Newtown

Johannesburg

Museum Africa showing interior views
SAB World of Beer showing 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 which includes 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

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 which includes 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

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

The Market Theatre Flea Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at The Market Theatre Flea Market during your trip to Johannesburg.

The Market Theatre Flea Market

Things to do

Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch

Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch

$41
per adult
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
The Munro Drive Photo Stop

Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto

$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

$47
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg

Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg

$146
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

$114
per adult
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

$114
per adult
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
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Newtown Hotel Deals

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
$129 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$150 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and 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! (1,782 reviews)
"Quick and convenient service!"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 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
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$97 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and 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! (1,009 reviews)
"All very good close to airport reasonable shuttle and good service"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 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
$64 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$73 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and 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! (712 reviews)
"We arrived after 24 hours of plane travel. We were great warmly, even though the staff was very busy with some unhappy travelers. I room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. Restraunt staff was exceptional ecspecially Lizwe. I would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 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
$82 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Nov 14 to Nov 15
$94 total
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and 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! (1,010 reviews)
"This is close to the airport and requires a bit more effort to get into town."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
$82 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$96 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
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! (268 reviews)
"The phone was a little hard to use."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

@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
$77 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
$89 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and 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! (411 reviews)
"Comfortable stay. We didn’t receive our discount benefit on our meal. We tried, unsuccessfully, to find out about the airport shuttle. We didn’t get replies to our emails and ended up renting a car at the airport. This wasn’t ideal at about 9pm, when we had to find our way in the dark. Compounded ..."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
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Other neighborhoods 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
Downtown Johannesburg showing heritage architecture and outdoor art

Downtown Johannesburg

3.5/5(32 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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg
Pop up stalls made from crates. Box Park in Shoreditch is the London equivalent

Melville

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

Melville
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Houghton Estate

4/5(15 area reviews)

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
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Newtown

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