Lyttelton Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Montecasino
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.
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.
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.
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.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Johannesburg ( Rooftop & sunset ) Hopping Experience
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Top hotels in Lyttelton
Piazza Hotel Montecasino
Stayed for 2 days with wife and was a grwta location. Room felt a bit cramped.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Palazzo Hotel
Great place to stay in Joburg. It might need some room refreshing in a few years but overall a really nice stay.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Pivot Hotel Montecasino
The location was fantastic, and the staff were friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. I highly recommend The Pivot Hotel — not just for its great location and reasonable price point, but also for its cleanliness and comfort. The breakfast buffet was excellent, with a wide selection and great ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott Midrand
Great for family vacations
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024
Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park
Good hotel, didn’t give the room 5/5 but only 4/5 because of a whining/whistling sound throughout the whole night that stopped me from sleeping well. That and the AC temperature couldn’t be reduced below 18C. Otherwise can’t fault the hotel for anything.
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025
Morning Star Express Hotel
It was affordable and exceeded my expectations. Its clean and neat. Somewhat noisy in rooms from people in hallway
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Lyttelton
Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.
Pretoria Central Business District
Pretoria Central Business District is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kruger Museum and State Theatre.
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.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
