Alexandra
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
UNISA
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of UNISA, during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Alexandra Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
The hotel perfectly suited our needs for an overnight stay between flights. Comfortable room, enjoyable late night meal, & delicious breakfast buffet. Indoor accessibility to the airport was a big plus. And reasonably priced!
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Great stay
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Receptionists were not friendly and welcoming , after long flights , would be nice for them to smile and welcome us. Party of 8 . Great room service, Porters were excellent! our arrival and departure went smoothly.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
It was a freshening experience to say the least. It was okay
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Close to the airport. Convenient shuttle service which is easy to access. Very friendly and helpful staff. Hotel rooms are good. Bathrooms could use a revamp although it was clean. All in all i believe good for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
54 On Bath
Well trained staff Great attention to detail and service What you would expect from a 5 star hotel
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alexandra
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
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.
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.
Houghton Estate
While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Victory Theater and Killarney Golf Club.
Bedfordview
Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.
