O.R. Tambo
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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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 featuring a city, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70460-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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 Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70471-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/89000/89256-Johannesburg-Zoo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing a city and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70461-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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
![Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46525899/3f55c735-5597-4eb2-929a-4087834008a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
![Experience Pilanesberg National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48942578/279d8a63-cb86-46e2-a6c9-9ff97e0ac620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
![Nelson Mandela South Africa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1055233/9d3dfc45-4c78-4f1a-9712-cc04ce3dc41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Soweto Township Cultural Tour incl Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela House
![Pilanesberg National Park Full Day Guided Tou](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5258738/56bf57a8-b8cf-41e6-8b86-ec6ccda57057.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Pilanesberg National Park Full Day Guided Tour( Safari Experience)
Top hotels in O.R. Tambo
![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 9 Feb 2025
![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 10 Feb 2025
![InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/664600/664568/b95d949a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025
![Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3900000/3897000/3896985/269b18a2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2025
![Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1410000/1400400/1400366/ae881aab_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 24 Sep 2024
![Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1320000/1317700/1317604/d79e072d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2024
Other neighbourhoods around O.R. Tambo
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Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Gillooly's Farm while you're exploring the area.
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Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
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Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Montecasino and Nelson Mandela Square.
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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.
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Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.