Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Convenient- just a short stroll from the airport. Quiet room and fantastic food
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Great breakfast. Hotel a bit noisy. Great food and in room service.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
The room was spotless and staff were very good and helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
The staff was courteous and very proactive about making the room to my satisfaction. The decor is beautiful. The restaurant is good. It is also affordable
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Lovel hotel. Beustaff great - the desk manager helped us select and book day trip outside of the JoBurg
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Garden Court Sandton City
The hotel was very good
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
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.
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.
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.
