Ext. 8 Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

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.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

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.

Nelson Mandela Square
Gold Reef City showing outdoor art, a statue or sculpture and art

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.

Gold Reef City Casino
Apartheid Museum which includes art and a city

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.

Apartheid Museum
First National Bank Stadium

First National Bank Stadium

Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

First National Bank Stadium

Melrose Arch Shopping Centre

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Melrose Arch Shopping Centre

Activities

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

AU$155
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

AU$230
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

AU$173
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

AU$120
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

AU$191
per adult
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Feeding the Giraffe at Lion Park

Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour

AU$148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
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Our pick of the best Ext. 8 Hotel Deals

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

4 out of 5
24 Cradock Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$287 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
AU$287
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

4 out of 5
42 The High Street, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$335 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
AU$335
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection

African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
1 Melrose Square, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$268 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$268
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

4.5 out of 5
4 Parks Boulevard, Oxford Parks, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$149 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
AU$149
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Rosebank Mall ...
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch

4 out of 5
22 Whitely Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$180 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
AU$180
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

4 out of 5
The Zone Oxford Rd Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Fully refundable
The price is AU$138 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$138
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Ext. 8

Mandela House featuring street scenes

Soweto

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela House or Orlando Towers.

Soweto
Gold Reef City featuring a park, a pond and rides

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 South
Maropeng showing interior views as well as an individual male

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.

Johannesburg CBD
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens showing a park as well as a small group of people

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.

Roodepoort
Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park

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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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

Ext. 8 Travel Guide

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