Top rated Tourist Attractions in Johannesburg, South Africa to elevate your visit (Updated December, 2023)

Historical landmark

👍👍 Great fun and a good workout! Saturday mornings are busy so get there early, arrived at 6:30 and the stairs were already being well used by the early birds. We felt safe and the atmosphere was a vibe with everyone helping and encouraging each other.

4.70 (1.1K reviews)

Northcliff Hill

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Very mello vibe by all, setting sun was spectacular. We live in a beautiful country. We just need to step back and appreciate what's around us. Better parking would go along way in making it accessible. Thank you to the residents who put up with Jo public blocking driveways.

4.70 (1.1K reviews)

Hashtag Escape

Amusement center

👍 Area didn't seem too fancy so when we got there we didn't expect much. Once inside though was amazing. We did the Red Moon and it was really fun. Recommend 10/10 will come for another room some time

4.70 (833 reviews)

Lindfield Victorian House Museum

Museum

Built in 1909-1910, this Victorian house museum features period furnishings & guided tours.

4.70 (203 reviews)

Glenshiel

Historical landmark

👍👍 One of the more magnificent Sir Herbert Baker buildings in Joburg. A fairy tale evening for a Christmas market.

4.70 (153 reviews)

Apartheid Museum

Museum

Museum chronicling the story of 20th-century South Africa & the now-defunct apartheid system.

4.60 (5.9K reviews)

Northcliff Ridge eco park

Tourist attraction

Popular, mountaintop park featuring a paved walkway, benches & panoramic views of the city & sunset.

4.60 (1.7K reviews)

The Wilds - East Wilds

Hiking area

Preserved green space in an urban area offering hiking paths, whimsical animal art & city views.

4.60 (1K reviews)

Standard Bank | Gallery

Art gallery

Work by distinguished local & famous international artists showcased in a refined space.

4.60 (218 reviews)

L. Ron Hubbard House on Linksfield Ridge

Museum

👍👍 Beautiful view. Reminds me of the 70s show. Puneet is a lovely guide, and very passionate about his role at the house ! Interesting visit !

4.60 (129 reviews)

Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre

Museum

Not-for-profit museum raising awareness of the Holocaust & genocide in Rwanda, with public events.

4.60 (122 reviews)

Inyoni Creek

Townhouse complex

👍👍 Rich retirement village part of Rand Aid. Lovely spot if you have around 2 million for a small place.

4.60 (91 reviews)

Johannesburg Botanical Gardens Thomas Bowler parking

Free parking lot

👍 We had been near the botanical gardens numerous times while walking the dogs at the park connected to it, but today we went by without them and had a wander about the place. It was eerily quiet and devoid of people (except for those who were working there, of which there were many) visiting, so we w...

4.60 (83 reviews)