Parktown Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

Montecasino

4.5/5(16 reviews)

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city

Gold Reef City Casino

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

4.5/5(34 reviews)

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.

Nelson Mandela Square
Lion Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals

Lion & Safari Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.

Lion & Safari Park
Apartheid Museum showing art and a city

Apartheid Museum

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum
First National Bank Stadium

First National Bank Stadium

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

First National Bank Stadium

Things to do

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

Rp1.654.220
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

Rp1.848.291
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

Rp2.264.156
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Rp1.755.876
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Experience Pilanesberg National Park

Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days

Rp2.033.120
per adult
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
Durban:Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

Rp1.016.560
per adult
Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Parktown

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

4 out of 5
Princess Of Wales Terrace, Parktown, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Fully refundable
The price is Rp820.020 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp820.020
Rp943.023 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
8/10 Very Good! (160 reviews)
"The staff were warm & knowledgeable. Gave us great information as they shared their knowledge of the city"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.143.046 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp2.143.046
Rp2.464.503 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,678 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice, clean, wonderful beds and hot shower. Food at hotel buffet was excellent. Right at the Tambo Airport so is very practical when arriving from far away."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (228 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

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@Sandton Hotel
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport

4.5 out of 5
Estate 154, Corner 3rd & 6th Avenue, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.019.927 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.019.927
Rp1.183.115 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (333 reviews)
"Safe Gluten Free foods. Clean rooms and excellent service!! Will stay again!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.512.611 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.512.611
Rp1.739.503 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent customer service, great amenities and extremely clean! Really enjoyed staying here and will book again in the future. Daily room service was awesome!! Only thing I’d add is a microwave in each room."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.187.911 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp1.187.911
Rp1.379.763 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (630 reviews)
"From we arrived the front desk reception evening staff 23rd july made us fell welcome. The gentlemen who worked with Monalisa upon our arived and the other gentlemen that worked with here during Saturday shift were outstanding. In fact the entire reception staff were great. Lets not forget the ladies ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Parktown

Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

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.

Johannesburg CBD
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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Houghton Estate

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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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.

Rosebank
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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.

Melrose
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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.

Randburg

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