Newtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Museum Africa showing interior views
SAB World of Beer featuring a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people
Museum Africa showing interior views
Museum Africa showing interior views
SAB World of Beer featuring a bar and interior views

Popular places to visit

Museum Africa featuring signage and a city as well as a small group of people

Museum Africa

4/5(1 review)

Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.

Museum Africa
SAB World of Beer featuring a bar and interior views

SAB World of Beer

Explore the history and evolution of beer, learn about every stage of the brewing process and taste some popular South African brews.

SAB World of Beer

Newtown Junction Mall

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Newtown Junction Mall

Mary Fitzgerald Square

Find out about the history of Johannesburg when you take a trip to Mary Fitzgerald Square. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Mary Fitzgerald Square

The Market Theatre Flea Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Market Theatre Flea Market during your trip to Johannesburg.

The Market Theatre Flea Market

Market Theatre

You can make plans for a show at Market Theatre during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Market Theatre

Activities

street art :interpretation of joburg

Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour

AU$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour
Downtown Johannesburg Tuk tuk Tour

Downtown Johannesburg Tuk tuk Tour with a local lunch

AU$116
per adult
Downtown Johannesburg Tuk tuk Tour with a local lunch
Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour

Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour

AU$68
per adult
Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour
Impala Stampede sculpture in Main Street.

LocalPlaces Understanding Johannesburg Walking Tour

AU$121
per adult
LocalPlaces Understanding Johannesburg Walking Tour
Apartheid History of South Africa

Apartheid History of South Africa (Full day Experience with lunch

AU$159
per adult
Apartheid History of South Africa (Full day Experience with lunch
Johannesburg e-scooter experience

Johannesburg e-scooter experience

AU$56
per adult
Johannesburg e-scooter experience
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Our pick of the best Newtown Hotel Deals

City Lodge Hotel Newtown
City Lodge Hotel Newtown
3 out of 5
Cnr Carr & Miriam Makeba St, Newtown, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$76 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$76
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (88 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and the staff was courteous. The food at the restaurant was very tasty. The restaurant did not always have everything on the menu. Later I figured out it is likely due to resource management. For instance 3 out of the 4 days we were there they didnt have drip coffee. This ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

City Lodge Hotel Newtown
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$174 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,510 reviews)
"Close to airport"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$191 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$191
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,505 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Sandton Sun and Towers
Sandton Sun and Towers
5 out of 5
Cnr Fifth & Alice Streets, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is AU$317 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$317
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
9/10 Wonderful! (525 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

Sandton Sun and Towers
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$112 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Pool needed to be cleaned and nothing within walking distance"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$89 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$89
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (519 reviews)
"Excellent staff :)"

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Newtown

Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

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.

Johannesburg CBD
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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Melville
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Houghton Estate

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Nelson Mandela Foundation are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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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.

Rosebank
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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.

Melrose

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