Parktown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Netcare Milpark Hospital
If Netcare Milpark Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Johannesburg.
Activities
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Our pick of the best Parktown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parktown
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.
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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
- Netcare Milpark Hospital
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Rosebank Mall
- Mall of Africa
- Apartheid Museum
- East Rand Mall
- First National Bank Stadium
- Cresta Shopping Centre
- Ellis Park Stadium
- University of Witwatersrand
- Wanderers Stadium
- Mediclinic Midstream
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
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