Johannesburg South Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gold Reef City featuring a park, a pond and rides
Apartheid Museum which includes art and a city
Gold Reef City showing a water park and rides
Gold Reef City which includes heritage architecture
Gold Reef City showing a fountain, art and outdoor art

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
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
First National Bank Stadium

First National Bank Stadium

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

First National Bank Stadium

Gold Reef City Theme Park

Bring your family to Gold Reef City Theme Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Gold Reef City Theme Park

Expo Centre Johannesburg

Learn about the events happening in Expo Centre Johannesburg during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Expo Centre Johannesburg

Southgate Mall

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

Southgate Mall

Activities

Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

AU$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Nelson Mandela South Africa

Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House

AU$599
per traveller
Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

AU$81
per adult
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk
Kruger National Park

2-Day Kruger Overland Big 5 Safari Tour from Johannesburg

AU$1,309
per adult
2-Day Kruger Overland Big 5 Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Strekfontein center

Cradle of Humankind and Lion and Safari Park Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

AU$436
per adult
Cradle of Humankind and Lion and Safari Park Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria
Soweto Half Day Tour

Soweto Half Day Tour

AU$191
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Soweto Half Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Johannesburg South Hotel Deals

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
3 out of 5
Corner of Northern Parkway, Johannesburg South, Gauteng
The price is AU$190 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"I felt very comfortable here, and w"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
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$214 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,585 reviews)
"It is reasonably priced and very conveniently located"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

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$179 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Very good hotel for the price. Staffs was attentive"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
4.5 out of 5
Estate 154, Corner 3rd & 6th Avenue, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$111 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (219 reviews)
Beautiful room and atmosphere
"Relatively easy to find hotel, Very clean room, exquisite furniture and decorations. Air con and wifi worked very well. Delightful and pleasant staff, engaging and gave tips on areas to visit. Delicious breakfast, great choice. Will definitely visit again."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
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! (1,579 reviews)
Good hotel near the airport
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

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Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
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$144 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very convenient and diner at restaurant was great"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg South

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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Orlando East

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

Orlando East
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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 Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, 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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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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