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Experience the vibrant spirit of Johannesburg with an unforgettable city orientation, including a special visit to Soweto. Explore the historic streets and rich culture of this iconic township, and pay tribute at the Hector Pieterson Museum, a moving memorial honoring the brave youth who stood against apartheid. Learn the powerful story behind the iconic photograph of Hector Pieterson, a symbol of courage and resilience, and reflect on the legacy commemorated every year on National Youth Day. This is a must-see stop that combines history, culture, and inspiration in one memorable experience.
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa, by population and is also known as Jozi or Joburg. There are plenty of historic and attractive sites in Joburg like the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill or the Hector Pieterson Museum.
Soweto is considered the biggest township in South Africa. It has been estimated that 40% of Johannesburg's residents live in Soweto. Nelson Mandela lived in Soweto from 1946 until 1961.
The Hector Pieterson Museum, situated in Soweto, commemorate the role of the country’s students in the struggle against apartheid. The commemorative site is just a few blocks from where 12-year-old Hector Pieterson was shot in 1976.
Please give us your accommodation address so we can arrange your pickup on time. Kindly note we do not pick-up from Hotels within the OR Tambo Airport District and Kempton Park on scheduled tours.
Soweto & Johannesburg Half Day Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $99 per person for this Pretoria experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
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The experience is available in DE, EN, FR.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Paschal was fantastic! What an amazing experience… The insights… The knowledge and the facts about everything going on in such a beautiful country and city were just amazing… it was so much more than we bargained for we absolutely loved it!
Jim was amazing, recommend it because it’s safe but still shows you a lot of the real Joburg city experience
Our tour (March 5th, 2024) was a great window into the lives of people in Johannesburg and Soweto…our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the history, politics and living situations of the citizens here. The disparity between the very wealthy and those living in extreme poverty is shocking and eye opening. The politics and history of apartheid resulting in the Freedom Charter is both fascinating and appalling to those of us who live very privileged lives worlds away. Excellent experience!
Patrick was great tour guide and went out of his way tour everything . Went all parts of Johannesburg and Swetto
Our driver and guide was very good and always care snout our safety. Very punctual and good in english communication. Better than what was expected.
The entire tours of Johannesburg and Soweto were fabulous! Our guide James has an overwhelming amount of knowledge of the two. His personal knowledge of the people, culture, history and languages just blew us away. It also helped that he knew so many people along those routes. We really felt comfortable with him and he did everything that we asked of him. What a wonderful host. From the moment he saw us, we were like family. Very professional and conscientious about the work he does and he wants everyone to take a wealth of knowledge back to their homes. James, thanks for the experience of a life time. We will return to South Africa because of you.
We were on a half day tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Our guide, James, was phenomenal and exceptionally knowledgeable. He didn’t just speak facts but he told stories and offered insight into the past as well as the present. Conversation with James was often light but also deep. At times we laughed and other times we were moved to tears. Anyone who has the opportunity to take this tour with James is extremely fortunate. He will forever be in our hearts.
We had so much fun on this tour! Our tour guide, Sana, was so knowledgeable and gave us a great background on Johannesburg and Soweto’s history. We had a great day!
our guide, James, gave us very good history of Johannesburg. He took us to areas not commonly visited by tourists
We enjoyed our tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Phil was a great guide! Super knowledgeable, friendly and nice.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soweto & Johannesburg Half Day Tour | 5 hours | 4.7 (38) | $99 | |
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