Things to do in Johannesburg

Planning questions about Johannesburg

What are the best things to do in Johannesburg?

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour is the highest ranked experience in Johannesburg, scoring 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 419 traveler reviews. Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum, Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria, Full Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle, Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 675 bookable experiences in Johannesburg, South Africa, and 1 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Johannesburg cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Johannesburg is $170 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $6 on Mapatiza Gemstone Mine Tour Discover Gemstone Transformation. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Johannesburg for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Johannesburg currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Johannesburg good for families?

Yes. 2 of the experiences we rank in Johannesburg are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Johannesburg?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.

When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

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.

Can I cancel a booking in Johannesburg?

106 of the 120 experiences we rank in Johannesburg offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Johannesburg gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Johannesburg so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.