Ext. 8 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
Activities
Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
Our pick of the best Ext. 8 Hotel Deals
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
M club excellent food choices and drinks
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
Central area. Safe. Excellent hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
54 On Bath
Well trained staff Great attention to detail and service What you would expect from a 5 star hotel
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf
Didn’t use the spa. Gym was good. Room was cold- AC on the blink. Didn’t have a meal there. Very hard to find your way around- very few signs.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Southern Sun Rosebank
Although on Expedia it was indicated that there is an airport shuttle 24/7, it has to be booked in advance. There is a shuttle to Rosebank Mall and the Zone every 30 minutes which brings convinience.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
Other neighbourhoods around Ext. 8
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, South Western Townships and Mandela's House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.
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.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Ruimsig Country Club.
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.
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.
