Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto and Apartheid Museum Tour

By Bakubung Africa Safaris & Tours

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Free cancellation available
8h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Delve into the rich history and culture of Johannesburg on this comprehensive full-day tour. Visit significant landmarks such as Nelson Mandela Square, Constitution Hill, and the poignant Apartheid Museum while exploring the vibrant township of Soweto. Enjoy panoramic views from Munro Drive and learn about the city’s transformation from its mining origins to a modern metropolis. With a knowledgeable guide and comfortable transport, this tour provides an insightful overview of South Africa’s past and present, making it perfect for first-time visitors seeking a deeper understanding of Johannesburg.

Full-day guided tour of Johannesburg and Soweto

Visit key sites including the Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill

Comfortable transport with hotel pickup from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Explore Soweto's rich heritage with a guided drive through the township

Activity location

Nelson Mandela Square
- Fl 1st Medical Mews, Cnr Rivonia Road and 5th Street
- 2196, Sandton, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

Nelson Mandela Square
- Fl 1st Medical Mews, Cnr Rivonia Road and 5th Street
- 2196, Sandton, South Africa

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Dates

Travellers

Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto and Apartheid Museum Tour

8h
English

Pickup included

Language options: English

Starting time: 08:00

Price details

€100.82 x 1 Adult€100.82

Total

Until Thu, 20 Aug

What's included, what's not

Hotel pick up and drop off
Bottled water onboard the vehicle
Constitution Hill; Apartheid Museum
Shared tour guide/driver, vehicle and fuel
Lunch (Approx. USD15.00)

Know before you book

- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Nelson Mandela Square

Start your Johannesburg experience with a visit to Nelson Mandela Square, one of the city’s best-known landmarks. Take photos beside the iconic Mandela statue and get your first feel for the modern, cosmopolitan side of Johannesburg.

Houghton Estate

Drive through Houghton, one of Johannesburg’s most notable suburbs, and learn about its historical and political significance, including its association with Nelson Mandela.

Munro Drive Viewpoint

Stop at Munro Drive Viewpoint for panoramic views over Johannesburg. This is a great photo opportunity and an ideal place for your guide to introduce the layout and character of the city.

Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct

1h
Admission ticket included

Visit Constitution Hill, one of the most important heritage sites in South Africa. Learn about the country’s journey from oppression to democracy at this former prison complex, which now houses the Constitutional Court.

Nelson Mandela Bridge (Pass by)

Drive through Braamfontein and pass the Nelson Mandela Bridge as your guide shares more insight into Johannesburg’s changing urban landscape and creative districts.

Mary Fitzgerald Square

Explore Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown and hear about its role in the city’s cultural and civic life. This stop adds context to Johannesburg’s regeneration and public spaces.

Mining District

Visit the Mining District to understand Johannesburg’s origins as a gold rush city. This stop helps explain how mining shaped the city’s growth, economy, and social divisions.

Ghandi Square (Pass by)

Pass through Gandhi Square and hear about its importance in Johannesburg’s transport and political history.

Johannesburg Central (Pass by)

Drive through the Johannesburg CBD and experience the energy, contrast, and complexity of the city centre while your guide explains its history and evolution.

Apartheid Museum

2h
Admission ticket included

Visit the Apartheid Museum for a powerful and immersive look at South Africa’s apartheid era and the country’s democratic transition.

FNB Stadium

Stop outside FNB Stadium, one of South Africa’s most iconic sports venues and the site of major historical and national events such as the FIFA World Cup 2010. Great for photos and brief commentary.

Vilakazi Street

Spend time exploring Soweto, South Africa’s most famous township and a place of deep historical and cultural significance. Learn about daily life, resistance history, and the township’s role in shaping modern South Africa. Take a walk through Mandela House and see where Nelson Mandela lived in Soweto. Enjoy an optional lunch at own account in Vilakazi Street.

Location

Activity location

Nelson Mandela Square
- Fl 1st Medical Mews, Cnr Rivonia Road and 5th Street
- 2196, Sandton, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

Nelson Mandela Square
- Fl 1st Medical Mews, Cnr Rivonia Road and 5th Street
- 2196, Sandton, South Africa

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