Orlando West Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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Popular places to visit
Mandela House
Visit the former home of Nelson Mandela to find artifacts and memorabilia relating to the life of South Africa’s most famous public figure.
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial during your trip to Johannesburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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.
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.
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
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Private local authentic soweto Moto taxi experience
Top hotels in Orlando West
@Sandton Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Orlando West
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.
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.
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 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.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Ruimsig Country Club.
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.
- Mandela House
- Montecasino
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Rosebank Mall
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Apartheid Museum
- Cresta Shopping Centre
- Sterkfontein Caves
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Carlton Centre
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden
- Silverstar Casino