Johannesburg Heritage Tour Soweto Apartheid Museum and Court
Step into South Africa’s story—raw, powerful, and unforgettable. This guided tour through Johannesburg, Soweto, Constitution Hill, and the Apartheid Museum takes you beyond sightseeing—it brings you face-to-face with the country’s rich culture, turbulent history, and inspiring journey to freedom. Walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu, hear real stories of resilience, and witness the legacy that shaped modern South Africa.
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Johannesburg Heritage Tour Soweto Apartheid Museum and Court
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Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
Step into South Africa’s powerful journey from oppression to democracy with a visit to the Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct, one of Johannesburg’s most important and moving historical sites. Located on the site of a former prison complex, this now-transformed space is home to the Constitutional Court, the highest court in the land, and a living symbol of justice and human rights. Constitution Hill was once a place of pain and resistance, where political prisoners—including Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, and countless ordinary South Africans—were held during the apartheid era. Today, the site has been reborn as a museum, court, and educational space that honors the struggle for freedom and the triumph of the human spirit. Highlights include: Old Fort Prison Complex, Number Four, and the Women’s Jail Powerful exhibitions on political activism, racial injustice, and resilience The Constitutional Court, built with bricks from the old prison.
Apartheid Museum
Discover the deeply moving and unforgettable story of South Africa’s journey from racial oppression to democracy at the Apartheid Museum, a world-renowned institution located in Johannesburg. This must-visit museum offers a thought-provoking and emotional experience that traces the rise and fall of apartheid through powerful exhibits, multimedia displays, and personal narratives. From the moment you enter, you're immersed in the harsh realities of the apartheid era—beginning with a segregated entrance that immediately sets the tone. Inside, the museum presents a chronological journey through history, covering key events such as the implementation of apartheid laws, the resistance movement, the Rivonia Trial, and the birth of a democratic South Africa in 1994.
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
Opened on June 16, 2002, the museum stands just two blocks from the spot where 12‑year‑old Hector Pieterson was shot during the Soweto Uprising of 1976—a defining moment in South Africa’s anti‑apartheid struggle. It was the first dedicated museum built in Soweto and is located adjacent to the dramatic memorial statue and touching water feature. The museum presents a chronological story—from mounting discontent over Afrikaans language policies, to the peaceful student march, to the tragic violence and national aftermath. June 16 is now commemorated nationally as Youth Day. It explores broader themes such as student activism, international solidarity, shifts in apartheid policy, and the eventual path toward democracy.
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- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- professional and registered tour guide
- PERSONAL PURCHASES
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
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Please meet your guide at Holiday inn Rosebank Sandton ( South Africa ) at the Hop on and hop off bus— look for the guide wearing Green T-shirt with Roam Africa logo and a sign that reads ‘Soweto Tour. - Address: The Zone, Oxford Road, Rosebank Johannesburg 2196 If you're being picked up from a hotel: Be ready in your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before pickup time. Our vehicle will display a ROAM AFRICA logo( Logo as indicated on your tickets )
