Sunnyside Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
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.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
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.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Full Day Johannesburg and Pretoria Guided Tour
Constitutional Hill and Soweto Half Day Tour.
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Top hotels in Sunnyside
Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park
Perfect, everything was good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
RH Hotel Pretoria
Attached to a small mall which was handy for dining. Supermarket available.The area surrounding the hotel was dubious. Hotel room was clean with fridge. Staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Sunny Lodge
WAMPEX GUEST HOUSE PRETORIA
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Pretoria Menlyn
Exceelent
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott Midrand
Great for family vacations
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Sunnyside
Brooklyn
Travellers enjoy Brooklyn for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Waterkloof Shopping Centre while you're in the area.
Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
Lanseria
Travellers like the zoo in Lanseria, and Northern Farm Nature Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
