Johannesburg: Private Cultural Full-Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
7 hours 10 minutes
Mobile ticket
This is a private full day Cultural Tour so there will not be any other passengers in the vehicle with you. Although there will be other customers present on the guided tours.
This tour takes you deep inside the dark Apartheid past, giving you a first hand account of how it was to live under the old Apartheid Government, and then gives you a glimpse into the future under the new South African Constitution.
You will experience the old and the new business centre’s, we will drive into SOWETO and experience a local restaurant with locals. You will visit Nelson Mandela’s house (South African iconic President) to see where and how he lived and then you will drive by the 2010 Soccer World Cup Stadium where the soccer World Cup final was held, before being dropped off back at your hotel.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Sandton
Pick up from the location stipulated in the booking, and then a drive through the Sandton Central Business District, the new business Centre of Johannesburg
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
You will have half an hour free-time before the guided tour starts to go into the Ladies Prison to witness what life was like for women behind bars. You will then have a guided tour of the Number 4 Mens Prison with an experienced guide who will give you a detailed account of what it was like to be imprisoned at the prison, as well as the history around the times. You will then be taken into the Constitutional Court and see how the Constitution of South Africa has changed the landscape of the country.
Options
Public Holidays
Cultural Tour Pickup included
Private Cultural Full Day Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Entrance to Constitutional Hill Precinct
Bottled water
Entrance to Mandela House Museum
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance to Apartheid Museum
All food and drinks at Sakhumzi Restaurant (approx $20)
Items of a personal nature
Pickup points
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Johannesburg South Africa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great informative day in Johannesburg
yanarits,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful day visiting all the main attractions of the city. Stuart was very friendly, professional, well organised, always on time in a clean nice car. He also shared lots of interesting facts about the country. I was looked after very well and I would highly recommend him and the company.
South Africa
terrykV9839IL,Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our vacation in South Africa was AMAZING!!! Stuart was absolutely wonderful. He was informative about the places we toured and took beautiful pictures. We had the pleasure of meeting Heather his lovely wife. The two of them were very professional and made sure that we received top-shelf service. Thank you for a memorable experience, Terry Kent & Gregory Dixon
Private tours
Tour10114625982,Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with Cole and Stuart. They were well organized, friendly and knowledgeable. Everything ran smoothly even with our last minute changes. They provide a perfect itinerary and an experience that was memorable. We got to see some incredible sights. I highly recommend “ The African Tourist” to anyone for a stress free experience in South Africa. M Joines
USA group March 18 - March 25, 2025
Roam58733867022,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot express how grateful I am to the Tour ist. Stuart and his beautiful wife (Heather) catered to our every need. Very professional. They were not only our tourist guides but our photographer, provided fresh baked goods and personalized our needs with their years of experience. I addition we visited 7+ tourist sites. We were very pleased with their service. I highly recommend their service.
Excellent
Dreamer02210962410,Mar 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stuart took the time to explain everything we seen,took a lot of pictures that we didn’t take he was wonderful and he always had water with him
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