Parktown 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.
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.
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.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
Things to do
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Colours of Johannesburg A Street Art and Graffiti Tour
Top hotels in Parktown
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG
Rooms comfortable, continental breakfast, travel and tour agency on site
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
The breakfast buffet is very good, nice selection from fresh fruit, pastries, green salad and eggs. The dinner buffet was ok, decent selection but most cuts of meat were overdone. The waitress were attentive and nice. Rooms are fine, extra blankets need cleaning. Can't beat the location.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Easy access to JNB
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Lovely hotel, close to OR Tambo airport, can highly recommend
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
As usual it was excellent. Great place to stay at a great price.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
The elevator didn't work, room heating didn't work, first fan heater provided didn't work, shower was clogged. Not the holiday inn it used to be.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parktown
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Melville
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
