Johannesburg: Full-Day City, Soweto, & Apartheid Museum Tour

This guided Johannesburg city tour covers historic landmarks, Soweto township, and museums, ideal for travelers interested in South African history and culture.

Highlights

• Explore the Apartheid Museum and learn about South Africa's history
• Visit Soweto, the country's largest township, and see its famous sites
• Discover Constitution Hill, a former prison complex turned heritage site
• See the Mandela and Tambo Building, a historic Johannesburg landmark
• Immerse yourself in Johannesburg's dynamic neighborhoods with a guided tour

Description

Your day starts with a pickup from your hotel or private residence. Begin at Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, then visit Houghton Estate, where Nelson Mandela lived after his presidency.

Drive along Munro Drive for views of Johannesburg’s wealthiest neighborhoods and spot the Hillbrow Tower, a key city landmark. Visit Constitution Hill, a former prison complex that highlights South Africa's path from apartheid to democracy.

Pass through Braamfontein, known for its theater, university, and government buildings. Cross the Nelson Mandela Bridge to reach Newtown, Johannesburg’s cultural and creative district.

See the Mandela and Tambo Building, which honors Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo. Explore the Financial District to observe the blend of colonial and modern architecture and learn about Johannesburg’s gold rush history. View Gandhi Square, named after Mahatma Gandhi, a significant figure in South African history.

Discover Johannesburg’s inner city and explore the Apartheid Museum to understand the nation’s journey from segregation to liberation through compelling exhibits.

Head to Soweto Township, viewing landmarks such as the FNB Stadium and the welcome sign, perfect for photos. Learn about the social diversity within Soweto and see the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, one of the world’s largest.

Visit the iconic Orlando Towers, known for its activities and local “shisanyama.” Optionally, join a guided Squatter Camp tour led by a community member; donations are welcome but optional.

Enjoy lunch at a local eatery (own expense) featuring authentic South African cuisine. Explore Vilakazi Street, browsing shops and absorbing the cultural heritage of this historic area.

Tour Nelson Mandela’s former home, pass the residence of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Desmond Tutu, and visit the Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum, commemorating the 1976 Soweto Uprising.

Includes

• Pick-up and drop-off at your address
• Fully guided tour
• Free Wi-Fi
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Driver-guide
• Bottled water
• All entrance fees

Excludes

• Lunch at local spots (own cost)
• Beverages (sodas, alcohol, juice) and any items not listed in the itinerary

Important Information

• Lunch is at your own cost
• Squatter Camp tour and donations are optional

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. Morning departures offer cooler temperatures and better light for photos. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.