Experience the beating heart of South Africa’s most famous township on a half-day guided tour of Soweto. Feel the vibrant spirit of a community that continues to inspire the world.

PRICE: $79
per person

 

Discover Soweto, the soul of South Africa. Just a short drive from Johannesburg, this half-day tour offers an authentic glimpse into the country’s past and present. Begin your journey passing the impressive FNB Stadium, host of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final, before entering the vibrant streets of Diepkloof and Orlando.

Stop at Orlando Towers, a striking landmark that now stands as a beacon of art and adventure. Continue to Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world to have housed two Nobel Peace Prize laureates Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Visit the Hector Pieterson Museum, commemorating the students who sparked the 1976 Soweto Uprising, and explore Regina Mundi Church, a place of refuge and resistance during apartheid.

Throughout the tour, your guide brings history to life with personal stories, local knowledge, and cultural insights. End your visit with an appreciation for Soweto’s resilience and the warm, welcoming people who call it home.

Visit the Orlando Towers, a symbol of Soweto’s urban creativity
Walk down Vilakazi Street, home to both Nelson Mandela & Desmond Tutu
Explore the Hector Pieterson Museum & Memorial
Discover the powerful history at Regina Mundi Church
Learn Soweto’s story from a local professional guide

Pick-up and drop-off at your address (hotel / private residential)
Fully guided tour
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional, local guide
Bottled water
All entrance fees
Lunch
Beverages (sodas, alcohol, juice)
Anything that is not mentioned on itinerary

 

This is just one of the many unforgettable experiences the South Africa has to offer. Discover more tours, hidden gems, and must-see spots in Cape Town, and Johannesburg or on our complete South Africa guide.