Johannesburg South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Johannesburg South
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.
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.
Gold Reef City Theme Park
Bring your family to Gold Reef City Theme Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Expo Centre Johannesburg
Learn about the events happening in Expo Centre Johannesburg during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Johannesburg. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Activities
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Our pick of the best Johannesburg South Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
The room and the hotel was spotless.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Clean and spacious with excellent facilities. Aircon flap was not functioning though.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Great overnight stay. Room was super clean and staff were courteous and friendly. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Wonderful stay at a very good and well kept hotel. Central and around some amazing restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Very Nice place, Nice service. We havé appreciated
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Yes 👏
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg South
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.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
