Croydon Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Top hotels in Croydon
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Busy at front desk at time of check-in, but very courteous and helpful staff. Clean rooms and great breakfast!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Room smelt of damp. The air con was leaking water onto the carpet. Otherwise the room was clean and spacious. Good for the night that we needed
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Nice friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
The breakfast was excellent. Staff overall very helpful and friendly. Great location fir a one night stopover between flights. Free shuttle. On time and every 15 minutes. Unfortunately, place is very dated and in desperate need of an upgrade. I think Sol Kerzner would have been disappointed.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Everything at Sandton is pretty much on point. I love the hospitality and sweet service from staff all round
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
I stayed in one of the Superior Rooms. Presented well, clean, maintained well. Housekeeping staff and Reception staff as well as Room Service were quick to act on requests. Had also booked a separate room for family visiting South Africa on a different floor. Happy with service and will definitely ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Croydon
O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
