5 Best Mosques in Johannesburg (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

Friday prayers, a family nikaah, or just a quiet place to make wudhu before Maghrib. Finding the right mosque in a city as spread out as Johannesburg often comes down to word of mouth, and the mosques in Johannesburg listed here have earned over 3,600 reviews between them, each one rated 4.8 or 4.9 by worshippers and visitors.

Short answer: Houghton Masjid (West Street) is the most reviewed mosque on this list, holding a 4.9 rating across 1,229 Google reviews. Mayfair Jummah Masjid and Masjidul Furqan follow close behind, each valued for their community programs and family facilities. None of these mosques charge for entry; most rely on voluntary Lillah donations.

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Five Mosques, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Houghton Masjid (West Street)	4.9 ★	1,229	Overall / most-reviewed mosque in Houghton	View ›
2	Mayfair Jummah Masjid 🕌	4.8 ★	787	Community mosque with madrassa and ladies' facilities	View ›
3	Masjid Siratul Jannah مسجد 🕌	4.9 ★	676	Modern architecture with dedicated women's prayer space	View ›
4	Masjidul Furqan	4.9 ★	483	Structured Jumu'ah schedule and family occasions	View ›
5	Masjid Nur (Jhb Tablighi Markaz)	4.9 ★	447	Tablighi Jamaat activities and visiting travelers	View ›

Getting to know each mosque

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Houghton Masjid (West Street)

4.91,229 Google reviews

Houghton Masjid, also known as the West Street Masjid, serves the Houghton Estate community as one of Johannesburg's established mosques. It's run by the Houghton Muslim Jamaat, which livestreams a full daily prayer schedule and regularly hosts programmes like the 'Illumination of Minds' Aqida course. The mosque relies on Lillah, or charitable, contributions from worshippers to keep its doors open, and it's open every day from before dawn until well into the evening.

What people praise

Visitors describe the architecture as harmonious and the interior as calm, with natural light suited to quiet reflection.
The sound system carries Taraweeh and Jumu'ah recitation clearly to every corner of the prayer hall.
Reviewers note ample parking and comfortable entry and exit, even during busy Friday prayers.
The mosque hosts a close-knit, active community, including recitation by hufaaz that several visitors called especially moving.

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,229 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: With the most reviews and the highest rating on this list, Houghton Masjid stands out for a consistent, well-organized worship experience that draws praise across nearly 1,230 reviews.

Website +27791625500 Directions

47 West St, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198

#2🕑 Open 2 days/wk

Mayfair Jummah Masjid 🕌

4.8787 Google reviews

Mayfair Jummah Masjid sits at the corner of 12th Avenue and Hanover Street in Mayfair, serving one of Johannesburg's older and more established Muslim communities. The mosque includes a madrassa for boys and girls alongside its main prayer hall, and its location near the local market makes it a convenient stop for daily prayers. It hasn't listed a website, but its Google presence shows steady activity from a wide community of worshippers.

What people praise

Reviewers highlight the mosque's calligraphic interior work and its spacious, uncluttered prayer hall.
A dedicated ladies' prayer facility is available, something several visitors specifically call out.
Ample outdoor parking makes it easy to attend even during peak Jumu'ah crowds.
Visitors describe the atmosphere as peaceful despite the mosque's size and central location.

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume787 · 93th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 months ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown90% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Mayfair Jummah Masjid earns strong, consistent praise from a community that has clearly worshipped here for years, with almost 800 reviews behind its 4.8 rating.

+27118344074 Directions

12th Ave & Hanover St, Mayfair, Johannesburg, 2091

Masjid Siratul Jannah مسجد 🕌

4.9676 Google reviews

Masjid Siratul Jannah, run by the Ormonde Muslim Association, serves worshippers in Evans Park in Johannesburg South. Some visitors affectionately nickname it the 'Ferrero Roche masjid' for its gold-toned domes, and it's known locally for modern Muslim architecture, extensive geometric tilework, and Arabic calligraphy. The mosque includes a dedicated women's prayer section and its own washroom facilities.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently call the building beautiful and well-maintained, with lofty minarets and detailed interior work.
Huge parking areas make Friday prayers straightforward even at busy times.
The women's section and its facilities are specifically appreciated by female worshippers.
Visitors describe the atmosphere as calm and welcoming, whether attending Jummah or a regular prayer.

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume676 · 88th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Masjid Siratul Jannah is one of the most recently reviewed mosques on this list, with fresh feedback as recent as four weeks ago backing up its 4.9 rating.

Website Directions

Kimberley Minor Rd, Evans Park, Johannesburg South, 2091

#4🕑 Open 7 days

Masjidul Furqan

4.9483 Google reviews

Masjidul Furqan, run by the Houghton Muslim Association, has served the Houghton area since the mid-1990s as a not-for-profit community mosque. Alongside the main prayer hall, the association operates Madrasatul Furqaan, an Islamic school for the Muslim community of Gauteng, and a youth recreation programme aimed at building unity and safety. It publishes a full weekly prayer timetable and keeps long daily hours, from just after 4am to 9pm.

What people praise

Reviewers describe the recitation and imam as excellent, with a clean, comfortable, and quiet prayer hall.
The mosque runs a clearly structured Jumu'ah, with a short lecture ahead of khutbah, and prayer typically wraps up within the hour.
A separate women's prayer section is available, and families say their children enjoy attending.
The mosque has hosted family milestones, including nikaah ceremonies, with ample parking for guests.

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume483 · 83th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown92% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Masjidul Furqan combines a long community history with consistently high marks, drawing praise for both its daily prayer routine and its role in family occasions.

Website +27721736813 Directions

52 2nd Ave, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198

#5🕑 Open 7 days

Masjid Nur (Jhb Tablighi Markaz)

4.9447 Google reviews

Masjid Nur, based in Crown, Johannesburg, functions as the main Tablighi Markaz for the city and the wider region. It's a hub for gatherings, dawah efforts, and travelling Jamaat groups, with visitors regularly passing through from across South Africa and abroad. The mosque doesn't list a website, but it maintains an active daily presence built around its role as a gathering point.

What people praise

Visitors describe a strong sense of purpose and brotherhood, with the mosque staying active throughout the day.
Groups travelling from abroad report being welcomed with organized hospitality, including rest areas and meals.
Reviewers highlight the mosque's role in coordinating Jamaat efforts across Johannesburg and South Africa.
Several visitors call the atmosphere spiritually strong despite the constant flow of people passing through.

Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume447 · 78th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 months ago

Info completenessphone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: As the city's main Tablighi Markaz, Masjid Nur plays a distinct role in Johannesburg's Muslim community, one reflected in reviews focused on hospitality and purpose rather than architecture.

+27118392663 Directions

1 Crownwood Rd, Crown, Johannesburg, 2025

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How this list is put together

Every number here comes from live Google data: the rating is the mosque’s current average, and review volume shows how many worshippers and visitors have left one. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, so a 4.9 from over a thousand reviews carries more weight than a 4.9 from a handful. Recency tracks how recently people are still reviewing. No mosque can pay to move up this list; all five are ranked purely on this public data.

Is there a cost to visit a mosque in Johannesburg?

None of the mosques on this list charge an entry fee. Several reviewers mention that donations, often called Lillah, are welcomed and can typically be made in person or via mobile giving, but they’re voluntary rather than a condition of entry.

Mosques across Johannesburg

This list spans several of Johannesburg’s Muslim communities, from Houghton Estate in the north, to Mayfair and Johannesburg South’s Evans Park, and out to Crown near the M1. Wherever you’re searching from, whether Sandton or Soweto, these five give a real starting point for mosques near you in Johannesburg.

What to know before you visit a mosque in Johannesburg

What are the exact prayer and Jumu’ah times for that day?
Is there a dedicated prayer area and washroom for women?
Is parking available on site, especially for Friday prayers?
Is photography allowed inside the prayer hall?
Does the mosque need advance notice for group visits or non-Muslim visitors?
Are there separate arrangements for weddings or other family occasions?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. The order reflects public Google ratings and review volume. A mosque can’t pay for a better position on this list.

How did you choose these five mosques?

We looked at every mosque in Johannesburg with a meaningful number of Google reviews and ranked them by rating, review volume, and how recently people have reviewed them.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026 and gets refreshed periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Do I need to be Muslim to visit these mosques?

Most mosques welcome respectful visitors, though it’s courteous to ask in advance, especially for guided visits or larger groups.

Is there a cost to enter?

No. Entry is free at every mosque on this list; several accept voluntary donations.

The bottom line

Houghton Masjid (West Street) has the broadest track record of any mosque on this list, but Masjidul Furqan and Mayfair Jummah Masjid are just as highly regarded within their own communities. Whichever one you visit, check the day’s prayer times first, since several run tighter Jumu’ah schedules than others.

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