What's Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area Like?

If you're in search of the perfect area to explore, why not consider Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area? Travelers seeking the perfect souvenir can head to Gold Reef City and Carlton Centre. Montecasino and Apartheid Museum are a couple of popular sights sure to leave an impression.

Where are the Best Places to Stay in Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area?

We have 1112 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are some of our travelers' favorite places to stay in Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area:

BnB on 8th Avenue

Suburban guestrooms with balconies, comfy beds

• • Free parking • Free WiFi • Garden • Central location

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, spa

• • Free breakfast • Free valet parking • 2 outdoor pools • Steam room • Central location

Tuareg Guest House

Upscale guesthouse with outdoor pool

• • Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Terrace • Pool loungers • Attentive staff

The Residence Boutique Hotel

Suburban hotel with 3 outdoor pools, spa

• • Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Spa tub • Attentive staff

AtholPlace Hotel & Villa

Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, restaurant

• • Free parking • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Bar • Comfy beds

How to Get to Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Flying to:

• • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area
• • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria), 17 mi (27.4 km) from Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

Traveling to Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area by Train

You'll find the following train stations in the neighborhood:

• • Johannesburg Park Station
• • Johannesburg Sandton Station

Getting to Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area on Metro

Stations in the neighborhood include:

• • Rosebank Station
• • Ellis Park Station

Things to See and Do in and around Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

What to See in Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

• • University of Witwatersrand
• • Carlton Centre
• • Sandton Convention Centre
• • University of Johannesburg
• • First National Bank Stadium

Things to Do in Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area

• • Gold Reef City
• • Montecasino
• • Apartheid Museum
• • Sandton City Mall
• • Nelson Mandela Square

Other Popular Greater Johannesburg Metropolitan Area Attractions

• • Lion Park
• • Mall of Africa
• • Cresta Shopping Centre
• • Johannesburg Zoo
• • Mandela House

When Is the Best Time to Visit Johannesburg?

• • Hottest months: January, February, December, November (average 67°F)
• • Coldest months: June, July, May, August (average 49°F)
• • Rainiest months: December, February, January, November (average 4 inches of rainfall)