Sandown Travel Guide

Johannesburg

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New Pedestrian bridge over Grayston
After visiting eight countries in eighteen days, I was one worn out fella. We stayed in this beautiful place, but all I was interested in was a good meal and a comfortable bed. I found both here.

Popular places to visit

Great food, drinks and vibe.

Sandton City Mall

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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.

Sandton City Mall
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
Canal Walk building lit up at night with lights reflection on the canal, Century City, Cape Town, South Africa

Mall of Africa

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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.

Mall of Africa
University of South Africa, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus.

UNISA

4/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

UNISA
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
I just love coffee and cake.

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.

Eastgate Shopping Centre

Things to do

Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours

Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours

Rp1.662.500
per adult
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
Cullinan diamond mine tou

Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)

Rp1.841.008
per adult
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Rp869.365
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Former President Nelson Mandela statue at union Building

Pretoria half-day Cultural Tour

Rp2.250.121
per adult
Pretoria half-day Cultural Tour
Street Art & Heritage Buildings

The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour

Rp1.000.682
per adult
The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

Rp1.952.937
per adult
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
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Top hotels in Sandown

Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City

3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is Rp1.270.991 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp1.270.991
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Dirty, old room. Windows didnt close well. AC very loud. Very old furnishment. Pool water wasnt clean. You cant see the bottom. Staff anyway was very friendly. You get what you pay for…

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

5 out of 5
2 Maude Street, Corner of 5th Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is Rp3.492.208 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
Rp3.492.208
per night
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (777 reviews)
very ckean and spotless.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St. Sandton Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.554.511 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
Rp1.554.511
per night
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Wonderful staff. Very nice view for my hotel room

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

4 out of 5
20 Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is Rp1.188.091 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
Rp1.188.091
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (915 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is Rp1.146.289 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp1.146.289
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (787 reviews)
Yes, very spotless, excellent.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
BlackBrick Sandton Two

BlackBrick Sandton Two

3.5 out of 5
22 Fredman Dr Sandton Gauteng
The price is Rp1.069.809 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
Rp1.069.809
per night
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
This place is awesome!!! The pictures accurately depict this place -- I suggest going to upstairs restaurant-- it's a vibe!!!

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

BlackBrick Sandton Two
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandown

Sandton Sunset

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.

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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
Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa

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.

Rosebank
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Bryanston

Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.

Bryanston
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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
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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