Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Johannesburg
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Johannesburg, South Africa — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Sandton.
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Top pick
Sandton
Modern business + hotel district — Mandela Square, mall, the safest area for tourists.
11 km from center
#2
Maboneng
Hip arts district downtown — restaurants, galleries, the Sunday Neighbourgoods Market.
20 min walk from center
#3
Rosebank
Middle ground between Sandton and downtown — galleries, restaurants, Sunday market.
6.8 km from center
Getting around
Gautrain links Sandton to OR Tambo airport; Uber widely used; avoid public taxis for safety.
Don’t walk between neighborhoods at night; Uber for any after-dark movement. Tours for downtown.