Sandton Travel Guide

Johannesburg

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Photo by Michael Dos Santos
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Photo by Daniela Garza
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Photo by Roxanne Bamboat / The Tiny Taster
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Photo by Daniela Garza
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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
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

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

Sandton Convention Centre

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Sandton Convention Centre during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Sandton Convention Centre

Wanderers Stadium

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Wanderers Stadium during your trip to Illovo. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Wanderers Stadium

Netcare Sunninghill Hospital

If Netcare Sunninghill Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Johannesburg.

Netcare Sunninghill Hospital

Things to do

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

Rp1.663.665
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Experience Pilanesberg National Park

Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days

Rp2.044.728
per adult
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

Rp2.044.728
per adult
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Sun City Park in Johannesburg

Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour

Rp4.781.876
per traveller
Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Rp1.282.602
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Trying to hide from the harshness of the summer sun....

Full Day Safari from Johannesburg - Pilanesberg Nature Reserve

Rp2.927.679
per adult
Full Day Safari from Johannesburg - Pilanesberg Nature Reserve
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Top hotels in Sandton

@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! (236 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful, clean and friendly staff. Plenty amenities from restaurants to spas"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

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ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.115.403 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.115.403
Rp1.282.712 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (676 reviews)
"Sandton centre at this price, what else you can ask for."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
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 Rp1.182.795 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp1.182.795
Rp1.373.816 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (867 reviews)
"I liked the fact that the hotel is almost at the centre for all my actitivies of the trip."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St., Benmore, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.419.354 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp1.419.354
Rp1.648.580 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and the the staffers were nice."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
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 Rp3.061.353 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp3.061.353
Rp3.520.556 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (691 reviews)
"Nice staff good service"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

3 out of 5
93 Grayson Drive, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.121.595 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
Rp1.121.595
Rp1.121.595 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square ...
7.8/10 Good! (14 reviews)
Relaxing stay.
"Nice, clean and spacious room with comfortable beds. A rather small bathroom but with a big walk-in shower. Good breakfast. Friendly and helpful people at the reception."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandton

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Sandown

If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown
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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
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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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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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Bryanston

Visitors to Bryanston enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market is worth a stop.

Bryanston
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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