Half Day Soweto Guided Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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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

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

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

Nelson Mandela house in soweto is open for public and is situated at one of most visited street in soweto the Vilakazi only street in the world with the 2 houses of the Nobel pace price winners Nelson and Desmond Tutu we Wil also have an experience of walking and talk with the locals

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

The Hector Peterson mesum is tall about 16 Jane 1976 soweto students protest over the language Afrikaans as the business language is south Africa

45 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

WiFi on board

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviews

5.00

17 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing tour!
st fanos486,,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour with Thabang was sensational. He took us to various spots in Soweto, showing us all the facets of the world's largest neighborhood. Thabang is incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the city and South Africa, and he was very polite and helpful. I highly recommend him!
Highly recommend
188dinesht,,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great tour of the historic side of joburg. Prince was mind blowing.Highly recommend him.Very knowledgeable and you can sense the passion.
Short trip but very productive, exactly as expected.
michalhudoba,,Jul 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great trip with local guy, top notch. Had a very good time to understand local culture. Prince was an amazing guy very knowledgable from local community.
Fantastic cultural experience in Soweto
HethK,,Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour round Soweto. I visited the Nelson Mandela House, the Hector Pieterson Museum and spoke with locals in an informal Soweto settlement. My guide Thabang was amazing at showing me all the fascinating sights Johannesburg and Soweto had to offer. He was friendly and me feel really at ease. Would definitely recommend.
Eyeopener
676lutgardem,,May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
For us a real eyeopener. Thanks to Thabang, our guide, who’s from Soweto. He explained us everything very clear. He made us feel very comfortabel and safe. A pleasant morning and an amazing experience. Thanks a lot!
A truly enriching and educational experience of Soweto with a heart
GKirton,,May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Soweto experience is quite eye-opening to learn from our guide, Thabang, who picked us up in our hotel on time. He himself grew up in Soweto, so you feel safe and well taken care of. He took us to the different townships, from the rich, middle class, and poor districts. We stopped at the poor district and were guided by Hope, who lives there herself. She explained to us the struggle they face every day, from lack of running water, electricity, and jobs. We get to stop by a kindergarten school where we're greeted by the kids with a song, hugs, and smiles. We felt the love and joy in the eyes of those children. Despite their struggles, they're not short of hospitality and generosity of human spirit. He also took us to the Mandela house and Pieterson Museum. Thabang is truly a wealth of knowledge, and he still helps out the township to provide sanitary products for women in his spare time. Truly, this tour is not just about seeing Soweto but an immersion of the life they face every day. So,if you want a deeper and better understanding of Soweto, please do yourself a favor and hire Motley Tours and Travels as they are not only a company for business but a company with a heart. By using them, you're also helping the people in the poor township of Soweto. Thanks, Thabang, for your time and knowing your heart for Soweto.
Great day visiting Soweto South Africa
bgbdds,,Jan 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide for the trip to Soweto , Thabang, grew up in the area, speaks 7 languages and did an excellent job educating us. It’s obvious he has a passion for the people who live here and wants to share their past, present and future with visitors. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and will bring our kids back to share the experience.
Soweto Tour 12/24/2024
John C,,Dec 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed a wonderful tour with our very knowledgeable and friendly guide Thabang. I would highly recommend this worldly historical tour. We were even able to complete the tour with storms and hail. Our visit to South Africa was very brief but the time spent with Thabang will instill a lifetime of memories for my son and I.
Great tour
cecic528,,Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Exceptional experience! Thabang was incredibly kind and provided an unforgettable tour. Our visit to Soweto was a highlight, walking through the township and immersing ourselves in its culture. The Mandela House tour was especially moving and informative, offering valuable insights into his life and legacy. The only drawback was that the Hendrick Pietersen Museum was closed, unfortunately preventing us from visiting. Nonetheless, the overall experience was fantastic, and we highly recommend Thabang as a guide.
vibrating !
507evertonb,,Oct 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Total immersion in soweto , visits to Mandela's house and Hector Pieterson museum and soweto towers , air-conditioned vehicle .