Kensington

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

Montecasino

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square
Gold Reef City which includes a city, a statue or sculpture and art

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.

Gold Reef City Casino
Apartheid Museum featuring art and a city

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.

Apartheid Museum
First National Bank Stadium

First National Bank Stadium

Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

First National Bank Stadium

Rhodes Park

Rhodes Park is just one of the places to see in Johannesburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Rhodes Park

Things to do

Johannesburg city

Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup

CA $140
per adult
Half-Day Johannesburg City Tour with Pickup
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

CA $27
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

CA $192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

CA $431
per adult
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

CA $108
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

CA $157
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
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Kensington 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
The price is CA $178 per night from Sep 26 to Sep 27
CA $178
CA $208 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
includes taxes & 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! (1,712 reviews)
"If you need a place to stay at the airport, this is a great option. It’s cheap but good value for money"

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $116 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $116
CA $133 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent dinner and breakfast buffet. Very convenient"

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is CA $114 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $114
CA $134 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & 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! (250 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025

@Sandton Hotel
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 CA $88 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
CA $88
CA $102 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
includes taxes & 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! (663 reviews)
"Everything was fine, the only thing was the A/C unit and Bathroom showerhead was not the best of conditions"

Reviewed on Aug. 24, 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
The price is CA $132 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
CA $132
CA $153 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
includes taxes & 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great service"

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $102 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $102
CA $118 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (367 reviews)
"recently had the pleasure of an overnight stay at the Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre in Johannesburg, and it was an experience worth sharing. From the moment I arrived, the service was outstanding,warm, professional, and attentive without being intrusive. Every staff member I encountered went ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington

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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.

Bedfordview
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Downtown Johannesburg

3/5(4 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
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Houghton Estate

4.5/5(3 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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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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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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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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