Kensington
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
Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Kensington Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Great place to to stay over during a long layover. Food in the restaurants was good. Rooms were comfy.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Nice clean room, quiet area. Restaurant had good food. Shuttle to and from the airport every 15 minutes is great.
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Lovely hotel, close to OR Tambo airport, can highly recommend
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Room was clean. Only thing was bathroom door handle falling off and shower head was not the greatest but either than than room was good. Staff very helpful and accommodating and airport shuttle was great drivers were very pleasant! Very conveniently situated!
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
The staff was very kind and helpful. Since our group had to leave before the breakfast opened, they made us breakfast to go. The shuttles were on time and accommodating.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
The chaos I parking area.
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
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.
Downtown Johannesburg
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.
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.
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.
Melville
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider a stop by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighborhood.
