Newtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Museum Africa showing interior views
SAB World of Beer featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people
Museum Africa showing interior views
Museum Africa showing interior views
SAB World of Beer featuring a bar and interior views

Popular places to visit

Museum Africa featuring signage and a city as well as a small group of people

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
SAB World of Beer featuring a bar and interior views

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

Mary Fitzgerald Square

Find out about the history of Johannesburg when you take a trip to Mary Fitzgerald Square. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Mary Fitzgerald Square

Newtown Junction Mall

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Newtown Junction Mall

Sci Bono Discovery Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sci Bono Discovery Centre during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Sci Bono Discovery Centre

The Market Theatre Flea Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Market Theatre Flea Market during your trip to Johannesburg.

The Market Theatre Flea Market

Activities

Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch

Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch

AU$60
per adult
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

AU$68
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Johannesburg: City of Gold Walking Tour

Johannesburg: City of Gold Walking Tour

AU$75
per adult
Johannesburg: City of Gold Walking Tour
Soweto Walking Tour with Lunch

Soweto Walking Tour with Lunch

AU$60
per adult
Soweto Walking Tour with Lunch
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

AU$167
per adult
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour

Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour

AU$103
per adult
Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Newtown Hotel Deals

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$201 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$201
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,710 reviews)
"Very convenient and friendly hotel. Only complaints was trying to work out how to get the the tv channels and air conditioning was a bit of hassle and would have appreciated Some basic operation instructions. Also the shower was poorly located too close to the shower entrance when it could have been ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR 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$147 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$147
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"This Hotel is what i expected. It has everything and the price excellent"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (237 reviews)
"Super comfortable."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

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Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport

4.5 out of 5
Estate 154, Corner 3rd & 6th Avenue, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$122 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$122
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (347 reviews)
Great stay near OR Tambo
"The hotel is fairly new and the staff is amazing; shout out to Nokuthula and Nontobeko, they provided impeccable service. Radisson also provide shuttle bus from and to OR Tambo Airport which makes it very convenient. I look forward to my next stay in this clean, convenient and secure place. There ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$133 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$133
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Perfect for a quick stop near the airport.
"We had a good stay at this hotel. Service was wonderful and the food was very good - fresh and tasty. The room was clean and bed comfortable. Only thing we didn’t like was the shower was in the bedroom with a curtain only to separate and there was no toiletries on arrival. The shuttle service to ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$108 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$108
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (642 reviews)
"Great for an overnight stop after a long flight. Staff were extremely friendly, food was great. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

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
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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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Houghton Estate

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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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 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

Newtown Travel Guide

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