Soweto Township Tours
What Makes Your Soweto & Johannesburg Tour Unique
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Real Stories from Real People We don’t just visit places—you’ll meet people who lived through the history: Walk through Vilakazi Street with a guide who grew up there. Hear firsthand accounts of life during apartheid from former activists or residents. Visit iconic landmarks like Hector Pieterson Museum or Constitution Hill with storytelling that goes beyond the textbook.
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Personalized, Inclusive Experiences Tours designed for all types of travelers—solo adventurers, curious families, and energetic groups. Flexible itineraries with options to adjust based on interest and pace. Guides who are not only knowledgeable but make you feel safe, welcome, and inspired.
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Exclusive Access & Local Impact A portion of tour fees supports education and skills training in local communities.
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Soweto Township Tours
Pickup included
What's included in Soweto Township Tours
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Johannesburg FortPass-by Only
Experience the Heartbeat of South Africa Discover the vibrant soul of South Africa with our immersive Johannesburg and Soweto Tour — a perfect blend of history, culture, and local life. Join us as we journey through the City of Gold and into the powerful story of Soweto, the township that helped shape a nation. Johannesburg, often called Joburg or Jozi, is South Africa’s largest city and the beating heart of its economy. Known as the "City of Gold", it was founded in 1886 after the discovery of gold on the Witwatersrand — sparking one of the world’s biggest gold rushes and transforming the city into a thriving metropolis. Today, Johannesburg is a vibrant blend of contrasts: o Modern skyscrapers and historic buildings o Cosmopolitan neighborhoods and culturally rich townships o A place where art, fashion, music, and history intersect It’s also a city of resilience and transformation, central to South Africa's political journey, especially during and after apartheid.
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
Constitution Hill – A Symbol of Freedom and Justice Constitution Hill is one of Johannesburg’s most powerful and important landmarks — a place where South Africa's painful past and hopeful future meet. Located in the heart of the city, Constitution Hill was once home to a notorious prison complex where political activists, including Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, were incarcerated. Known as the Old Fort Prison Complex, it stood as a brutal reminder of the oppression faced during apartheid and colonial times. But today, Constitution Hill tells a different story. It is now the site of South Africa’s Constitutional Court, the highest court in the land, dedicated to protecting the rights and freedoms of all its people. The court building itself is rich in symbolism and built using bricks from the demolished prison — showing how justice has risen from injustice.
NewtownPass-by Only
4. Mary Fitzgerald square A Meeting Place Rooted in History Originally known as Aaron’s Ground, this open plaza was where early 20th-century labourers and strikers gathered. In 1939, it was officially renamed in honour of Mary "Pickhandle" Fitzgerald, South Africa’s first female trade unionist. A fearless advocate for workers’ rights, she led key mining strikes and later became Johannesburg’s first woman councillor and deputy mayor
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Museum entrances
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Kindly share your hotel name and address for pick up and drop off. Transportation is included on the fees.
