Soweto Township Full Day Tour
4.7
Soweto Township Full Day Tour
By CURIOCITY Joburg Tours
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Soweto is an urban settlement or 'township' in South Africa, southwest of Johannesburg; with a population of approximately 1.3 million.
Soweto became the largest Black city in South Africa, but until 1976 its population could have status only as temporary residents, serving as a workforce for Johannesburg.
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Ages 3-75, max of 15 per group
Duration: 8h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Apartheid Museum
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Start:
- 302 Fox St, Jeppestown, Johannesburg, 2043, South AfricaCuriocity Backpackers
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 106727P6- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 106727P6
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- 302 Fox St, Jeppestown, Johannesburg, 2043, South AfricaCuriocity Backpackers
- Pass byFNB StadiumHector Pieterson MemorialVilakazi Street
- 1The Apartheid Museum opened in 2001 and is acknowledged as the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with 20th century South Africa, at the heart of which is the apartheid story.
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- theinnocentsabroadb0 contributionsExcellent and informative Inner City tourGuide Kaiser was a character;-) Very full of useful information and I felt completely safe eventhough we were just 2. Thanks!Written 13 March 2025
- manonchevalier170 contributionsBeautiful Maboneng street art tourI visited the Maboneng district, the Johannesburg's most "hipster, creative and colored" area, according to my amazing guide ! I saw a lots of beautiful street arts, and the HallMark building, which offers a 360° view of Johannesburg. Thank you to my guide Kaiser, the best in town !Written 16 February 2025
- manonchevalier170 contributionsA great tour with a perfect guide !Such a great tour ! The guide is wonderful, it is his neightborhood, he knows the history of it and his way of telling us was great and really understandable (even for not-native english speaker). I learned so much, it was really interesting, I'm so grateful! We've also visited the Mandela House and have taken a lunch in a restaurant (big sandwich!)Written 16 February 2025
- John E0 contributionsExcellent of beat tour of Maboneng and JohannesburgThis walking tour starts and ends in Maboneng and takes about 4 hours - but the time flies by. Kaiser was an excellent and fun guide who took us through the developing "hip" streets of Maboneng to the City Centre and on to New Town and Market Square. Saw interesting street art, enjoyed great views of the city, Nelson Mandela's old law office and were told about the city's history, apartheid and liberation. A great way to see the city.. Would.highly recommend this tour which also supports a youth employment program- Joburg tourist ambassadors. Learned a lot about the experiences and aspirations of young South Africans speaking.to them. Don't.miss it if you are in JohannesburgWritten 30 January 2025
- T7638MSaudreya0 contributionsSuperb TourKaiser was an amazing and knowledgeable tour guide! I learned so much, and I was able to see parts of the city that I didn't see on my previous visit.Written 26 January 2025
- Jomumjo0 contributionsDon't be put off doing this walking tour by locals who haven't experienced it for themselves.For someone who grew up in Johannesburg and has lived overseas for many years, a walk through the inner city was the perfect way to see how things have changed. Arriving with warnings from locals ringing in my ears, i was anxious, but our guide, Ikoh, put us - me and two family members who live in Johannesburg- at ease from the start. A second guide followed behind. We felt safe at all times. Seeing Maboneng, learning how the rejuvenation of the area started and is continuing, was eye-opening. Venturing into the CBD, past the offices of Anglo American and the old Carlton Hotel, and seeing where Mandela and Thambo worked all added to the experience. I recommend this walking tour to locals, who will be surprised by what they see. Visitors from overseas will be fascinated by this walking tour.Written 22 January 2025
- CarlA11360 contributionsAn eye-opening tour of JoburgI had a great walking tour of Johannesburg with Ikoh. He was exceptional. The tour started in the creative hub of town called Maboneng. The other guests and I learned about its unique character and from there walked through the hustle and bustle of the CBD. We had a short stop at a cafe and ended the tour at the west end of downtown next to the Mining District at Mandela’s former law firm. I learned so much from this tour: the history of the city, its challenges and how it has evolved to the present. The tour was informative, safe, and eye-opening. Go ahead and book this tour. You will love it and leave the tour with a deep appreciation of Johannesburg!Written 21 January 2025
- chloewE6030RX0 contributionsWalking tourWas really good to see more of the city as I was only staying for 1 night so this helped me see as much as I could. Kaiser was the best guide :) Thank youWritten 5 January 2025
- michaelarZ4005WN0 contributionsGreat cycle tourGreat tour to experience Johannesburg differently and get an insight in the city's history. Our guide gave us very interesting information.Written 29 December 2024
- 428marleyb0 contributionsSmashing soweto half day tour with curiocity hostelKaiser was an amazing tour guide, talking us all through the history of soweto, making us laugh throughout, taking us to local restaurants introducing the cuisine and always making us feel safe. Ontop he even made us hail the local bus service to give us the full african experience rather than take a shuttle bus. My first but an amazing tour overall, thank you kaiserWritten 20 December 2024
- 479franziskah0 contributionsHighly recommendedLoved the tour and our wonderful guide. Got a great overview of the historic importance of Soweto. Highly recommend that tour.Written 24 November 2024
- SamArnot640 contributionsGood tourVery thorough guide throughout the golden triangle of the city, rich in information and culture this is a must do tour. -samWritten 17 November 2024
- SamArnot640 contributionsGood tourThis Soweto half day tour was an extensive and enlightening tour of the Soweto area delivered by friendly and educated guidesWritten 17 November 2024
- 212barthd0 contributionsNice tourSuch a nice tour with a thrue local guide. He will give u a lot of fun and hystorcal facts. You really feel secure and confortable.Written 10 November 2024
- C8362CKcharlottep0 contributionsThe best Soweto tourHad the best time on this tour with our amazing guide Kaizer! We got to see everything Soweto had to offer, learn about it’s history and meet many great people. Would highly recommendWritten 8 November 2024
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Birhane Gebru G
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia14 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
I stayed at Curiousity and did Soweto full day trip and Apartheid museum with an awesome brother Kaizer. He not only knowledgeable about what he does but makes your stay in the neighborhood full of joy. Had a chance to meet a grand son of Dr Vilagazi because of him Sipho Vilagazi who runs coffee shop at very important spot. If you book a trip do it with Kaizer, cuz he is not only the best but exceptional! I am not saying others are not Eco also is a nice guy whom I like him the moment I met him. Our driver Cris was also awesome and you will be lucky if you get this combination. I need to be honeat, I am also previlaged since I was alone which sometimes you lose when you are in a crowd. Thanks to the team that makes this happen and kept me informed and entertained.
Written 29 November 2024
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Duretti E
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Feb 2025 • Friends
Very knowledgeable and sweet guide, who told us about relevant historical points throughout Soweto. Highly recommend:)
Written 19 February 2025
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Kenneth B
Los Angeles, CA90 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
A well-organized tour which provides great insight into South African history and local culture! The guide provided valuable insights and context. The lunch of local fare was a treat!
Written 24 January 2025
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Marcus P
2 contributions
Great tour with all of the highlights you could expect from Soweto. The Apartheid Museum is a must when in Johannesburg. Kaiser was a great guide!
Written 15 November 2024
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Anders K
5 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
A very nice trip with a lot of interseting highlights. Our guide Kaizer was very pleasant and very insightfull. Highly reccomandable.
Written 14 July 2024
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Riina K
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Solo
Very interesting tour, learned so much about history of South Africa. The tour guide Kaizer was very knowledgeable and always happy to answer my questions.
Written 17 June 2024
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Angie
1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Solo
Kaizer was very informative and explained more about his hometown. I joined a group from the hostel and had a nice vegetarian lunch. The full-day tour included a trip to the Apartheid Museum. Go and see Soweto!
Written 2 June 2024
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Fouzia C
1 contribution
May 2024 • Friends
Kaizer was amazing. We really enjoyed it.. He is really passionate and gave us the best experience. Would recommend Curiosity
Written 15 May 2024
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Warren E
13 contributions
Kaiser was a wonderful guide and this tour is well worth it in order to understand the history of the town. Recommend if you have a day spare and would like to learn about Joburg!
Written 13 March 2024
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Kyle C
16 contributions
Kaizer was a great charismatic guide, and gave us a good background of the area. Would happily do another tour with him, might even do one tomorrow!
Written 13 March 2024
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