Popular places to visit
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
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.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Johannesburg Zoo
From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
6 Hour Pilanesberg Open Vehicle Safari from Johannesburg
Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour
Top hotels in Birnam
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Hotel staff are always professional and friendly. Rooms are very well maintained. Great dining options in and around the hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Oct, 2025
African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection
The staff are extremely professional, friendly, and welcoming. The hotel is impeccably clean (a special shout out to Zodidi who kept my room so clean!). The very safe and convenient. Overall, highly recommended!
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch
Voyage en couple en Afrique du Sud. L’hôtel se trouve dans un quartier sur. Plusieurs magasins et restaurants à proximité. Le petit déjeuné est excellent. La chambre était super propre. Le Wi-fi fonctionnait à merveille.
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg, Melrose Arch
This hotel set the bar extremely high for me! The staff was amazing! The food was on point and the room was top tier! I enjoyed every second of this hotel! It will be the only place I book moving forward! Great experience and I would recommend 10 times over!
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
The Capital Melrose
Very conveniently located reasonable rates clean rooms
Reviewed on 26 Sept, 2025
Villa Moyal
It was nice to have the space at Villa Moyal, but with everything around you surrounded by high fences, razor & electric wire, I was not excited to walk at night. I would have rather stayed a few blocks away, closer to the restaurants and shops of Melrose Arch.
Reviewed on 26 Apr, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Birnam
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.
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
