Parktown
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.
Things to do
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour
Private Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg Mountains Tour
Johannesburg: Pretoria and Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour
From Johannesburg: Pretoria Guided City Tour
Hartbeespoort: Aerial Cable Car Ride
Top hotels in Parktown
![Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890700/890696/fd92e175_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2024
![City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/930bc375_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
![Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/cebf3f6c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
![Premier Hotel OR Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3843900/3843897/6038b1f2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
![Sandton Sun and Towers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/27400/27361/9bc3ccf2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2024
![Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/a1844e29_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on May 27, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Parktown
![Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70467-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 showing heritage architecture and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89387-Arts-On-Main.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Pop up stalls made from crates. Box Park in Shoreditch is the London equivalent](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fcbc5576b37c27a48ce24ed23646758d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Melville
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider a stop by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighborhood.
![Now you're gonna hear me roaaaaarrrr! #meetsouthafrica #thetinytaster](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a380b2e1ac1015d258837ac7576e89c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Maboneng Precinct
Travelers to Maboneng Precinct praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.
![in Johannesburg, South Africa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/42602e0782d52434d532392a7ecd4c22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.