Johannesburg South Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Johannesburg South
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.
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.
Gold Reef City Theme Park
Bring your family to Gold Reef City Theme Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Expo Centre Johannesburg
Learn about the events happening in Expo Centre Johannesburg during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Southgate Mall
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Southgate Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Things to do
Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Colours of Johannesburg A Street Art and Graffiti Tour
Johannesburg: Full-Day Tour with Soweto and Apartheid Museum
Top hotels in Johannesburg South
Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
"The room was Clean and well maintained."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Staff in the dining room were exceptional. BReakfast ver good. The room was very clean. I did not use the pool so cannot comment."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Location was very good… Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Nice breakfast."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"PROS: Nice staff Good breakfast 15 minutes from the airport Quick stay layover CONS: The room needs renovation Internet not strong Nothing to do in the area"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg South
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.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela's 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.
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.
