Downtown Johannesburg

Johannesburg

Downtown Johannesburg
SAB World of Beer showing interior views and a bar
Arts on Main which includes a city and street scenes
Johannesburg Art Gallery featuring a statue or sculpture, art and outdoor art
Arts on Main which includes outdoor art, art and a city

Popular places to visit

Johannesburg City Hall

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 City Hall
Johannesburg Art Gallery which includes art and interior views

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.

Johannesburg Art Gallery
Nelson Mandela Bridge

Nelson Mandela Bridge

Find out about the history of Johannesburg when you take a trip to Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Nelson Mandela Bridge

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.

Ellis Park Stadium

Rissik Street Post Office

You can find out about the history of Johannesburg with a visit to Rissik Street Post Office. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Rissik Street Post Office

Johannesburg Stadium

Catch an event at Johannesburg Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Johannesburg Stadium

Things to do

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

P5,604
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

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

P7,670
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

P5,948
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

P6,261
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Durban:Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

P3,444
per adult
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
Soweto & Apartheid Museum

Soweto & Apartheid Museum

P8,609
per adult
Soweto & Apartheid Museum
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Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg

Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
3.5 out of 5
54 Siemert Rd, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (55 reviews)
"Hotel staff was very nice and helpful. Area where hotel is located isnt excatly safe for tourists but hotel has 24/7 security and easy to uber everywhere to and from the hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2025

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Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
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, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is P7,848 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P7,848
P9,025 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,675 reviews)
"Great Great Great"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International 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 P3,339 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P3,339
P3,879 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (620 reviews)
Good experience
"The staff was extremely friendly and professional. Check in was easy and fast. The room was comfortable. We didn’t pre pay for breakfast but it was not a problem we could purchase it every morning from the hotel directly. We had dinner also and it was very good."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
4.5 out of 5
Estate 154, Corner 3rd & 6th Avenue, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is P3,785 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P3,785
P4,390 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (318 reviews)
"The property was clean and well maintained. The close proximity to the airport is very important to me. I’ll definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
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, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is P4,613 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P4,613
P5,357 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location right near the airport rooms were small and the service was incredibly slow in the dining room"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is P4,651 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
P4,651
P5,348 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Good stay just stay in the gate of the hotel don’t recommend walking around outside of the hotel gate. Sketchy area but hotel is nice"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg

Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

Johannesburg CBD

While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Museum Africa and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Johannesburg CBD
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Houghton Estate

While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club.

Houghton Estate
in Johannesburg, South Africa

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while in the area.

Rosebank
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Melrose

Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.

Melrose
Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park

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
I just love coffee and cake.

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.

Bedfordview

Downtown Johannesburg