O.R. Tambo Travel 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.
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.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Activities
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Pilanesberg National Park Full Day Guided Tour( Safari Experience)
Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House
4 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger National Park Safari
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Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Gillooly's Farm or Eastgate Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.
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.
Downtown Johannesburg
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.
- Emperors Palace Casino
- International Terminal Duty Free Mall
- Montecasino
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Rosebank Mall
- Apartheid Museum
- Sandton Convention Centre
- First National Bank Stadium
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Wanderers Stadium
- Carlton Centre
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Rietvlei Nature Reserve
- Greenstone Shopping Centre
- Carnival City & Entertainment World
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden