Soweto Tour with Traditional South African Lunch

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• Maboneng Precinct (Pass by)

  Find out more about Maboneng and the rich history behind it as our meet up point

  Admission ticket free
• Gold Reef City (Pass by)

  Gold Reef City is a popular entertainment and theme park in Johannesburg, built on an old gold mine that operated during the 1886 gold rush. The whole place is designed to look like Johannesburg in the early mining days, with old-style buildings, mine shafts, and real mining equipment. Visitors can enjoy fun rides, roller coasters, family attractions, and even go on an underground mine tour to see how miners worked more than 100 years ago. It’s a place where you can learn about Joburg’s gold-mining history while having a full day of fun, food, and entertainment.

  Admission ticket free
• 1
  Mandela House

  Discover Mandela House on Vilakazi Street in Soweto is the former home of Nelson Mandela where visitors can see his original family home and learn about his life before and after prison, his role in the fight against apartheid, and the important history of Soweto. The house still has real photos, furniture, and personal items that help tell Mandela’s story in a clear and meaningful way, making it a short but powerful stop on any tour. more on the rich heritage of Soweto. were you will learn everything possible about what took place in Soweto history.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

  The Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum in Soweto tells the story of the 1976 Student Uprising, where 12-year-old Hector Pieterson became a symbol of the struggle for freedom in South Africa. Visitors learn about the events of June 16, the bravery of the students who protested against apartheid education, and how their actions helped change the country. The museum uses photos, videos, and personal stories to give a clear and emotional understanding of what happened that day and why it remains an important part of South Africa’s history.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Soweto

  Travellers visiting Soweto will explore famous places like Vilakazi Street, where Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu once lived, the Hector Pieterson Memorial, and key spots linked to the 1976 uprising. They will see local markets, colourful street art, buzzing shebeens, and everyday township life. From historic monuments to vibrant culture, music, food, and warm community energy, Soweto gives visitors a real and meaningful look into South Africa’s past and present.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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