Downtown Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Visit Downtown Johannesburg
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.
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.
Joubert Park
Joubert Park is just one of the places to see in Johannesburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
The AGOG
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The AGOG during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Things to do
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Johannesburg: Half-Day Apartheid Museum Tour
SOWETO: Ethical, bespoke, authentic, community driven small group
Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Great
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
The staff service was put of this world
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Enjoyed my stay. All amenities of Emperor's palace are walking distance. I'll be back.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Excellent service and follow up
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Stayed for two nights. The room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable. Shuttle was not available to pick us up at the Gautrain station unfortunately so we had to cross the street and catch an Uber to the hotel. We used the shuttle to go to Nelson Mandela square the next day. Check-in was quick ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Hotel staff are always professional and friendly. Rooms are very well maintained. Great dining options in and around the hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg
Maboneng Precinct
Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.
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.
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.
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.
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.
