Cresta 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.
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.
Lion & Safari Park
Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
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.
Activities
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience (Caves is closed)
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
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Other neighbourhoods around Cresta
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.
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.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Montecasino and Nelson Mandela Square.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
- Cresta Shopping Centre
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Lion & Safari Park
- Rosebank Mall
- Apartheid Museum
- East Rand Mall
- First National Bank Stadium
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Sterkfontein Caves
- Wanderers Stadium
- Mediclinic Midstream
- Netcare Waterfall City Hospital