Johannesburg Gold Walk Discover the City Hidden History

Johannesburg, South Africa
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the historic heart of Johannesburg on a captivating 3.5-hour walking tour. Begin your journey at Mary Fitzgerald Square, where vibrant jazz murals and the legend of “Pick Handle Mary” set the stage for an adventure through the city’s rich past. Wander bustling market streets, admire Art Deco architecture, and uncover the origins of Johannesburg near the South Gauteng High Court. This tour also includes a visit to a hidden gold mine stope, where the gold rush began, concluding at the iconic law offices of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo.

- Duration: 3.5 hours of immersive historical exploration
- Start at Newtown Junction with safe parking available
- Visit significant landmarks including Gandhi Square,Chancelor House, Kerk street market and the Anglo American Campus

What's included

  • Coffee / tea at the halfway stop
  • Snacks
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Standard Bank Gallery
    20m
    Old mine tunnel - tracing the origins of Johannesburg
  2. Gandhi Square
    30m
    Trace the Johannesburg footsteps of the legendary Mahatma Gandhi

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We met in front of the McDonald's (close to the fountains) at Newtown Junction Mall.

End point

We met in front of the McDonald's (close to the fountains) at Newtown Junction Mall.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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