Alexandra Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alexandra
Activities

Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Our pick of the best Alexandra Hotel Deals

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, especially Stuart, at checkin. Great breakfast selection and easy, reasonably priced dinner buffet with wide selection. Easy access to airport with frequent transfers to and from airport."
Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"It was very convenient to the airport."
Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Close to the airport & great that they offer a free shuttle bus. Rooms were comfortable, although you could hear the airplanes going overhead. Staff were very friendly & helpful. We enjoyed a lovely meal in the restaurant."
Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston
"My husband and I love staying here. Very clean, staff is friendly and helpful. Property is clean and well taken care. Conveniently located. Breakfast is okay. The hotel is a solid 4/5"
Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Our guide on where to stay in Alexandra

Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

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.

O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal Duty Free Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.

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.














