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Discover the history of Johannesburg on a private guided tour. Learn about the city's history from the Iron Age to modern times and see the new, wealthy areas all the way back to where it all began.

Highlights

• Learn about the history of Johannesburg from the Iron Age to modern times.
• See the modern, wealthy suburbs as well as the original, old areas of the city.
• See a photographic record of the First of everything in Joburg at MuseumAfrica
• See where the Witwatersrand Main Reef was discovered and the repercussions
• Admire the financial heart of the city at Hollard Street and Main Street Mall

Description

Please Note: I customize this tour to suit your time frame and requirements. Please ask for more details. This is a customised, private tour and I collect you at your place of accommodation or the airport. I drop you at either place. Johannesburg is very large so there is plenty of driving time. I tell the story of this part of the world as we drive, illustrating parts of it with the places we pass through. - We drive through the new, wealthy suburbs to Emmarentia, discussing early Johannesburg, the Anglo-Boer war and the origins of the dam and surrounding areas. - We drive past the Nature Reserve and over the ridge to Melville, over the ridge in Brixton, pass the site of General de Wet's death to the Discoverer's Claim. - We stop in Mary Fitzgerald Square, Newtown discussing the history of the area with an optional visit to MuseumAfrica - We drive by the Street Art and the old Railway Station - we can stop. - Chancellor House is next with an optional stop at the small outdoor museum - We drive down Diagonal street and take a route past the Library - We stop at Hollard street with a walk through Main Street Mining Mall precinct - We pass City Hall, the High Court and Carlton Centre - Maboneng Precinct where you can browse or drive The Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill or Origins Centre are possible depending on interest and time

Includes

Guided private tour of Johannesburg Admission to MuseumAfrica Option to visit the Apartheid Museum Drive through Johannesburg's main streets and financial district Visit to Maboneng Precinct Soft drinks, tea/coffee, water and snacks in the vehicle Pickup and drop off at your hotel/airport

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes Bring a hat and sunscreen for protection against the sun Camera is recommended for capturing memorable moments Be prepared for a mix of walking and driving during the tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund