Southgate Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Gold Reef City showing outdoor art, a statue or sculpture and art

Gold Reef City Casino

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Montecasino

Montecasino

4/5(9 reviews)

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.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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.

Nelson Mandela Square
Johannesburg Zoo featuring zoo animals

Johannesburg Zoo

4/5(1 review)

From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.

Johannesburg Zoo
Lion Park featuring dangerous animals and zoo animals

Lion & Safari Park

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Lion & Safari Park
Apartheid Museum which includes art and a city

Apartheid Museum

5/5(13 reviews)

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum

Activities

Local greetings using signs, that's how we do it in Soweto.

Soweto Township Tours

AU$86
per adult
Soweto Township Tours
Cape Town Street Art & City Centre Tour

Cape Town Photo Walk & City Tour

AU$47
per adult
Cape Town Photo Walk & City Tour
From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

AU$258
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

AU$2,399
per traveller
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Sun City Park in Johannesburg

Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour

AU$442
per traveller
Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

AU$163
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
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Our pick of the best Southgate Hotel Deals

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$193 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$193
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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! (1,407 reviews)
Great breakfast, poor wi-fi
"Excellent breakfast buffet, convenient airport shuttle (though a bit hard to find at the airport), lousy wi-fi."

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
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$178 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
AU$178
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
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! (1,454 reviews)
"Proximity to airport"

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$142 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"A very good hotels and my go to hotel for over night sleep"

Reviewed on 12 Dec. 2024

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$107 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$107
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2025
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly"

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
5 out of 5
Opposite Int'l Arrivals Hall, O.R. Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$540 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$540
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Fabulous"

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2024

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
5 out of 5
138 Rivonia Road, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is AU$130 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (608 reviews)
Outstanding staff
"Very happy with choice of hotel for first stay in johannnesburg. Food excellent. Pool was closed for one afternoon during our stay but staff arranged and took us to a neighbouring hotel to use their’s. Reinforced how good the pool area was in our hotel. Punctual shuttle to Sandton city. Hotel also ..."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Southgate

Gold Reef City featuring a pond, a garden and rides

Johannesburg South

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

Johannesburg South
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Orlando East

While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Orlando Towers are some notable places to visit nearby.

Orlando East
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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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.

Maboneng Precinct
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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
Mandela House which includes street scenes

Soweto

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela House or Orlando Towers.

Soweto

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