Woodmead
Johannesburg
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.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Top hotels in Woodmead
Holiday Inn Express Sandton Woodmead by IHG
Excellent value for money
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Would recommend for overnight stay in Jo’berg. Hotel is part of the airport and is a 5 min walk. You do not need to organise a transfer to the hotel. Just follow the signs from Arrivals. Room was large and clean. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Nice outdoor pool area with well priced food and ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Clean room helpful staff, good prices with current exchange rate for Uk travellers. Choice in restaurant good. Big car park. Feels safe.
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
We didn't eat breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Wonderful stay at a very good and well kept hotel. Central and around some amazing restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Garden Court Sandton City
Excellent. Will stay there again
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Woodmead
Morningside
Some popular features of Morningside include its shopping and gardens. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Johannesburg Stock Exchange or The MARC are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
