Booysens 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Booysens
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Great location, restaurant.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Staff were friendly and accommodating. Airport shuttle driver was efficient, friendly and helpful. Room was clean and all amenities were supplied. Had a wonderful stay!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
We had an early am flight didn't eat breaskfast
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Wonderful stay at a very good and well kept hotel. Central and around some amazing restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Garden Court Sandton City
Excellent. Will stay there again
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Very Nice place, Nice service. We havé appreciated
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Booysens
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.
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
