Half Day Apartheid Museum Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

For anyone wanting to understand and experience what apartheid South Africa was really like, a visit to the Apartheid museum is fundamental. The museum is a beacon of hope showing the world how South Africa is coming to terms with its oppressive past.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

Apartheid Museum

The Apartheid Museum opened in 2001 and is acknowledged as the pre-eminent museum in the world dealing with 20th century South Africa, at the heart of which is the apartheid story.

3 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

WiFi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

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Half Day Apartheid Museum Tour

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Reviews

5.00

16 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Tour enhanced by a great guide.
W9317UFrodrigom,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was great! Especially Mr. Thapelo's explanations about the places and historical events, which greatly enriched the tour. There was a small initial scheduling confusion, which was quickly resolved and more than compensated for by the excellent tour.
Great half day
mlZ2650WP,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great visit with Lebo. He knows a lot about his country and give very good explanation. The museum is fascinated and we learn a lot.
Apartheid tour
artlO7448SM,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Marc did an excellent job as my tour guide and provided great knowledge during the tour. Keep up the great job Marc. You are the best tour guide for me. Thank you for a great experience
A good half day trip
hirokom296,,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I could have gone on my own but the tour guide was informative and helpful. Shuttle service was great too. The guide told me about the city’s famous landmarks on our way to the museum. I took a close look around the museum but he waited me patiently. The museum itself was a must see when you are in Johannesburg.
Apartheid Museum is a must see / do for everyone!
BearsGrl80,,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a private tour with Cpho and he was wonderful. From communicating with me about traffic accidents delaying my pickup to taking me through the city and explaining the areas we were in on the way to the museum was additional context to help frame what Johannesburg was and what its become. He ensured I was prepared prior to entering the museum and explained the ticket I was given and its significance. He provided his recommendations for how to complete the exhibits and advised he would be waiting for me at the exit. Spending time with someone who knows so much of the history and area was an amazing connection to the content at the museum. Its a beautifully designed space to share the ugly history and suffering shared by so many. Thank you Cpho!!
Powerful, Eye-Opening Experience – A Must-Do in Johannesburg
781jaisalp,,Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was incredibly well-organized and deeply impactful. From the moment we were picked up by MoAfrika Tours, everything ran smoothly. Our guide was knowledgeable, respectful, and provided important context before and after the museum visit. The Apartheid Museum itself is a moving and thought-provoking experience. It’s not just a museum — it’s a powerful journey through South Africa’s complex history. The exhibits are incredibly well-curated, emotional, and educational. I’m so glad we took the time to do this tour. It left a lasting impression and gave us a much deeper understanding of the country. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Johannesburg — don’t miss it.
Wonderful tours of Pilanesburg and the Apartheid Museum
sarahfF6311WV,,May 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pilanesburg full day trip: this was one of my favourite excursions of all time. Our driver, Thabo, picked us up from the Airbnb and made the drive out to Pilanesburg a lot of fun. Our tour guide in the park, Wisdom, was knowledgeable and very fun! I saw many elephants and giraffes up close! Apartheid Museum: Very informative and moving experience. My driver, Victor, was very friendly and knowledgeable. My experience with MoAfrika tours was excellent. They are very organized and professional, and make everything easy and safe for their guests. Wish I had time to book more tours!
aparteheid museum
E5787NUsophiek,,Dec 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
nice visiting with tshepo,been well attended as I was all by myself;very polite and on time;plenty of time to visit,nice explanations the museum is worrh to be visited very interesting even if very emtional too
Moving experience of Apartheid
Sean J,,Nov 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was perfectly paced thanks to our Junior who was there to guide us through each section. It was incredibly moving to see all the stories and facts about South Africa’s oppressive past and how it came to terms today. Thanks to MoAfrika we were able to fit this into our extremely busy schedule with their flexibility.
An eye-opening experience
Tour46547019943,,Oct 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour touched our hearts! Our guide (born and bred Soweto ) told us stories that almost made us burst in tears. The tour was so meaningfull to us. Thank you Moafrika we have gain more knowledge on our beloved South African past