Johannesburg: Soweto Half-Day Guided Tour
ID: GYG850294-1343746
Category:
Country: South Africa
Duration:
05:30 hours
Description
Discover the vibrant city of Soweto on a guided tour from Johannesburg. Learn about the history of the city and its modern-day culture from your guide.
Experience the hustle and bustle of Soweto on a half-day guided tour. Learn about the events that shaped South Africa's past as you visit historic sites and cultural hotspots with a guide born and raised in Soweto.
Meet your guide and listen to a short explanation of the famous soccer stadium and the role it played in Soweto’s history. Drive past Baragwanath Hospital, an enormous taxi rank, and the historic suburb of Diepkloof.
Stop at the Motsoaledi informal settlement. Walk through the streets with your guide past street cafés and craft markets to a community center that MoAfrika sponsors. Greet and meet the people in the settlement and learn more about their way of life.
Continue on through Orlando West to the hub of Soweto. Stop outside Regina Mundi Church and Freedom Square for a quick overview (optional to go inside) and then go to the Hector Pieterson Museum for a formal tour.
Make your way down the vibrant Vilakazi Street, past iconic monuments and the homes of Nelson and Winnie Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Time permitting, you have the option of stopping at Nelson Mandela Museum for a visit (own cost).
End the morning at the massive Soweto Towers. This tour excludes lunch so grab yourself something to eat and drink (own cost) from a café, stroll around the craft market and watch people or join in bungee jumping off the towers (own cost and time permitting).
After a fascinating morning in Soweto, your guide takes you back to your accommodation in Johannesburg.
Highlights
- Discover the vibrant city of Soweto on a guided tour from Johannesburg
- See the Hector Pieterson Museum and learn about the Soweto Uprising
- Visit the iconic Vilakazi Street and see the homes of Nelson Mandela and Tutu
- Learn about the history of the city and its modern-day culture from your guide
- Enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Johannesburg
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pick-up Location: Ensure you provide an accurate pick-up location (hotel, airport, or residence) when booking, as this will be used to confirm your transfer.
Group Size: This tour is conducted in small groups for a more personalized experience. For larger group bookings, please contact us directly.
Tour Duration: The Soweto Tour lasts approximately 4–5 hours, depending on traffic and stops. Please plan accordingly.
Children: This tour is family-friendly. However, please note that children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Health & Fitness: The tour includes light walking, so it is suitable for most fitness levels. Please inform us of any mobility issues or special requirements prior to booking.
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations are available up to 48 hours before the tour. Cancellations within 48 hours will incur a 50% charge.
Weather: The tour operates rain or shine. In case of severe weather, we will inform you of any changes to the itinerary.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
