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Top things to do in Johannesburg

47 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Apartheid Museum
Museum4.5

Apartheid Museum

6,383 reviews

The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg is one of the most powerful museums anywhere, an unflinching, brilliantly designed account of South Africa's system of racial segregation and the long struggle to overthrow it.

Gold Reef City

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What is the most visited attraction in Johannesburg?

Apartheid Museum draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Johannesburg, with 6,383 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Johannesburg do visitors rate highest?

Honest Travel Experience (Johannesburg) holds the highest rating in Johannesburg among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 347 reviews. It is less busy than Apartheid Museum, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Park & nature4

Gold Reef City

1,899 reviews

Gold Reef City is a large theme park and casino complex in Johannesburg, built on the site of a real, historic gold mine, giving it a unique double identity as both a thrill-ride amusement park and a window into the gold rush that created the city.

Constitution Hill, Johannesburg
Museum4.5

Constitution Hill, Johannesburg

1,634 reviews

A former prison complex that now houses South Africa's Constitutional Court and a museum on the country's democratic transition.

Johannesburg Zoo
Park & nature4

Johannesburg Zoo

1,185 reviews

A large zoo in Johannesburg featuring diverse animal exhibits, conservation programs, and family-friendly activities.

Ponte City
Landmark4.9

Ponte City

782 reviews

Ponte City is a iconic cylindrical skyscraper in Hillbrow, offering breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Johannesburg from its top.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood4.5

Maboneng Precinct

594 reviews

Maboneng Precinct is a vibrant, regenerated neighborhood in Johannesburg known for its street art, galleries, boutiques, and creative energy.

Museum
Museum4

African Craft Market of Rosebank

463 reviews

Vibrant market in Rosebank offering African crafts, art, and souvenirs from across the continent.

Carlton Centre
Landmark3.5

Carlton Centre

445 reviews

Soar to the top of Africa's tallest building for panoramic views of Johannesburg from the observation deck.

South African National Museum of Military History
Museum4.5

South African National Museum of Military History

397 reviews

Explore South Africa's military history through extensive exhibits of aircraft, vehicles, and artifacts at this Saxonwold museum.

Landmark
Landmark5

Honest Travel Experience (Johannesburg)

347 reviews

Top-rated nightlife experience in Johannesburg offering immersive, honest tours of the city's vibrant after-dark culture.

Landmark
Landmark4.5

Arts on Main

311 reviews

A vibrant arts hub in Johannesburg's Maboneng Precinct, featuring galleries, studios, shops, and a rooftop market in a converted industrial building.

Market
Market4

Rosebank Sunday Market

187 reviews

A vibrant weekend market in Johannesburg offering local crafts, fresh produce, and live music.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

Ingrid's Safaris - Day Tour

186 reviews

Experience a personalized safari day tour in Johannesburg with expert guides, wildlife sightings, and stunning landscapes.

Museum
Museum4.5

Satyagraha House Museum

175 reviews

A museum in Johannesburg dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi's early years in South Africa, housed in his former residence.

Park & nature
Park & nature4.5

Acrobranch Melrose

174 reviews

Acrobranch Melrose is an aerial adventure park in Johannesburg's James & Ethel Gray Park, featuring zip lines, rope courses, and treetop obstacles for all ages.

Sight
Sight4.5

Camelot Spa At Melrose Arch

163 reviews

Luxury day spa in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, offering treatments like massages, facials, and hydrotherapy in a serene urban setting.

Ellis Park Stadium
Landmark4

Ellis Park Stadium

150 reviews

A historic rugby and soccer stadium in Johannesburg, known for hosting the 1995 Rugby World Cup final.

Museum
Museum5

Museum Of Illusions

140 reviews

An interactive museum of optical illusions and mind-bending exhibits in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

Deeprift Ventours

138 reviews

Deeprift Ventours is a highly rated outdoor adventure park in Johannesburg, offering nature trails, zip-lining, and team-building activities in a scenic setting.

Zoo Lake
Park & nature3.8

Zoo Lake

131 reviews

Zoo Lake is a serene urban park in Johannesburg featuring a large lake, scenic walking paths, and a charming boathouse for rowboat rentals.

Park & nature
Park & nature4

Zoo Lake Park

129 reviews

A popular urban park in Johannesburg offering lakeside walks, boating, and picnic spots.

Market
Market4

Melrose Arch

126 reviews

A vibrant mixed-use precinct in Johannesburg with shops, restaurants, and a lively market atmosphere, blending modern architecture with public art.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

The Wilds Nature Reserve

99 reviews

A tranquil nature reserve in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, offering walking trails and wildlife viewing in an urban setting.

Melville Koppies
Park & nature4

Melville Koppies

97 reviews

Explore a protected nature reserve in Johannesburg with ancient geological formations, diverse wildlife, and guided hikes through grasslands and rocky ridges.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

Spurwing Tourism Services

89 reviews

A nature-focused park and tourism service in Linden, Johannesburg, offering guided tours and outdoor experiences.

Sight
Sight4.5

Rachawadee Thai Spa

80 reviews

Experience authentic Thai massage and spa treatments in a serene Johannesburg setting, blending traditional techniques with modern luxury.

Johannesburg Art Gallery
Museum3

Johannesburg Art Gallery

76 reviews

A historic art museum in Joubert Park showcasing South African and international works, from traditional to contemporary.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

Glatt Safaris - Kosher Safaris

69 reviews

Glatt Safaris offers kosher-guided wildlife experiences in and around Johannesburg, South Africa.

Market
Market4

27Boxes

69 reviews

A vibrant market in Johannesburg's Melville neighborhood, featuring shipping-container shops, art studios, and a lively food scene in a creative urban space.

Sight
Sight4

Four Seasons Spa Westcliff

67 reviews

Luxury spa at the Four Seasons Hotel Westcliff offering panoramic views of Johannesburg and a range of rejuvenating treatments.

Museum
Museum4.5

Everard Read Gallery

57 reviews

A renowned art gallery in Johannesburg's Rosebank district, showcasing contemporary South African artists.

Hyde Park Corner
Market4.5

Hyde Park Corner

48 reviews

An upscale shopping center in Johannesburg, featuring luxury brands, restaurants, and entertainment.

Market Theatre (Johannesburg)
Entertainment4.6

Market Theatre (Johannesburg)

43 reviews

A historic venue that staged anti-apartheid plays, now a hub for contemporary theater and arts in Johannesburg.

Entertainment
Entertainment4

Turffontein Race Course

41 reviews

A historic horse racing venue in Johannesburg, known for its vibrant atmosphere and major race events.

Park & nature
Park & nature5

Pulse Africa

30 reviews

A nature-themed park and event space in Hyde Square, Johannesburg, offering green respite and cultural activities.

Sight
Sight3.3

Mary Fitzgerald Square

25 reviews

A vibrant public square in Newtown, hosting markets, festivals, and cultural events with a lively urban atmosphere.

Sight
Sight4.5

Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club

25 reviews

A premier golf course in Johannesburg with a challenging layout, lush fairways, and a welcoming clubhouse.

MuseuMAfricA
Museum2.7

MuseuMAfricA

23 reviews

Delve into the cultural and social history of Johannesburg and Africa through engaging exhibits on music, politics, and daily life.

Religious site
Religious site2.7

Johannesburg South Africa Temple

23 reviews

A striking Latter-day Saints temple in Johannesburg, known for its white granite facade and angel Moroni statue.

Museum
Museum2.7

SAB World of Beer

23 reviews

Explore South Africa's beer heritage through interactive exhibits and enjoy tastings at this unique brewery museum.

Sight
Sight3.5

Huddle Park Golf & Recreation

23 reviews

A family-friendly golf course and recreation center in Johannesburg offering a relaxed atmosphere, driving range, and outdoor activities.

Goodman Gallery
Museum3.5

Goodman Gallery

18 reviews

A contemporary art gallery in Johannesburg's Rosebank area, showcasing cutting-edge African and international artists.

Museum
Museum5

Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre

18 reviews

A museum and memorial dedicated to educating about the Holocaust and genocide, located in Forest Town, Johannesburg.

Sight
Sight3.5

Sheer Touch

18 reviews

A beauty and wellness salon in Houghton, Johannesburg, offering a range of treatments.

Sight
Sight4.5

The Michelangelo Spa & Gym

16 reviews

The Michelangelo Spa & Gym in Johannesburg offers luxury wellness treatments and fitness facilities in a chic setting.

Nelson Mandela Bridge
Landmark

Nelson Mandela Bridge

0 reviews

The Nelson Mandela Bridge is a modern cable-stayed bridge connecting Braamfontein and Newtown, symbolizing Johannesburg's renewal.

Hillbrow Tower
Landmark

Hillbrow Tower

0 reviews

A 269-meter communications tower with a former revolving restaurant and observation deck, now closed to the public.