The captivating city of Johannesburg awaits you
Take a holiday to Johannesburg and enjoy the area's museums, entertainment and culture. This city's shopping, safari tours and football matches draw many visitors. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in and around Johannesburg
Do you want to discover things to do during your stay? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Johannesburg a fun spot to go on holiday. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Johannesburg Zoo (2.6 mi / 4.1 km)
- Turffontein Race Course (2.6 mi / 4.2 km)
- Gold Reef City Theme Park (2.8 mi / 4.6 km)
- Glendower Golf Course (6.9 mi / 11.1 km)
- Randpark Golf Club (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
- Orlando Towers (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Johannesburg
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, Johannesburg is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Johannesburg Botanical Garden (4 mi / 6.5 km)
- Emmarentia Dam (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden (15.4 mi / 24.9 km)
- Krugersdorp Game Reserve (20.8 mi / 33.4 km)
- Sterkfontein Caves (23.2 mi / 37.4 km)
- Lesedi Cultural Village (27 mi / 43.5 km)
How to get to and around Johannesburg
The nearest airport is in Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), located 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could also fly into Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria), which is 19.9 mi (32 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, make your way to Johannesburg Park Station or Johannesburg Sandton Station to see more of the city. You can get around Johannesburg by jumping on the metro at Ellis Park Station, Rosebank Station or Rhodesfield Station.