O.R. Tambo Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Half-Day Cultural Tour to Lesedi Village with Lunch
Full Day Safari from Johannesburg - Pilanesberg Nature Reserve
Top hotels in O.R. Tambo
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Really great hotel if you are transitting via JNB airport as we were. Staff were welcoming, hotel was clean airy bright and modern. Our room was clean and comfortable We were able to check in on arrival which was great too. Food selection was very good and the buffet breakfast was excellent!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Awesome service
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Impeccable establishment! And vicinity to airport was amazing. Walk out one right into the other.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
Everything is walking distance and under the roof, didn’t have to go outside. Loved that about the hotel. The Spa was excellent from the moment you walk in. I give all the ladies there 10/10.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Very clean
Reviewed on 28 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
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Morningside
Some popular features of Morningside include its shopping and gardens. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Johannesburg Stock Exchange or Nelson Mandela Square are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
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.
