Johannesburg Guided City Tour with Soweto Highlights and Apartheid Museum

Your Experience

Explore Johannesburg’s Soweto township and the Apartheid Museum on a full-day guided city tour with entry to Nelson Mandela House.

Getting started

Begin your day by meeting your private guide and boarding an air-conditioned vehicle for your city tour. Your guide will introduce the day’s route and share an overview of the key sites you’ll visit, including Soweto township, the Apartheid Museum, and Nelson Mandela House. Settle in as you prepare to explore Johannesburg’s most significant cultural and historical landmarks.

What to expect

Soweto township

Soweto is known for its vibrant street culture and deep historical roots in South Africa’s journey toward democracy.

• Experience the energy of Soweto as you travel through its neighborhoods, observing daily life and the township’s colorful street art.

• Your guide will point out the iconic Soweto Towers, a landmark of the area, and share stories about the township’s role in the country’s history.

• Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle throughout your guided exploration of Soweto.

Nelson Mandela House

Located on Vilakazi Street, Nelson Mandela House is the former residence of South Africa’s first democratically elected president.

• Step inside the house where Nelson Mandela lived and see personal artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia that reflect his life and legacy.

• Entry to Nelson Mandela House is included, allowing you to explore the exhibits and learn about Mandela’s impact on the nation.

Apartheid Museum

The Apartheid Museum is dedicated to documenting South Africa’s history of segregation and the struggle for freedom.

• Walk through powerful exhibits that use photographs, film, and personal accounts to illustrate the rise and fall of apartheid.

• Your entry to the Apartheid Museum is included, giving you access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions as part of your guided city tour.

Wrapping up

At the end of your full-day guided tour, your guide will return you to your starting point in Johannesburg. This experience is designed for travelers with limited time who want to see the city’s top sights in one comprehensive day.