Soweto is a township within the Johannesburg metropolitan municipality in Gauteng, South Africa. Here, you'll experience the profound history of South Africa's past.
The Apartheid Museum offers insights into the struggles South Africa endured throughout the 20th century.
You'll have the chance to see the homes of Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu in Soweto.
Enjoy a walking tour on Vilakazi Street in Soweto, the world's only street where two Nobel Peace Prize laureates resided.
✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off✓ All Fees and Taxes✓ Air-conditioned vehicle1 Apartheid Museum
Duration: 2 hours
Admission included
The Apartheid Museum illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid. Please note that currently, the Apartheid Museum opens from Wednesday to Sunday.
· 2 h · Admission included
2 Vilakazi Street
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission not included
Vilakazi Street is the only street in the world where you will see the houses of two Nobel Peace Prize laureates lived. Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela.
· 30 min · Admission not included
3 Mandela House
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission included
Mandela House is the house that Nelson Mandela lived from 1946 to 1964 in Soweto.
· 30 min · Admission included
4 Hector Pieterson Memorial
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission included
Hector Pieterson Memorial Place is dedicated to commemorating the role of students in the fight against Apartheid in South Africa in 1976.
· 30 min · Admission included
5 Soweto
Duration: 1 hour
Soweto is the largest and most famous township. Soweto has transformed from an oppressed and segregated township into an iconic international destination. Highlights include Orlando Towers, Freedom Square, Nelson Mandela House, and Desmond Tutu House.
· 1 h
Your mobile or paper ticket is accepted. One ticket is required per booking.
We offer pickups from Hotels, Guest Houses, and Residential addresses.
Please note that we do not provide pickups from Pretoria for this tour.
This is a hop-on hop-off tour with stops near the cruise port.
Hotel pickups typically begin 30 to 60 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Please note that timings are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Infants must sit on an adult’s lap. This tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The dress code for this tour is casual. Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum Pickup service is included. Wear comfortable shoes for walking tours. Bring a camera to capture the historical sites. Allow for potential traffic delays affecting pickup times. Check the museum's opening days (Wednesday to Sunday). Be prepared for an emotionally impactful experience at the Apartheid Museum. For a full refund, please ensure you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 9076P7
Activity offered by Solly via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center History enthusiasts Cultural explorers Families Travelers interested in social history Explore the historic Soweto township. Visit the Apartheid Museum. See Nelson Mandela's former home. Walk down Vilakazi Street, a unique global landmark. Learn about South Africa's past. Comfortable travel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Population 4,803,262 (2022)
Elevation 1,753 m
Currency rand
Driving on the left
Power plugs C, D, N · 230 V
Emergency number 112 Average temperatures 22° Jan 21° Feb 20° Mar 17° Apr 13° May 10° Jun 10° Jul 13° Aug 17° Sept 20° Oct 21° Nov 21° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the tour? + The tour lasts approximately 4 to 5 hours.
Is pickup included? + Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for hotels, guest houses, and residential addresses within Johannesburg. Pickups from Pretoria are not available.
What is the maximum group size? + The maximum group size for this tour is 40 people.
Are there any age restrictions? + Infants must sit on an adult's lap, and children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What happens if it rains? + The tour will not be canceled due to bad weather.
Can I get a refund if I cancel? + Yes, you can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Pleasant and informative visit with Lebo as an excellent guide.
Voyagemania, October 2026
The visit was excellent. The company checked with us the day before to confirm our pick up time. The guide was excellent, friendly, kind and caring.
The visit at Soweto was really worth it. The museum visit reminded us how hard apartheid was and what people went through.
I strongly recommend this tour operator.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Sowetto
M7273IEheatherr, October 2026
Very interesting, informative and eye opening tour through Sowetto.
Our guide Lebo was friendly and very knowledgable! An excellent host and a wise head on young shoulders.
★★★★★ Viator review
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Kathleen_B, October 2026
This tour was excellent. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. It exceeded our expectations.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Not to be missed!
JudyH410, October 2026
We had a little snafu regarding pickup time but Solly, the company owner, came and picked us up after we missed the original driver and took us to meet Brian 's tour group. We really appreciated this and had a great tour with Brian. The tours of Soweto and the Apartheid Museum are sad in their respective ways but we feel these are important aspects of South Africa and its' history and are not to be missed. Thank you Brian and Solly!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fabulous tour!!
Vikmolsen, October 2026
A great tour. The guide was very informative and friendly.
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