Sunnyside
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
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Cradle of Humankind Tour - Sterkfontein Caves with Maropeng Tour
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Rietvlei Nature Reserve half-day tour from Pretoria, every TUESDAY
Pretoria: Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour
Top hotels in Sunnyside
Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park
Good hotel, didn’t give the room 5/5 but only 4/5 because of a whining/whistling sound throughout the whole night that stopped me from sleeping well. That and the AC temperature couldn’t be reduced below 18C. Otherwise can’t fault the hotel for anything.
Reviewed on 23 Jun 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
Protea Hotel by Marriott Midrand
Great for family vacations
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024
Morning Star Express Hotel
Initially i was allocated room no 112 only to find out that the room was not serviced. So i had to go back to the reception and request another room.
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025
Hotel 224
Room was clean and business friendly
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Sunnyside
- Breytenbach Theatre
- Mall of Africa
- Time Square Casino
- Voortrekker Monument
- Gallagher Convention Centre
- Union Buildings
- University of Pretoria
- Netcare Unitas Hospital
- National Zoological Gardens of South Africa
- Loftus Versfeld Stadium
- Menlyn Park Shopping Centre
- Centurion Mall
- Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
- National Library of South Africa
- Pretoria Urology Hospital
