Half-Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour - English & French

Orlando West, Soweto, Johannesburg



Explore the heart of Soweto and learn about South Africa's history on a 5-hour guided experience. Visit the Hector Pieterson Memorial, walk along Vilakazi Street, see the Orlando Towers.

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant streets and history of Soweto
  • Visit the moving Hector Pieterson Memorial
  • Discover historic Vilakazi Street and Mandela House

Description

Begin your experience with convenient hotel pickup from Johannesburg, Pretoria or Soweto before heading into the vibrant township of Soweto. Your guide will introduce you to Soweto's history and contemporary life as you visit the Hector Pieterson Memorial, which commemorates the students who lost their lives during the 1976 Soweto uprising. Continue to Vilakazi Street, one of Soweto's best-known streets and a significant location in South African history. Take time to explore the area and see the exterior of Mandela House before continuing through Soweto. Enjoy a scenic drive past landmarks including the Orlando Towers before travelling to the Apartheid Museum. Spend approximately two hours exploring the museum with its audio-guided experience, discovering exhibitions documenting apartheid, resistance and South Africa's transition to democracy. After the museum visit, return to your accommodation with hotel drop-off.

Includes

Licensed professional guide, Badge 6595 Hotel pickup and drop-off in Johannesburg, Pretoria or Soweto Transport during the tour Guided sightseeing in Soweto Hector Pieterson Memorial visit Vilakazi Street visit Orlando Towers scenic stop/drive-by Approximately 2-hour Apartheid Museum experience with audio tour

Excludes

Meals and drinks Personal expenses Optional purchases Any entrance fees not expressly included in the final supplier rate Gratuities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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