Highveld
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.
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.
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.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Johannesburg: Half-Day Apartheid Museum Tour
Top hotels in Highveld
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
I usually get a day room at City Lodge Hotel on my way out of Joburg. I choose them because they typically have a good online rate for an overnight stay. The hotel is massive - you could easily walk 15 mins to your room if it is at the far end of the footprint. The staff is always lovely and my room ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Nice upscale hotel near the airport. Comfortable beds, nice linens, very quiet. Got a good nights rest here. Staff was exceptional. Breakfast is great (not free. ZAR 225) with lots of choices.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Hotel offer convenient shuttle from and to airport everything 30 min and staff are very friendly and helpful. Great food and very clean hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
The room was big and had a convenient shuttle service to the airport.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
Stay was great. Beds were super comfy and rooms are well appointed.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highveld
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.
Pretoria Central Business District
Pretoria Central Business District is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kruger Museum and State Theatre.
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.
Hatfield
Visitors to Hatfield enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Hatfield Plaza is worth a stop.
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.
Highveld
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Emperors Palace Casino
- Mall of Africa
- University of Pretoria
- Loftus Versfeld Stadium
- Gallagher Convention Centre
- Time Square Casino
- Voortrekker Monument
- Menlyn Park Shopping Centre
- Union Buildings
- National Zoological Gardens of South Africa
- Netcare Unitas Hospital
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
- Pretoria Urology Hospital
