Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour worth booking?
Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour is a 8-hour experience in Johannesburg, South Africa, from $1450 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $1450 per person
The tour will give you an in depth look into South African History and How Democracy was finally achieved for all of our people. Nelson Mandela Foundation. (Week Days Only) Here you get to see the amazing achievements th
What you get
- Bottled water
- Tea Coffee and homemade rusks on pickup.
- Professional Photographs
About this experience
The tour will give you an in depth look into South African History and How Democracy was finally achieved for all of our people. Nelson Mandela Foundation. (Week Days Only) Here you get to see the amazing achievements that Nelson Mandela has done for the under privileged and as you stand in his office you can still feel his presence. Drive through down town city to the Apartheid Museum and witnessing the tragic past of the apartheid era. We then drive you past Soccer City where the opening and closing soccer games were held during the 2010 world cup and onto Soweto. Hear you will get the opportunity to be guided on foot through one of the oldest Shanty Town in Soweto called Kliptown to witness just how some people are forced to live and survive. We then stop for lunch and after take a leisurely stroll down Vilakazi Street where Nelson Mandela and Bishop Desmond Tutu lived visiting numerous stalls on the way where you get the chance to buy something typical African to take home.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Tea Coffee and homemade rusks on pickup.
- Professional Photographs
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuity
What you'll see and do
Nelson Mandela Foundation
FOUNDATION ONLY OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY Visit the Nelson Mandela Foundation where after his Presidency he continued to serve the people in need. Here we show you a short film of his life and you will get the opportunity to enter his office which has been left just as it was and see numerous hand written documents that he wrote from prison and many other artefacts.
Pass by without stopping
You will be driven to Down Town Johannesburg that was once the Business Hub of Africa passing by Newtown and onto the City Centre.
Pass by without stopping
Apartheid Museum
The Apartheid Museum, the first of its kind, illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid. The exhibits have been assembled and organised by a multi-disciplinary team of curators, film-makers, historians and designers. They include provocative film footage, photographs, text panels and artefacts illustrating the events and human stories that are part of the epic saga, known as apartheid. A series of 22 individual exhibition areas takes the visitor through a dramatic emotional journey that tells a story of a state-sanctioned system based on racial discrimination and the struggle of the majority to overthrow this tyranny. The museum is a beacon of hope showing the world how South Africa is coming to terms with its oppressive past and working towards a future that all South Africans can call their own.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Visit a shanty town and get to meet and see just how humble the people are despite their living conditions.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Vilakazi Street
After lunch at one of the local restaurants we get to walk down Vilakazi Street where you get numerous vendors sell their ware making it a shopping haven. You also get to see Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu residence. Clients may enter Nelson Mandela's house however this will be for your own account.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Walter Sisulu Square
Also known as Freedom Square, this is the site of the 1955 gathering in Kliptown when thousands of people came together and hand in their ideas for a better South Africa. This was the beginning of our freedom Charter.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wildside Tours and Safaris
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 3+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Wildside Tours and Safaris, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.7.
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Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Johannesburg.
How much does Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour cost?
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Prices start at $1450 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 & Johannesburg Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 & Johannesburg Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 8 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 & Johannesburg 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 & Johannesburg Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour?
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Around 3 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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