Linden
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.
UNISA
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of UNISA, during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Harties Cableway and Hartbeespoort Dam Cruise Full Day Tour
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
Top hotels in Linden
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Close proximity to the airport terminal (the top floors of airport parking garage) make it perfect for short layovers. Rooms were clean and well maintained. Restaurant was well staffed, with a wide variety of items on both the dinner and breakfast buffets.
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Close to airport, free shuttle, great stop over before flight
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
2 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Pool - Garden - Parking
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Food was great. Everything was great.
Reviewed on May 14, 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 Linden
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.
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.
Houghton Estate
While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club.
Sandton
A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
