Newtown

Johannesburg

Museum Africa showing interior views
SAB World of Beer which includes a bar and interior views as well as a small group of people
Museum Africa featuring interior views
Museum Africa featuring interior views
SAB World of Beer showing interior views and a bar

Popular places to visit

Museum Africa featuring signage and a city as well as a small group of people

Museum Africa

Journey through South Africa’s social and cultural history as you examine the relics and artifacts contained in this fascinating museum complex.

Museum Africa
SAB World of Beer showing interior views and a bar

SAB World of Beer

Explore the history and evolution of beer, learn about every stage of the brewing process and taste some popular South African brews.

SAB World of Beer

Mary Fitzgerald Square

Find out about the history of Johannesburg when you take a trip to Mary Fitzgerald Square. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Mary Fitzgerald Square

Newtown Junction Mall

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Newtown Junction Mall

Sci Bono Discovery Centre

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Sci Bono Discovery Centre in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Sci Bono Discovery Centre

Turbine Hall

Learn about the events happening at Turbine Hall during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Turbine Hall

Things to do

street art :interpretation of joburg

Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour

P1,766
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour
Half Day Tour of Johannesburg History Human Rights and Arts

Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour

P2,087
per adult
Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour
Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

P5,748
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

P6,423
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

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

P7,868
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

P6,101
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
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Top hotels in Newtown

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
Fully refundable
The price is P7,481 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
P7,481
P8,603 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,678 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice, clean, wonderful beds and hot shower. Food at hotel buffet was excellent. Right at the Tambo Airport so is very practical when arriving from far away."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

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@Sandton Hotel
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 P3,560 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P3,560
P4,130 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (333 reviews)
"Safe Gluten Free foods. Clean rooms and excellent service!! Will stay again!"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is P4,324 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P4,324
P4,972 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
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! (999 reviews)
"Excellent customer service, great amenities and extremely clean! Really enjoyed staying here and will book again in the future. Daily room service was awesome!! Only thing I’d add is a microwave in each room."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is P4,147 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P4,147
P4,817 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (632 reviews)
"From we arrived the front desk reception evening staff 23rd july made us fell welcome. The gentlemen who worked with Monalisa upon our arived and the other gentlemen that worked with here during Saturday shift were outstanding. In fact the entire reception staff were great. Lets not forget the ladies ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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 P4,035 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P4,035
P4,687 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Easy, safe , clean and lovely staff"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

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

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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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.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Houghton Estate

While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club.

Houghton Estate
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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.

Rosebank
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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.

Melrose
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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.

Randburg

Newtown