Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour
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Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour is a 9-hour experience in Johannesburg, South Africa, from $1347 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 512 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (512)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $1347 per person
Join this 9-hour guided tour of Soweto with a small-group of no more than 11 guest. Tour the Apartheid Museum, Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, and local shanty towns. Enjoy a delicious traditional buffet lunch along wit
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Free Onboard Uncapped WiFi
About this experience
Join this 9-hour guided tour of Soweto with a small-group of no more than 11 guest. Tour the Apartheid Museum, Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, and local shanty towns. Enjoy a delicious traditional buffet lunch along with complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off. Learn from your guide, the historical background and cultural of this great town. Support the local community. R50 per guest booking will be donated to a Local Care Centre.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Free Onboard Uncapped WiFi
Not included
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
FNB Stadium
After pick-ups, we convene at FNB Soccer Stadium on the outskirts of Soweto. Meet your guide and listen to a short explanation of the famous soccer stadium and the role it played in Soweto’s history.
15 minutes here
We set off to the heart of Soweto, driving past Baragwanath Hospital, an enormous taxi rank and the historic suburb of Diepkloof
15 minutes here
Our first stop in Soweto is at Motsoaledi informal settlement. Walk through the streets with your guide past street cafés and craft markets to a community centre that MoAfrika sponsors. Greet and meet the people in the settlement and learn more about their way of life.
30 minutes here
Regina Mundi Catholic Church
We continue on through Orlando West to the hub of Soweto. We stop outside Regina Mundi Church and Freedom Square for a quick overview
15 minutes here · Admission included
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
The Hector Pieterson Museum is a large museum located in Orlando West, Soweto, South Africa, two blocks away from where Hector Pieterson was shot and killed 16 June 1976.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Vilakazi Street
We make our way down the vibrant Vilakazi Street, past iconic monuments and the homes of Nelson and Winnie Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
45 minutes here
Mandela House
Time permitting, you have the option of stopping at Nelson Mandela Museum for a visit (own cost)
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Orlando Towers
The morning ends at a popular restaurant at the base of the massive Soweto Towers. Enjoy a traditional meal of ‘shisa nyama’ and visit the craft market. If you’re keen, you can bungee jump off the top of the towers (own cost and time permitting).
60 minutes here · Admission included
Apartheid Museum
We visit the world famous Apartheid museum where you will learn about the history of South Africa and the struggle of its people during the apartheid era
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 1 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MoAfrika Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 512 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
512 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Imformative
Thomas was very informative & friendly. Enjoyed the tour.
Response from the operator: Hi 772she... Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that Thomas was informative and friendly, and that you enjoyed your tour. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful experience soon! The MoAfrika Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Interesting, insividual, informative, unforgettable
We siebt a really interesting day with our perfect guide Nicholu. He showed us the Apartheid museum and we had enough time to visit it on our own. Then, we went to the stade and the Orlando Towers. We were in the part of the Soweto-Township, where the poorest people live. A lady showed us how she lives there and we visited a Kindergarden too. If you want to help the Community, buy something in their shop, they make everything themselves and the money is for the hole Community. We went to a restaurant with a african buffet with a delicious choice of meat vegetables and dessert. Vegeterian and Vegan people will tove the vegetables. After lunch, Nicholu showed us the houses of Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela and in the end, we went to the Hector Pieterson Memorial Center. Nicholus was a perfect guide who gave us many Information. We highly recommand this tour and this guide.
Response from the operator: Hi 334step... Thank you so much for your detailed and wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such an enriching day exploring Soweto with Nicholus. It's great to know you enjoyed the Apartheid Museum, the community visits, the delicious buffet lunch, and the historic landmarks. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Nicholus—he'll be thrilled to know his knowledge and passion made your tour so memorable. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another South African adventure soon! The MOAfrika Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
A day in Soweto
Tinyiko was a great guide. He took me to off the normal sights to be able to see the real Soweto. I highly recommend him and this tour.
Response from the operator: Hi A day in Soweto, We are thrilled to hear you had such a memorable safari with us, and grateful for your kind words. Hearing that you enjoyed the delicious food and our guiding is exactly what we hope for. Your appreciation for Museum and Lunch will absolutely be passed along — thank you for the special mention. It would be an absolute pleasure to host you again on your next safari with us. Warm regards, The MoAfrica Team
via Tripadvisor
Historical Places
We had a great time and learned a lot about SOWETO.
Response from the operator: Hi sarik884, We are thrilled to hear you had such a memorable safari with us, and grateful for your kind words. It would be an absolute pleasure to host you again on your next safari with us. Warm regards, The MoAfrica Team
via Tripadvisor
Recommended if you have a short time in J’burg and want to see as much as possible
Our guide - Marc - was really great. We felt safe and informed.
Response from the operator: Dear Cathy V Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Soweto, Apartheid Museum, and Lunch Tour. It's great to know that Marc made your experience both informative and comfortable, and that you felt safe throughout the day. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another memorable South African experience soon! Kind Regards The Moafrika Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $1347 to $2695
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 179
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Johannesburg.
How much does Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour cost?
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Prices start at $1347 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Johannesburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Johannesburg is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 512 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Johannesburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour?
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Around 179 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Johannesburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Johannesburg and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Soweto, Apartheid Museum and Lunch Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Johannesburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Johannesburg?
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On Outty we rank every Johannesburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria, Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour, Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Johannesburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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