O.R. Tambo 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
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Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House
4 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger National Park Safari
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
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Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
Bedfordview
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Bedfordview. You might consider stopping by Eastgate Shopping Centre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square 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 Montecasino and Nelson Mandela Square.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
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 Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
- Emperors Palace Casino
- International Terminal Duty Free Mall
- Montecasino
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
- Sandton City Mall
- Gold Reef City Casino
- Nelson Mandela Square
- Rosebank Mall
- Sandton Convention Centre
- Johannesburg Zoo
- Apartheid Museum
- Gold Reef City Theme Park
- First National Bank Stadium
- Ellis Park Stadium
- Johannesburg City Hall
- Netcare Waterfall City Hospital
- Wanderers Stadium
- Carlton Centre
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden
- Carnival City & Entertainment World
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Fourways Mall