Soweto half day Tour

5.0 (105 reviews) Johannesburg, South Africa
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Overview

Enjoy a half day tour through South Africa’s largest and most famous township.

Understand the origins of the township along with the current “kasi” life before walking in the steps of legends - Nobel peace prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu at their houses in Vilakazi Street.

This Stephenson Adventures Soweto tour will transport you from South Africa’s dark past to our triumphant present day.

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Soweto Half Day Tour (Private)

Hotels | Private Residentials : Pickup around Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas.
The guide will meet you at the gate or reception of your hotel.
Private Tour
Duration: 4 hours
As per number of people : We use different types vehicles depending on the number of people you are booking for.
Pickup included

Group Tour Rate

Pickup included

What's included

  • Pickup & Drop offs from any Hotel around Jhb or Pretoria
  • Bottled water
  • * Escorted with a Qualified Guide throughout the whole trip
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Soda/Pop
  • Alcoholic Beverages

What to expect

  1. FNB Stadium
    15m
    On your way to Soweto you will pass the largest stadium (Soccer City) which hosted the opening and closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the stadium has been the centre of historic events. The unique design of the stadium is highly regarded internationally.
  2. Diepkloof Park
    15m
    Understand the origins of the township of Soweto along with the current “kasi” life before walking in the steps of legends - Nobel peace prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu at their houses in Vilakazi Street.
  3. Orlando Towers
    20m
    Orlando Towers have become one of the most distinctive landmarks in the neighborhood of Soweto Township.
  4. Vilakazi Street
    45m
    Visit Nobel peace prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu houses in Vilakazi Street the famous street in South Africa.
  5. Mandela House
    30m
    It is the house where former South African president Nelson Mandela Lived. Now, No. 8115 has been entrenched as one of South Africa's most significant heritage sites because it tells the tales, in sound, film, interpretive panels and guided tours.
  6. Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
    30m
    Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial site is a National heritage site not far from the spot where a 13 year-old Hector was shot on the 16 June 1976 during the Soweto Uprising that today is a symbol of resistance to the brutality of the apartheid government.
  7. Regina Mundi Catholic Church
    15m
    Tour at "the people's church" Regina Mundi church a pivotal role in the township's history of resistance against the apartheid.
  8. 15m
    Squatter camp tour (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
FNB Stadium
Gate B, Soccer City Avenue,, Johannesburg, 2147, South Africa
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End point
FNB Stadium
Gate B, Soccer City Avenue,, Johannesburg, 2147, South Africa
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Pickup details

We pick-up around Johannesburg, Pretoria, OR Tambo international airport and surrounding areas.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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