Alexandra
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Alexandra
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
This is a huge hotel. Indoor walking distance from airport 15 minutes. It’s older but, in great condition.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
The hotel was ok, staff were friendly but the decor is a bit tired and in need of an upgrade.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Very very dim lighting in the rooms, odd smell.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Hotel funcional para una estadía corta.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
I tried to contact the hotel several times to know where to pick up the shuttle at the airport and nobody ever replied leaving me to scramble when I arrived . Interestingly once I tracked it down it was a very well run an efficient process. The need to explain how to find the bus when you land if ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Sandton Sun & Towers
Great value for money!
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alexandra
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Sandton
Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
