SOWETO: much more than just museums! Engaging while giving back

5.0 (62 reviews) Johannesburg, South Africa
Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Soweto is huge: a full day is needed. The most authentic Soweto tour on offer, often featured in local media. Many Soweto tours are covering the same sights in large groups. EENBLOND AFRICA do things differently. We believe in treating tourists as guests, and prefer to share current day Soweto; let you experience life as it is lived today, the culture, and meet regular local people without ignoring the importance of past events and the fascinating history. Your guides are local and well known and loved in Soweto. We also use additional Sowetan guides to give you a varied experience. We support local communities and entrepreneurs. More than 50% of your tour price goes back to the community. I don't support poverty tourism.
Book now if you don't want a rushed experience, but rather spend a warm, immersive day in a very interesting and friendly city. We would love to share Soweto with you over drinks, walking and lots of chatting.
Local guides, transfers and admission fees included.

What's included

  • All tour guides used are paid by Eenblond TOURS
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee to Mandela House
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • A glass of traditional beer
  • Lunch and any additional beer or drinks excluded
  • Tips to local performers, dancers and guides (optional)

What to expect

  1. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Come revel at these beautiful towers with the largest murals in Africa, or do a bungee jump form the top! A favourite stop on tour.
  2. Vilakazi Street
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The only street in the world that once housed two Nobel Peace Prize Winners! Come shop from the many street stalls and just take in the vibe.
  3. Mandela House
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Come see where Nelson Mandela lived in Soweto. A beautiful little museum where you can learn about this giant of a man.
  4. Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
    30m
    You will meet local guide Mlungisi, who will share the story of Hector and June 16 in his emotional, engaging manner. Afterwards we take a short walk with Mlungisi through Orlando to the famous Vilakazi Street.
  5. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Experience the historic hood with all it's street art and friendly locals with a local
  6. FNB Stadium
    10m
    Our beautiful soccer stadiym
  7. 30m
    Introduction to cultures, greetings, history over a coffee
  8. Walter Sisulu Square
    5m
    Story of our Freedom Charter
  9. 1h
    Best lunch in Soweto!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In The parking area in front of the hotel/ Only for guests staying outside our pick up areas

End point

In The parking area in front of the hotel/ Only for guests staying outside our pick up areas

Pickup details

Pick up within Rosebank and The Parks are included. Kindly supply us with your pick up location upon booking. Pick up from airports, Sandton or far out suburbs or Pretoria carries an additional charge. Pick up times may vary. Kindly note that we offer an additional airport pick up service. Lux and very convenient. Feel free to contact me for details. Highly recommended to book accommodation in Rosebank

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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