O.R. Tambo Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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Popular places to visit
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Things to do
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
4 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
Top hotels in O.R. Tambo
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Overnighting in Joburg without having to leave the airport was a gamechanger! City Lodge was clean, convenient, and a great way to do it! I would highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 3 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
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
"A great stay - not the best view this time but it doesn’t matter because the hotel room is so nice! Great food at breakfast and super convenient. Can’t wait to be back!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
"We booked Superior rooms and instead go family rooms, breakfast was ordinary and coffee service poor from the automatic machines and not much better from the barista. We stayed in 4 seperate hotels this past week, Metcourt was the most expensive and our least favourite."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
"Beautiful place with excellent staff and lots of food choices"
Reviewed on 21 May 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
Where to stay in O.R. Tambo
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City 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.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
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.
