Sharpeville Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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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.
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.
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
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Top hotels in Sharpeville
Emerald Resort & Casino
Everything was good but just mosquitos at night.Maybe this time of the year.Overall the chalets were good but aircondition wasnt working in chale no.61.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Waterfront Country Lodge
Was a fantastic quiet little retreat away from everything. Highly recommended, the staff were amazing, location was amazing. Thank you for an amazing time.
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Riverside Sun
Hotel was fine. A little tired and staff were not really interested. Is not as good as previous visits
Reviewed on 25 May 2025
Three Rivers Lodge
Staff very friendly. But Shower very uncomfortable because of height. Pillows also very hard.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Riviera On Vaal Resort
Nice hotel, decent rooms and amenities. Poor customer service. Food was late, badly cooked, raw, coffee was disgusting, and breakfast, lunch and dinner orders were wrong every time
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2024
9 On Kromellenboog Guesthouse
Other neighbourhoods around Sharpeville
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.
Soweto
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Maponya Mall or Mandela House.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, South Western Townships and Mandela House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
