The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) Johannesburg, South Africa
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Tour is led by local guides - griots, who are from the local communities and understand Maboneng very well from inception to its evolution and what the future of Johannesburg will become.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Private transportation
  • Food and Drinks

What to expect

Visit the ever-evolving creative neighborhood of MABONENG a seSotho word meaning a place of light. Learn about the entrepreneurial spirit of this urban regenerated ecosystem, marvel the street art murals that beautify the walls and immerse in this vibrant culture.

Here you will learn & visit spaces like The Cosmopolitan, one of the most elegant heritage buildings in downtown Johannesburg. Built in 1899, it was opened as a hotel and bar in 1902. If walls could speak, many many tales here!

Venture over to the Drive-lines Development, a new urban development that uses upcycled shipping containers as affordable housing. From here you’ll walk over to the Mandela mural. Walls create barriers & the public art breaks these barriers, marvel Nelson Makamo's murals in an open air museum.
Stop for a visit at Arts On Main, home to South Africa's most celebrated artist William Kentridge, now also a home for his foundation -The Center For The Les Good Idea.
Shop at the Kwa Mai-Mai Traditional Healers Market, said to be one of the oldest in the city. Round off your shopping spree at The Collectors Treasure, the largest second-hand bookstore in the southern hemisphere.

  1. Arts on Main
  2. I was shot in Joburg

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

All tours meet at 302 Fox Street at 15:00 Monday to Friday. Group pickups can be arranged in advance at select pick up location by email reservation.

End point

All tours meet at 302 Fox Street at 15:00 Monday to Friday. Group pickups can be arranged in advance at select pick up location by email reservation.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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