Full Day
Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum

DURATION: 7 – 8 hours

AVAILABILITY: Daily – except on New Year’s Day, Good Friday & Christmas Day (some attractions may be closed on other public holidays).

PICK-UP TIME: 9:00

MEALS: Not included

ENTRANCE FEES: Included for Constitution Hill; Carlton Centre Viewing Deck and Apartheid Museum

COST: R1,490 per person (2 people minimum)

About Johannesburg

The Full Day Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Tour introduces you to the dynamic heart of South Africa’s economic and cultural capital. Johannesburg, often called the City of Gold, grew rapidly after the discovery of gold in the late 19th century. Today, it is a vibrant metropolis that blends modern development with deep historical significance.

Moreover, Johannesburg offers a striking contrast between its bustling inner city, historic landmarks, and rapidly evolving urban districts. As you travel through the city, you experience its transformation from a mining settlement into a world-class African city. Therefore, Johannesburg remains an essential destination for visitors who want to understand South Africa’s urban and political history.

About the Apartheid Museum

The Apartheid Museum is one of South Africa’s most powerful and internationally recognised heritage attractions. Located in Johannesburg, it documents the rise and fall of apartheid through immersive exhibits, photographs, films, and personal stories. As you move through the museum, you gain a clear understanding of the country’s painful past and its journey toward democracy.

Furthermore, the museum highlights the courage of those who fought for justice and equality. Consequently, it provides an emotional and educational experience that leaves a lasting impression. In addition, many visitors consider it one of the most important cultural sites in South Africa.

Tour Description

Our Full Day Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Tour combines the highlights of the city with a profound visit to the world-renowned Apartheid Museum. First, you explore key landmarks across Johannesburg and learn about its origins in the gold mining era. Afterwards, you continue to the museum, where you discover the detailed history of apartheid and South Africa’s transition to democracy.

Along the way, your experienced guide shares meaningful insights that connect Johannesburg’s development to the broader national story. In addition, you gain time to explore the museum exhibits at your own pace. Therefore, this tour offers a balanced and insightful experience of history, culture, and urban life.

Tour Highlights

Discover Johannesburg’s most important historical and cultural landmarks.
Learn about the city’s gold mining origins and rapid urban growth.
Visit Constitution Hill and gain insight into South Africa’s judicial history.
Drive through key inner-city districts and experience Johannesburg’s urban energy.
Cross the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge and explore the Newtown cultural precinct.
See architectural landmarks that reflect both historic and modern Johannesburg.
Visit the internationally acclaimed Apartheid Museum.
Explore powerful exhibits, photographs, and films documenting apartheid history.
Gain a deeper understanding of South Africa’s transition to democracy.
Learn from an experienced guide who brings history and context to life.

TwixUK

Super personalised tour Having reached out from abroad, Peter from the off-set showed real personal service in wanting to help us achieve our goals for our trip, taking into account personal elements around interest, mobility and complete flexibility. (Others were the opposite). So much so, when in SA, our plans shifted immediately due to a family emergency. Peter immediately rescheduled to suit and adapted the day tour for us. On meeting him in person we were confident in our choice and had a wonderful morning together exploring Soweto, with Peter kindly fetching us from our accommodation and dropping us to meet family. Interesting, patient, informative and kind - highly recommend Peter.

Grace F

Excellent, highly recommend! Fantastic personal Soweto tour. Peter is a delightful, friendly local gentleman full of as much interesting information as you would like to absorb. My daughter and I were were very interested (my teenage son was zoned out on his phone but that wasn't to do with the tour or Peter). We felt safe and well informed. Had opportunity to take plenty of pictures.

Norice F

Touring with kindness and knowledge. The touring experience to Soweto, Johannesburg and Sandton was great and the tour person was very knowledgeable of the history. The price was also fair and reasonable. The time used allowed us to do all the activities we needed.

Erasmo R

Excelent, Highly Recommended We traveled with Peter in Johannesburg and Soweto. My wife and I spent an excellent day. Peter knows a lot about history and generously shared his knowledge with us. At the end of the tour, he even helped us look for a suitcase for our trip. Excellent. Highly recommended.

Sterre P

Learned a lot We did the Soweto tour with Peter. Very interesting tour - fully what you can expect. When booking, Peter was quick in reaction. He delivered according to what was agreed. We had a very intresting talk on society of South Africa - on which Peter was very open and informative. Clearly a guide who has thought things through. We learned a lot!

GeoffcN

Fantastic private tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Went on a full day tour of Johannesburg and Soweto with Peter. Communications were good and Peter arrived to pick us up from our hotel right on time. Peter was so knowledgeable, having run his own travel business for many years. After touring the main sights and seeing several differing districts of Joburg it was off to Soweto. We had lunch at a local restaurant before going on to see Nelson Mandelas house on other sights in the township. Peter was so friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble to him.

travisisrael

Half day private tour to Soweto We had an excellent experience with Mashaba tours. Very informative and interesting day. The guide was on time , the vehicle was comfortable and clean.

Getaway53661145327

Thorough, detailed, fun and emotional Highly highly recommend Mashaba Tours. Professional informative and safe. Louis our guide was exceptional and made the tour an experience we will forever remember.

gl893

Great day tour! We went on a combined Jburg and Soweto day trip with Mashaba. Our guide, Peter, was great. He was easy-going, customer oriented and able to provide additional information around the places that we visited. Very recommended!

Lesley W

An amazing cheetah experience Peter organised a tour for a group of our friends to de Wildt Cheetah Reserve. Peter and David were gracious hosts, getting us there on time for the early morning Cheetah run. Peter joined in the activities and game drive with us and his gentle and friendly naure added to everybody's experience. I would highly recommend Mashaba Tours.

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Full Day
Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum