Croydon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Our pick of the best Croydon Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Very good stay. Friendly and courteous staff and servers. Excellent breakfast- variety of food is good and a great way to start a trip into SA. Room clean, comfortable and no issues. Easy check in and out. Will stay there again.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
On time
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Thanks for the hospitality
Reviewed on 22 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 23 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
The breakfast is always the highlight of the trip.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Croydon
O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
