Hillbrow Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Hillbrow Telkom Tower
You can find out about the history of Johannesburg with a trip to Hillbrow Telkom Tower. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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.
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.
Sandton City Mall
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.
Mall of Africa
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.
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.
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
Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour
Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Hillbrow
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Breakfast was wonderful!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"We stayed here on an overnight lay over. The accommodations were fine. The staff was ok, neither friendly or unkind. The room was outdated but the bed was extremely comfortable and after traveling over 14 hours was a welcome delight. The food was good but the staff in the dining room was not helpful ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Great staff that was very helpful with storing my luggage for a 4 day period between stays. Small inconvenience was they were working on the elevator and was noisy."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Nous avons été bien accueilli par le personnel à notre arrivée. Nous avons apprécié le service offert par les employés de l'hôtel qui ont été très serviables avec nous lors de notre passage à l'hôtel. Le déjeuner était excellent avec beaucoup de variété. Les chambres sont de catégorie modeste, mais ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
"Spent 4 nights in the hotel, 3 issues faced for a 5star hotel, internet was weak, tv had no Netflix or amazon prime application, they refused to bring a microwave to my suite as well as refused to warm my meals unless it was purchased from their restaurant lol."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillbrow
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
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.
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
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