Cresta Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

Montecasino

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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.

Montecasino
Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city

Gold Reef City Casino

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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.

Nelson Mandela Square
Lion Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals

Lion & Safari Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.

Lion & Safari Park
Apartheid Museum showing art and a city

Apartheid Museum

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum
Johannesburg Zoo featuring zoo animals

Johannesburg Zoo

4.5/5(5 reviews)

From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.

Johannesburg Zoo

Things to do

Cape Town Street Art & City Centre Tour

Cape Town Photo Walk & City Tour

Rp502.661
per adult
Cape Town Photo Walk & City Tour
Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

Rp1.635.932
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

Rp1.827.857
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Rp1.736.464
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

Rp2.239.124
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

Rp5.026.606
per adult
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
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Top hotels in Cresta

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 Rp2.248.170 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
Rp2.248.170
Rp2.585.395 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,666 reviews)
"Great place to stay when getting off a 14 hour flight! Staff was friendly and we had no problems!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
@Sandton Hotel
@Sandton Hotel
3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)
"I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone @Sandton Hotel for making my stay so wonderful. From the warm welcome at the door to the little extra touches throughout my visit, you all made me feel right at home. Your kindness, friendliness, and genuine care didn’t go unnoticed — it truly made ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

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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 Rp892.890 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
Rp892.890
Rp1.037.092 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (616 reviews)
"My flight arrived at 4am and Lenah made provisions for us to check in early. We had a great stay. First time in South Africa and the hotel was our first stay. Very convenient from the airport. Thank you Lenah"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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
The price is Rp1.399.135 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
Rp1.399.135
Rp1.625.095 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great facility!"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.341.713 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
Rp1.341.713
Rp1.542.970 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good customer service"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
3 out of 5
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.889.395 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp1.889.395
Rp2.172.804 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International ...
7.8/10 Good! (512 reviews)
"The location is extremely convenient to the airport and very safe since they control vehicle traffic in and out of the complex. The dining and entertainment options were great."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Cresta

Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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
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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
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens featuring a park as well as a small group of people

Roodepoort

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.

Roodepoort
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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.

Sandton
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Sandown

If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown

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