Johannesburg CBD Travel Guide
Johannesburg
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Popular places to visit
Johannesburg City Hall
After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Johannesburg Art Gallery
See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.
Nelson Mandela Bridge
Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Arts on Main
With a mix of artists’ studios, galleries, retail spaces and dining, this innovative cultural center aims to unite the artistic and creative minds of Johannesburg.
Museum Africa
Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.
Ellis Park Stadium
Catch an event at Ellis Park Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Things to do
Apartheid museum, Joburg and Soweto guided-shared tour
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Top hotels in Johannesburg CBD
The Parktonian All Suite Hotel
Clean facility all the way around. Courteous and helpful staff. Great breakfast. Please repair gym equipment.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Garden Court Milpark
Overall the room was good, staff friendly, hotel in a good condition. Downside is parking across the street and perhaps the actual location which driving to at night was a bit sketchy.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Bannister Hotel
Nice staff, love the convenience of the onsite restaurant
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Connected to the terminal was really nice
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Room was clean. Airport shuttle was great except for aggressive, for tips, porters at airport on our arrival. Breakfast was good. Lounge was nice. Service good. Hotel raised the price on our second day, but would not offer 6 hour extended stay. Maintenance man needs to sand bathroom door to close ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
While this isn’t the most luxurious or contemporary hotel, it feels very homely and public spaces are charming - as are the staff, who made us feel vsry welcome.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg CBD
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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 Gold Reef City Casino.
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
