Newtown Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Museum Africa
Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.
Newtown Junction Mall
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mary Fitzgerald Square
Find out about the history of Johannesburg when you take a trip to Mary Fitzgerald Square. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Sci Bono Discovery Centre
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sci Bono Discovery Centre during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Turbine Hall
Learn about the events happening in Turbine Hall during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
The Market Theatre Flea Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Market Theatre Flea Market during your trip to Johannesburg.
Things to do
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Full Day Johannesburg Tour to Apartheid Museum and Soweto
Top hotels in Newtown
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Breakfast is goo
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Bathroom needs to be cleaned
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Excellent affordable option in O.R. Tambo Airport area for extended layovers
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Clean room and helpful staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Excellent breakfast menu. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Garden Court Sandton City
Breakfast was not huge, but it was great and more than adequate. No complaints
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newtown
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, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney 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.
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.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.
