O.R. Tambo 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
Top hotels in O.R. Tambo
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Amazing option next to the airport.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Perfect for a quick stopover
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Clean room , sta
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
Have stayed at hotel 5-10 times. Very convenient to airport, nice property and staff, and will continue to book when traveling thru Joberg.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
A bit dated but very spacious rooms and good restaurant and bars
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
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.
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.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.
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 Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.
