Newtown Travel Guide

Johannesburg

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

Popular places to visit

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

Museum Africa

4/5(2 reviews)

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 featuring a bar and interior views

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

Newtown Junction Mall

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Newtown Junction Mall

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

Ferreira's Mine

Learn about the local history of Johannesburg with a stop at Ferreira's Mine. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Ferreira's Mine

Turbine Hall

Learn about the events happening in 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

฿1,022
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour
Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour

Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour

฿1,459
per adult
Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour
Downtown Johannesburg Tuk tuk Tour

Downtown Johannesburg Tuk tuk Tour with a local lunch

฿2,507
per adult
Downtown Johannesburg Tuk tuk Tour with a local lunch
Impala Stampede sculpture in Main Street.

LocalPlaces Understanding Johannesburg Walking Tour

฿2,600
per adult
LocalPlaces Understanding Johannesburg Walking Tour
Apartheid History of South Africa

Apartheid History of South Africa (Full day Experience with lunch

฿3,436
per adult
Apartheid History of South Africa (Full day Experience with lunch
Half Day Tour of Johannesburg History Human Rights and Arts

Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour

฿1,207
per adult
Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Newtown

City Lodge Hotel Newtown
City Lodge Hotel Newtown
3 out of 5
Cnr Carr & Miriam Makeba St, Newtown, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,224 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
฿2,224
฿2,558 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"Comfort"

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2025

City Lodge Hotel 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
The price is ฿4,261 per night from 3 May to 4 May
฿4,261
฿4,900 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,595 reviews)
"Its attraction is that it is inside the airport so easy access to flights. Restaurant excellent food and friendly staff always willing to assist. Would be good to have bottle water in the rooms although there are water stations in the hallways."

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is ฿3,238 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
฿3,238
฿3,723 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great
"This hotel was beautiful and for the price it was outstanding. They had 24hr room service and a free shuttle to and from the airport. Room was clean and modern."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
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 ฿1,883 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿1,883
฿2,185 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
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 ฿2,593 per night from 1 May to 2 May
฿2,593
฿3,012 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay, staff very helpful"

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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 ฿1,600 per night from 1 May to 2 May
฿1,600
฿1,859 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (555 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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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

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Maboneng Precinct

Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.

Maboneng Precinct
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Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Melville
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Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

Rosebank
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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.

Melrose

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