Birnam 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.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
Things to do
Apartheid museum, Joburg and Soweto guided-shared tour
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Soweto Food & Beer Bike Tour
Top hotels in Birnam
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection
Beautiful hotel, very very friendly stuff
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch
We loved the hotel , well decorated and the ambience was a cool vibe , the staff were super friendly, the food was amazing too
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Capital Melrose
The staff are very welcoming and helpful. The room and the hotel are clean. The bed was comfortable. We had a nice stay.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg, Melrose Arch
The room was very clean well appointed and comfortable the bed was comfortable. My only complaint would be the lighting in the lighting in the bathroom is not good.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
It was very convenient and there is a walkway that is covered all the way from the airport to the hotel. The rooms are clean above average. There is no shampoo but a soap/shampoo bar that is very very foamy. The room is a good size. WiFi works well. Staff is nice. The rooms are a but dated and have ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Birnam
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club 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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
