Morningside Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Morningside
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.
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.
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.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
Top hotels in Morningside
Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston
Premier Hotel Quatermain
"Beautiful hotel. Very comfortable, clean, and staff were very excellent. Room was very quiet. No noise from property or surrounding street. Loved my stay here. Would stay again anytime."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Staff in the dining room were exceptional. BReakfast ver good. The room was very clean. I did not use the pool so cannot comment."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Location was very good… Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Nice breakfast."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
Other neighbourhoods around Morningside
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
