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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Pretoria Tour-Voortrekker Monument, Town, Union Buildings
Top hotels in Newtown
City Lodge Hotel Newtown
Lovely place with excellent security and within the proximity of the shopping mall, bars and restaurants.
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Great location, restaurant.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Staff were friendly and accommodating. Airport shuttle driver was efficient, friendly and helpful. Room was clean and all amenities were supplied. Had a wonderful stay!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
We had an early am flight didn't eat breaskfast
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Wonderful stay at a very good and well kept hotel. Central and around some amazing restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Garden Court Sandton City
Excellent. Will stay there again
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newtown
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
