Johannesburg: Soweto Night Tour

Diepkloof, Soweto, Johannesburg



Can't get enough of Soweto and want to mingle and have a good time with the locals? On this afternoon and night out in Soweto, you will be led by a tour guide who knows the area by heart, and the locals personally.

This guided tour in Soweto, Johannesburg suits visitors interested in local culture, featuring visits to four shebeens and a traditional dinner.

Highlights

  • Visit to 4 shebeens
  • 4 free beers, glasses of wine, or soft drinks per person
  • Traditional shebeen dinner in Soweto

Description

After hotel or residence pickup in Johannesburg, your guide will provide a brief pre-departure tour briefing. The journey heads to the south-western township of Soweto, passing the National Football Stadium City, which hosted the 2010 World Cup opening and closing ceremonies.

In the Diepkloof area, take a walk past street vendors offering a variety of goods. In Orlando West, visit Vilakazi Street and drive past Nelson Mandela’s former home, as well as the homes of Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

Your guide then takes you to four shebeens in Soweto to experience township culture and sample local drinks and cuisine.

Includes

  • Collection and drop-off from any address in Johannesburg
  • Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
  • English-speaking professional guide
  • Visit to four shebeens
  • 4 free drinks (beer, wine, or soft drinks)
  • Traditional meal at a shebeen

Excludes

  • Beverages beyond the included free drinks
  • Personal purchases

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable athletic clothing
  • Bring hiking boots, a hat, a jacket, and sunscreen

Cancellation Policy

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

Booking tip: Schedule the tour in the late afternoon for cooler weather and enhanced local evening atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will visit four shebeens, enjoy four free drinks per person, and have a traditional shebeen dinner in Soweto.
The tour includes pickup from your Johannesburg hotel or residence.
Each person receives four free beers, glasses of wine, or soft drinks during the tour.
Yes, it is ideal for visitors interested in experiencing local culture and nightlife in Johannesburg's Soweto township.
The tour operates in the evening; check the website for current departure times.
Yes, a traditional shebeen dinner is included as part of the tour.
The tour typically lasts several hours, including visits to four shebeens and dinner.
Yes, additional drinks can usually be purchased at the shebeens beyond the included four per person.
The tour is designed for adults interested in local culture; check the website for age restrictions.
The tour visits four shebeens, including locations in the Diepkloof area of Soweto, Johannesburg.

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