Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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
Explore the great outdoors at Joubert Park, a lovely green space in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Ellis Park Swimming Pool
You can enjoy the entertainment at Ellis Park Swimming Pool during your travels to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.
Activities
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience (Caves is closed)
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Pretoria Guided City Tour
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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, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton 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.