Benmore Gardens Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Benmore Gardens
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate 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
Apartheid museum, Joburg and Soweto guided-shared tour
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Top hotels in Benmore Gardens
@Sandton Hotel
The hotel is very nice....the problem is the food kinda sucks. Menu needs and update bad.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
No shops. I did not use the pool.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Property was pleasant but does need some refurbishing since it was starting to look a little outdated. Buffet breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Clean rooms,nice staff
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Everything was excellant
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Rooms are ok but a little tired, as is the whole establishment. Communication with staff was sub-optimal. It took days to respond to emails or messages through hotels.com. I asked about using the shuttle to East Rand Mall and was given basic information, but nothing about the cost. I had one meal ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Benmore Gardens
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square 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.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
