Johannesburg CBD Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Johannesburg CBD
Popular places to visit
Johannesburg City Hall
After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Constitution Hill
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Constitution Hill during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Museum Africa
Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.
Johannesburg Art Gallery
See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
SAB World of Beer
Explore the history and evolution of beer, learn about every stage of the brewing process and taste some popular South African brews.
Things to do
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
Top hotels in Johannesburg CBD
The Parktonian All Suite Hotel
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg CBD
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kensington
Kensington is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Johannesburg area, you might plan a trip to Eastgate Shopping Centre or Bruma Flea Market.
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.
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.
