Sandown
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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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.
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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.
![Gold Reef City showing outdoor art, art and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70460-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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.
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Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
![Apartheid Museum featuring art and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70461-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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
![Sun City Park in Johannesburg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/449964/3596ed9f-41bf-4428-9c4d-7383ef173259.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour
![Nelson Mandela South Africa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1055233/9d3dfc45-4c78-4f1a-9712-cc04ce3dc41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House
![Pilanesberg National Park Full Day Guided Tou](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5258738/56bf57a8-b8cf-41e6-8b86-ec6ccda57057.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Pilanesberg National Park Full Day Guided Tour( Safari Experience)
![Pretoria Church square](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/449960/aef4536c-3fe9-4350-bab5-8d4b2a0ae9a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Half-Day Guided Pretoria City Tour
![Nelson Mandela bridge at night in Johannesburg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/449968/2950abc8-0bdd-4ddd-ac04-38d87c70ae13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Half-Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour
Top hotels in Sandown
![Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3562000/3561936/7de8a399_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![Garden Court Sandton City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15740000/15734900/15734811/9a6366a9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025
![NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/70300/70281/fdcb56b4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2025
![Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994800/2994790/64ebbefe_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18590000/18586600/18586597/88a4f90b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2025
![Southern Sun Sandton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2229700/2229671/486e90c5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandown
![New Pedestrian bridge over Grayston](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7f1fc4945460bfcc5b1da09e862a83c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Sandton
A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Montecasino and Nelson Mandela Square.
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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.
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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.
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Bryanston
Visitors to Bryanston enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market is worth a stop.
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Houghton Estate
While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club.
![Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70813-Johannesburg-Botanical-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.