Kensington 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
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Top hotels in Kensington
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
The hotel perfectly suited our needs for an overnight stay between flights. Comfortable room, enjoyable late night meal, & delicious breakfast buffet. Indoor accessibility to the airport was a big plus. And reasonably priced!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Great stay
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Receptionists were not friendly and welcoming , after long flights , would be nice for them to smile and welcome us. Party of 8 . Great room service, Porters were excellent! our arrival and departure went smoothly.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
It was a freshening experience to say the least. It was okay
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Older and need of a refresh. Facilities ok. Restaurant- give it a miss.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
54 On Bath
Well trained staff Great attention to detail and service What you would expect from a 5 star hotel
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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.
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, Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
