Ext. 8 Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Things to do

Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food

Colours of Johannesburg A Street Art and Graffiti Tour

Full Day Johannesburg Tour to Apartheid Museum and Soweto
Top hotels in Ext. 8

Royal Majestic Hotel

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
"Nice modern hotel with clean rooms and a rooftop bar. We stayed here for one night before flying out of Johannesburg. It was a close walk to the Rosebank outdoor mall area which was very convenient."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
"The hotel is well located"
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Southern Sun Rosebank
"The hotel is compact without extensive grounds to walk around in. It is located near a mall complex but do take advantage of the hotel's shuttle service to go to and from it. Although the shopping center and hotel are in a relatively safe area, scammers and pick-pockets are known to prey on tourists. ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
Where to stay in Ext. 8

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.

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.

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.

Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

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.













