Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

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Historical Significance: Soweto played a crucial role during the apartheid era, and its history is intricately linked with the struggle for freedom and human rights in South Africa. The township was a hotbed of political activism and home to prominent anti-apartheid activists, including Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Mandela House

Mandela House is situated in the vibrant township of Soweto, an acronym for "South Western Townships." Soweto played a crucial role in the struggle against apartheid and is of immense historical and cultural significance.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

Hector Pieterson was a 13-year-old boy who tragically lost his life during the Soweto Uprising on June 16, 1976. The Soweto Uprising was a student-led protest against the apartheid government's policy of enforcing education in the Afrikaans language.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

WiFi on board

Lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Alcoholic Beverages

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Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch

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Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent Experience
carolynwY6825OQ,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our driver was excellent he explained everything as we were driving. Thabang, our driver let us experience the city at our pace and the things we were especially interested in. Thabang has a great personality. This was an excellent experience.
Absolutely recommended!!
isabelvillena,,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic tour! So many different aspects of Soweto, not only the most touristy ones, so much enlightening information, on a small group up to 3 people (in my case a private tour) . Thabang was the perfect guide, as friendly as professional. Thank you so much Thabang!
Full day in Soweto and appartheid museum with Thabang.
600albanel,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very very great experience with Thabang, he is such a wonderful guide. Thank you so much for everything. I really recommand this day activity.
Soweto Day Tour
sylvielX9961LW,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent day with our private guide Thabang. He is such a lovely, enjoyable person with lots of knowledge about its country ! Really a very good day tour! I do recommend it greatly! Sylvie August 2025
Beautiful experience.
ofentsel2025,,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was an amazing experience. We went to Desmond Tutu's house, Mandela house, Hector Peterson Museum, Soweto Towers and Apartheid museum. I enjoyed every moment.
An immersive day
Morningsider,,May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Comprehensive coverage of Soweto with Cosmos. The apartheid museum is remarkable. Plenty of stops within Soweto that provided an opportunity to absorb the local culture.
Soweto and Apartheid Museum
irvandval,,Nov 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great day out seeing Soweto and the apartheid museum. Our guide Thabang was great at explaining things and answered all of our question. Would definitely recommend!
Very good tour
thab0samt,,Oct 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was so great I have enjoyed my day with by Motleys tours our guide was great I recommend this company for anyone who visiting Johannesburg
Lots of fun
Naheim J,,Oct 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great day thanks to our tour guide, Thabang. Had lots of fun thanks to his fantastic service. He made what was a very long day, A very pleasant day
Great history lesson that should not be missed.
georgetitus7,,Sep 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our day with Cosmo was outstanding. Visits to Nelson Mandela’s hose and the Apartheid Museum were some of the highlights. Soweto was a true cultural experience. His expertise and knowledge of the current situation in South Africa was extremely helpful. Thanks for taking us around Joburg.