Irene Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

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.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

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.

Nelson Mandela Square
Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city

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.

Gold Reef City Casino
Apartheid Museum showing art and a city

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.

Apartheid Museum
First National Bank Stadium

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.

First National Bank Stadium

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.

Melrose Arch Shopping Centre

Things to do

The Munro Drive Photo Stop

Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Rp298.937
per adult
Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

Rp5.058.929
per adult
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

Rp1.646.452
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food

Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food

Rp547.284
per adult
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

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

Rp2.253.523
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp317.470
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Irene

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 Rp2.199.039 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp2.199.039
per night
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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! (1,737 reviews)
"Great airport hotel for an overnight stay. Excellent cafe & restaurant onsite & also close to shops"

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.378.058 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp1.378.058
per night
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.596.190 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp1.596.190
per night
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (260 reviews)
"The whole staff were nice. Great ambience. The Rooms are well kept and smells fresh. Will definitely stay again. Everyone was so accommodating"

Reviewed on 3 Sep 2025

@Sandton Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.295.964 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
Rp1.295.964
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The property provides a complimentary shuttle service to the designated pick-up point at the airport, requiring guests to walk to the terminals. The staff is friendly, the facilities are clean, and the rooms are quiet, despite being just 10 minutes from the airport. Breakfast was good with lots of ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sep 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport

4.5 out of 5
Estate 154, Corner 3rd & 6th Avenue, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.227.971 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.227.971
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (390 reviews)
"all services were excellent except that hotel did not have working generator to cope with power interruption which made inconvenient to do shower early morning"

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

5 out of 5
Opposite Int'l Arrivals Hall, O.R. Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp5.032.216 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp5.032.216
per night
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"2 min walk from terminal"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Irene

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Menlyn

4/5(4 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.

Menlyn
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Brooklyn

Travellers enjoy Brooklyn for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Waterkloof Shopping Centre while you're in the area.

Brooklyn
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Hatfield

Visitors to Hatfield enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Hatfield Plaza is worth a stop.

Hatfield
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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.

Midrand
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Fourways

Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fourways
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Bryanston

Visitors to Bryanston enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market is worth a stop.

Bryanston

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