Johannesburg CBD Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Johannesburg City Hall

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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
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Constitution Hill

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Constitution Hill during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Constitution Hill
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Museum Africa

4/5(1 review)

Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.

Museum Africa
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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.

Nelson Mandela Bridge
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SAB World of Beer

Explore the history and evolution of beer, learn about every stage of the brewing process and taste some popular South African brews.

SAB World of Beer
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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

Activities

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Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour

AU$94
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour
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From Johannesburg: Pretoria Guided City Tour

AU$225
Per adult
From Johannesburg: Pretoria Guided City Tour
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Pretoria: Pretoria City and Lion Park Tour

AU$273
Per adult
Pretoria: Pretoria City and Lion Park Tour
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Full Day Or Half Day Inner City Bike or Tuk Tuk Tour with lunch

AU$108
Per adult
Full Day Or Half Day Inner City Bike or Tuk Tuk Tour with lunch
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Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum

AU$201
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum
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Full Day Soweto & Johannesburg City Tour

AU$241
Per adult
Full Day Soweto & Johannesburg City Tour
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Our pick of the best Johannesburg CBD Hotel Deals

ANEW Hotel Parktonian Johannesburg
ANEW Hotel Parktonian Johannesburg
4 out of 5
120 De Korte Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$80 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$80
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rosebank Mall ...
8/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)
"The staff was always friendly and the rooms very clean and spacious. We felt safe in the hotel, though it was on the edge of a not so great nei"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2024

ANEW Hotel Parktonian Johannesburg
Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels
3.5 out of 5
54 Siemert Rd, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$110 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
AU$110
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Rosebank Mall and Gold Reef City Casino are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)
Spacious rooms with a nice view
"Room is very nice and spacious, we have a wrap around balcony where we have coffee every morning. Bathroom is also spacious and always clean with a nice tub. My issue was the curtains are not thick enough so one can see through the bathroom at night when lights are on. So we had to take a shower ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

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 AU$161 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$161
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,229 reviews)
Okay for a cheap airport hotel.
"Got placed in the wrong room type on arrival. Phone wasn’t working in the room. Front desk staff got real snarky when we asked for the correct bedding configuration we paid for. Loud banging from what I assumed was the carpark all night that sounded like cars driving over a grate. Sink in bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$137 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
AU$137
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Johannesburg stopover
"Late checkin efficient and helpful. 24/7 airport shuttle reliable and convenient. Friendly and efficient staff . a big room with comfortable bed . Good location close to airport . Good breakfast . Reasonably priced"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$116 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
AU$116
per night
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Our restaurant server, Chirimuta Pertinacious, was just delightful and made us feel welcome and special."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2024

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Sandton Sun and Towers
Sandton Sun and Towers
5 out of 5
Cnr Fifth & Alice Streets, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is AU$298 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
AU$298
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)
"Always a pleasure at sandton sun and townlere. When it doubt, just stay here. :)"

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2024

Sandton Sun and Towers
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg CBD

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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Maboneng Precinct

Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.

Maboneng Precinct
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Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Melville
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Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

Rosebank
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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.

Melrose
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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

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