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

£33
per adult
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
All inclusive - 3 Day Kruger Safari from Johannesburg

All Inclusive 3 Day Kruger Safari Adventure From Johannesburg

£855
per adult
All Inclusive 3 Day Kruger Safari Adventure From Johannesburg
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Top hotels in Ext. 8

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

4 out of 5
42 The High Street, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is £183 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
£183
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
"My new favorite hotel in Joburg"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

4 out of 5
The Zone Oxford Rd Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is £64 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£64
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
A gem
"Excellent location, superb staff, great room, fantastic breakfast"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

4 out of 5
24 Cradock Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is £102 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£102
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
"First class service, wonderful staff, great restraunt. Love this hotel."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

4 out of 5
28 TOTTENHAM AVENUE, MELROSE, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is £61 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£61
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
Excellent service
"The place was clean and the environment was good.From the friendliest receptionist Kenneth Khoza and Anne Mabyalani. Warmth welcome on our arrival .Our room was neat and clean,very cosy.As for the day diner was great on our first stay.Breakfast was awesome.We really enjoy our stay and we keep coming ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection

African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
1 Melrose Square, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is £111 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£111
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (414 reviews)
"Best service staff ever. Two excellent restaurants on site. Great value for the money."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

5 out of 5
67 Jan Smuts Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng
The price is £376 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£376
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)
"The Johannesburg Four Seasons entire staff, management, front desk, bellmen, housekeeping, hostesses, chefs and wait staff were great. Everyone I came in contact with during my stay had such great energy!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg
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Other neighbourhoods around Ext. 8

Mandela House which includes street scenes

Soweto

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela House or Germiston Lake.

Soweto
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Orlando East

While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.

Orlando East
Gold Reef City featuring a pond, a garden and rides

Johannesburg South

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

Johannesburg South
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
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens featuring a park as well as a small group of people

Roodepoort

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Ruimsig Country Club or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.

Roodepoort
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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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