O.R. Tambo
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour
6 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Top hotels in O.R. Tambo
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Clean room, lovely soft towels. Beauty reception area and great restaurant, especially with the patio overlooking the pool.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Although the hotel appears dark and dated it is very functional for overnight stay close to the airport. Rooms are large , clean and very comfortable. Water pressure in the shower is amazing. Would stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Great relax before the rest of our trip.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Good short term stay close to the airport.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
Great location for restaurants and entertainment. Room clean, if a little old fashioned. Staff helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
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Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate 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.
Houghton Estate
While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Houghton Golf Club 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.
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.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while in the area.