Authentic Soweto Half-Day Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Vilakazi Street, Nelson Mandela's former home
- Visit the Apartheid Museum for historical insights
- See the Hector Pieterson Memorial honoring youth activists
- Experience authentic local culture and cuisine
- Learn about Soweto's rich history and transformation
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Johannesburg or Pretoria
- Expert local guide
- Visit to Vilakazi Street, home to Nelson Mandela's former residence
- Tour of the Apartheid Museum
- Exploration of the Hector Pieterson Memorial
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
On our way to Soweto we pass by the National Football Stadium, which hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the World Cup 2010. We enter the Diepkloof area, where we will take a walk past vendors selling just about anything.
We set off to the heart of Soweto, driving past Baragwanath Hospital, an enormous taxi rank and the historic suburb of Diepkloof.
Our first stop in Soweto is at Motsoaledi informal settlement. Walk through the sand streets with your guide past local dwellings and a typical informal settlement day care that MoAfrika Tours and all travelers sponsor by visiting through us. Greet and meet the people in the settlement and learn more about their way of life.
We continue on through Orlando West to the hub of Soweto. We stop outside Regina Mundi Church and Freedom Square for a quick overview.
Walter Sisulu Square (Freedom Square), formally known as the Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication, is located in the heart of Kliptown in Soweto, South Africa.
The Hector Pieterson Museum is a large museum located in Orlando West, Soweto, South Africa, two blocks away from where Hector Pieterson was shot and killed 16 June 1976. The Hector Pieterson Museum is currently closed due to COVID 19 regulations this site will be viewed from the outside with a full description from your guide.
We make our 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)
The morning ends 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)
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is wheelchair accessible; please inform us in advance for any special accommodations.
- Stroller accessibility is available; please notify us ahead of time.
- Service animals are allowed; please inform us when booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a camera to capture the vibrant street art and landmarks.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Wheelchair Accessible
Good to know
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveler reviews
Exceptional Service from Sibu — Patient, Professional, and Knowledgeable
We had an outstanding experience with Sibu as our driver from Johannesburg Airport to Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge. After our flight from Accra to Johannesburg, one of our bags didn’t arrive, and Sibu was incredibly patient, flexible, and went out of his way to assist us while we worked through the situation. The drive itself was excellent. Sibu shared a wealth of knowledge about South African history and offered great recommendations on places to visit while in South Africa, which made the 2.5-hour trip both informative and enjoyable. He also thoughtfully stopped halfway so we could stretch and use the facilities—small touch, big difference after a long travel day. The van was newer, very clean, and clearly well maintained. If you’re looking for a dependable, professional driver who truly cares about your experience, we highly recommend Sibu.
Hector Peterson museum was an emotional but needed experience to be reminded that our freedom didn't come cheap.
Our tour guide Tinyiko was knowledgeable on steriods. Really learned new things dispite being a local. Will absolutely recommend the tour and Mo-Afrika.
Superb and informative
It was a great experience, I had lots of fun with Tinyiko. The whole experience was very informative. The food at Sakhumzi was wonderful.
The tour was informative, eye opener and educational. I wish to do it more often.
I enjoyed the tour a lot. Tour guard namely Tinyiko was also sharing clear history information that made sense, educational and informative. Our history is sad but rich at the same time which needs to be thought in our school and not only on tours.
120/120
Tinyiko the Tour guide was knowledgeable about the history of the city I really enjoyed and r Tressued all his teachings the tour was amazing and food was Devine