Johannesburg and Soweto tour: Experience with knowledgeable and welcoming guides

Explore Johannesburg and Soweto with knowledgeable and welcoming guides. Experience a tour led by experienced and trained tourist guides registered with accredited tourism authority.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mandela House - Constitutional Hill & Constitutional Court
  • Chancellors House (Mandela & Tambo Attorneys)
  • Maboneng Precinct
  • Mandela House & Tutu House
  • Hector Peterson
  • Informal Settlements
  • Baragwanath Hospital
  • Orlando Towers
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • Mandela house museum entrance fees
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

The tours are conducted by guides who are both highly experienced and professionally trained, with certification from the recognized tourism authority. These guides are enthusiastic about imparting their knowledge and are not only experts in their domain but also approachable, hospitable, and committed to crafting unforgettable experiences for each traveler.

Location
Mandela House
8115 Orlando West Street,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Renee_c
Apr 20, 2026
Johannesburg and Soweto - Great overview of Johannesburg and Soweto with historical, social, political and cultural information. My favorite experience was visiting a “shanty” community and meeting some of their residents. It was very humbling. Tour guide was Themba and he was very professional and knowledgeable. I felt safe with him.
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Robynwallace7
Apr 19, 2026
This was a very... - This was a very informative tour and we learned a lot about the struggles of African people, Nelson Mandela and apartheid. Our guide Pastor was very friendly and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed this 1/2 day tour.
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146keithd
Apr 19, 2026
Excellent Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto with Themba - Excellent tour with Themba as our guide. He picked my wife and I up at Garden Court Sandton. His car was very comfortable with air conditioning if needed. We didn’t need Wi-Fi as our cell service was excellent. The tour covered the entire itinerary listed. We had as much time at each location as we wanted. Restroom stops were timely. We did receive cold bottled water to stay hydrated but the day was a comfortable 68 F. Themba is highly recommended!
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Suwanee007
Apr 17, 2026
Very nice tour - Great tour. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. extremely knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. He even took pictures of us at different stops.
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Sueshaus
Apr 13, 2026
Highly recommend 5 hour tour - This was a great 5 hour tour for my husband and I since we only had one day scheduled in Johannesburg. Our tour guide provided a nice summary of the highlights of the area and provided background history. Highly recommend!
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Matt_r
Apr 12, 2026
Top notch tour guide - This tour guide was absolutely amazing. His depth of knowledge was top notch. He knows his stuff. He took pictures of us also as we visited the sites. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him.
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Babsannr
Apr 6, 2026
Thoughtfully planned tour. - I found myself in Joburg for one day and took this tour. I’m so glad I did. This was a thoughtfully planned tour of Johannesburg and Soweto, focusing on history, from the Dutch gold mining in the late 19th century to the anti-apartheid movement and subsequent changes that are evident today. Some very brave people. Much cruelty. After seeing the “new and old” cities we went to Soweto, visited the Mandela house and museum dedicated to those who lost their lives. I experienced the true thriving community there as well as the tin houses of poor and temporary residents. Thabiso graciously tolerated my interruptions and questions. He astutely intuited my interests and was knowledgeable and personable. I recommend!
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U1022qdkh
Apr 6, 2026
A tour with Thabiso - Thabiso took us on this tour. He was sooo educated on the History of the city. He should continue as a Gide. I am recommending Him specifically for my friends tour.
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Trudie_r
Apr 2, 2026
Great trip - Great trip to tick off all the ‘must see’ parts of Johannesburg. Thabiso, our guide, was very knowledgeable & made us feel very comfortable. Thanks a lot!
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Stlsericka86
Apr 2, 2026
Very cool experience. My... - Very cool experience. My favorite part was seeing the underprivileged and being about to donate to the community
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From $82
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).