Woodmead 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
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Apartheid museum, Joburg and Soweto guided-shared tour
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Top hotels in Woodmead
Holiday Inn Express Sandton Woodmead by IHG
My stay at the Holiday Inn Express Sandton was very positive. The combination of a safe location, quiet environment, clean accommodations, and an excellent breakfast buffet makes it a top choice for anyone visiting Johannesburg. I recommend this hotel for both business and leisure travellers
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Connected to the terminal was really nice
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
The staff were very nice and the breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Rooms were spotless
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
good shuttle service, hotel very good for stop over
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Staff was good and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Woodmead
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
