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.
The Market Theatre Flea Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Market Theatre Flea Market during your trip to Johannesburg.
Bus Factory
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bus Factory. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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 was good.........................."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Staff were ALL super helpful, friendly and professional. I felt the staff really represented the hotel well. Check-in was easy and relatively quick. I used the gym and it was extremely clean, in good working order and water and towels were available. The gym is a good size for a hotel gym. The hotel ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Room had the shower in the main room. Beds were small twin beds. There was a large clump of black hair by the sink. I have brown hair and my wife had red. We used the Resteraunt and clearly stated my wife had a severe allergy to onions. She ordered a hamburger that came with onions. They said they ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Clean rooms, friendly, helpful staff. The airport shuttle was right on time and easy to find at the bus terminal area at the airport. The breakfast was very good with lots of selection."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
"Was completely comfortable"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
"Very friendly and helpful staff, making our stay very enjoyable."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 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 Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center 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 Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.
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.
