Johannesburg CBD Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Johannesburg CBD
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.
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.
Museum Africa
Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.
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.
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: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour
Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour
Top hotels in Johannesburg CBD
The Parktonian All Suite Hotel
"I didn't take any breakfast I don't eat the morning"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Garden Court Milpark
"Yes the dinner and breakfast was nice the hotel is value for the money"
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Staff in the dining room were exceptional. BReakfast ver good. The room was very clean. I did not use the pool so cannot comment."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Location was very good… Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"I enjoyed myself,l had clean room and the staff where so friendly."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg CBD
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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around 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.
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.
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.
