Fordsburg
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Things to do
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Harties Cableway and Hartbeespoort Dam Cruise Full Day Tour
Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
Top hotels in Fordsburg
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Staff in the dining room were exceptional. BReakfast ver good. The room was very clean. I did not use the pool so cannot comment."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Location was very good… Clean rooms"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"I enjoyed myself,l had clean room and the staff where so friendly."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"poor service. poor follow up by staff regarding booking errors by IHG-expedia. double charged by IGH-expedia lack of professionalism. ground floor rooms poorly maintained and defective electrical sockets etc. had to move rooms not worth staying at IHG. the only competent person was chef Dube"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
"Spent 4 nights in the hotel, 3 issues faced for a 5star hotel, internet was weak, tv had no Netflix or amazon prime application, they refused to bring a microwave to my suite as well as refused to warm my meals unless it was purchased from their restaurant lol."
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fordsburg
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.
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.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while in the area.
Randburg
Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
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.
