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.
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.
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.
Market Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Market Theatre 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
4 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Top hotels in Newtown
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"It is in the airport, so it is very convenient for overnight stay between flights. Very clean and good buffet breakfast. The staff is very helpful. Rooms are not very big, but efficient for a short stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Good place, wish my stay was longer than overnight"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
"very clean and spacious"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"A very convenient concise hotel"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Close to airport with free shuttle bus."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
"Was completely comfortable"
Reviewed on 29 May 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 Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
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 Bedford Centre Shopping Mall.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while you're in town.
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 Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
