Full Day
Soweto and Apartheid Museum

DURATION: 9 hours

AVAILABILITY: Daily – except on New Year’s Day, Good Friday & Christmas Day.

PICK-UP TIME: 9:00

MEALS: Snack Packs Available On Request

ENTRANCE FEES: Apartheid Museum included
(PLEASE NOTE – not all attractions on this tour are open every day)

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

About Soweto

The Full Day Soweto and Apartheid Museum Tour takes you into the heart of one of South Africa’s most historic and influential townships. Soweto, which stands for South Western Townships, developed under apartheid-era segregation and quickly became a symbol of resistance, resilience, and cultural identity. Today, it remains a vibrant community filled with heritage sites, local businesses, and a strong sense of pride.

Moreover, Soweto offers visitors an authentic window into everyday South African life. From historic streets to lively neighbourhoods, each area reflects a powerful story of struggle and transformation. As a result, Soweto continues to be one of Johannesburg’s most meaningful and visited destinations.

About the Apartheid Museum

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

Furthermore, the museum highlights the courage of individuals who fought for equality and justice. Consequently, it delivers an emotional and educational experience that leaves a lasting impact on every visitor. Therefore, it is considered an essential stop on any Johannesburg cultural itinerary.

Tour Description

Our Full Day Soweto and Apartheid Museum Tour combines the cultural richness of Soweto with the powerful history of the Apartheid Museum. First, you explore key heritage sites in Soweto and learn about the people and events that shaped South Africa’s freedom struggle. Afterwards, you continue to the Apartheid Museum, where you experience a detailed and moving account of the country’s transformation.

Along the way, your experienced guide shares insightful stories that connect history with present-day life. In addition, you enjoy the opportunity to experience local township culture and cuisine. Therefore, this tour offers a well-balanced and unforgettable journey through South Africa’s past and present.

Tour Highlights

Explore the vibrant streets and cultural landmarks of Soweto.
Visit Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world that was home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners.
Discover Mandela House and learn about the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela.
Visit the Hector Pieterson Museum and learn about the 1976 Soweto Uprising.
Stop at Regina Mundi Church, an important site in the anti-apartheid struggle.
Explore Walter Sisulu Square in Kliptown, where the Freedom Charter was adopted.
Experience authentic township life and local hospitality in Soweto.
Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local Soweto restaurant.
Visit the internationally acclaimed Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg.
Gain a deeper understanding of South Africa’s journey from apartheid to democracy.

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
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