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Johannesburg & Soweto Half Day Trip

Visit Nelson Mandela's former home, learn about the struggle against apartheid at the Apartheid Museum and more with this Johannesburg & Soweto Day Trip.

  • 4 hours
  • 9Exceptional | 72 reviews

Embark on a journey through history by visiting the former residence of Nelson Mandela, gaining insights into the apartheid struggle at the Apartheid Museum, and experiencing the dynamic contrasts of the financial district on this day trip to Johannesburg & Soweto.

Day Trip Overview

Your adventure begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel at the scheduled time. The first featured site is the Apartheid Museum, which effectively narrates the complexities of apartheid's rise and decline. Here, you'll have the opportunity to deeply engage with the nation's historical narrative.

The next destination is Gandhi Square, named in honor of the renowned pacifist who once practiced law in this area. At the square, you will find a statue of Gandhi, unveiled in 2003, commemorating his legacy.

Following this, we will proceed to Constitutional Hill, a former prison that articulates the journey towards democracy in South Africa. Here, we’ll explore the exhibitions within the museum, which serves as both a heritage site and a gateway to understanding the historical and contemporary context of the nation.

Our route then takes us to the Nelson Mandela Bridge, a symbolic structure that celebrates Mandela's pivotal role in fostering unity within South African society and represents the connection it aims to promote.

In the final leg of our trip, we will navigate through the bustling financial district, showcasing iconic skyscrapers, including the Carlton Centre Office Tower, known as the Top of Africa, which stands as the tallest structure on the continent.

After the day's exploration, we will return you to your hotel.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and return transfer
  • English–speaking guide
  • Transport by air conditioned minibus
  • Entrance fees

Not included

  • Lunch

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

75 Carr St, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

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