Half Day Guided Tour in Soweto: Explore the History, Culture, and Vibrant Lifestyle of Soweto
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46 Ratings
Johannesburg
Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and unique lifestyle of Soweto on a half-day guided tour. Discover the stories behind its creation and growth as you explore this bustling city within a city.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Apartheid Museum - Apartheid museum, illustrating apartheid and the 20th-century history of South Africa. The museum part of the Gold reef city complex was open in 2001. when we leave the museum we visit Soccer city stadium popular for Fifa world cup games in 2010.
What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Mandela house museum adult price: $3.11 kids and students : $2.07
  • Apartheid museum adult price: $7.79 kids and students Price: $5.19
  • Hector Pieterson Museum adult price: $2.59 , students and kids price: $1.55
  • Orlando towers Soweto adult price: $4.19 student & kids price: $2.61
  • Soweto brewing company adult price: $2.35 students and kids price: $1.83
Additional Information

A one-day trip to the Soweto township presents an opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic hub of a city within a city. Acquaint yourself with Soweto’s rich history, culture, and spirited way of life. The township of Soweto was founded in the 1930s, with Orlando being the first to be established. During the 1950s, an increased number of African people were forcibly moved to Soweto from inner-city neighborhoods that the apartheid regime had designated for white occupancy. Soweto’s expansion was rather extraordinary and unregulated.

Location
Apartheid Museum
Look out for Nkuli Tours sign in front of the Apartheid museum entrance.
Cancellation Policy

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

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484nicklasm
May 28, 2024
Wonderful Walking Tour through Soweto - Wonderful, interesting and diverse walking tour through Soweto. We could really dive into the neighbourhoods, got different impressions and s lot of first-hand knowledge. Even took the taxi, went for a local beer, and to a restaurant. Already thinking on when to go back. Thank you very much!
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Relax48975501074
May 26, 2024
Take the tour with Nkuli! - It was a great experience to tour Soweto with Nkuli. We were able to discover the true history of Soweto! He takes us to know not only the tourist attractions, but the organization that helps, the people's lives... we toured many parts of Soweto and got to know what it's like to live there. And our guide, who lived through the historic days of Apartheid, can tell us what those days were like. Phenomenal! I recommend!
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Trcekids
May 23, 2024
Best First Greeting to South Africa and the Continent! - If you have plans to visit Johannesburg, South Africa please reach out to Nkuli Shelembe for a guided tour! He was our guide in May 2024 and was both knowledgeable and proud of his community. We couldn't have imagined navigating our way around Jo'burg, touring the areas of Soweto, President Mandela's home or having lunch at a traditional South African restaurant by ourselves. I smile now at how patient he was while we asked many, many questions along the way. It was our first stop of 4 countries on the continent for our holiday and he was the perfect person for us to spend time with during our stay in Johannesburg. Thank you, Nkuli!
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Francescamw5161dx
Apr 27, 2024
Highly recommended! - I had a beautiful tour with Nonhlanhla, she made me discover the history of Soweto with an incredible passion! I highly recommend it
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Threeamigostravel
Apr 6, 2024
A brilliant tour - We had a brilliant tour with NK. We only had half a day in Johannesburg and he was really flexible and started the tour early so we could fit everything in. He is a lovely chap; hugely knowledgeable and a great communicator. He made us feel totally at ease during the tour. We learned so much, not just about Joberg and Soweto but about South Africa in general. We had so many questions on subjects from football to politics and he patiently answered them all. He pitched the tour perfectly and even my 12 year old enjoyed every minute. We also loved visiting The SHALK Community Project which does brilliant work and were glad that we were able to support it through the tour. I highly recommend NK and his tours.
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Chiadeb7
Apr 3, 2024
Great and unique experience - The tour had been simply great. I had as guides two wonderful guys explaining very well the history and the culture of Soweto. We visited nice and interested places and meet very nice people. I absolutely recommend this tour!
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319lo_cr
Apr 2, 2024
top - Very rewarding little walk. A smiling, pleasant and reassuring guide. A must do for anyone passing through Johannesburg.
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H7035xlchristinec
Mar 17, 2024
A fantastic day - An incredible and very enriching day with Nkuli. We appreciated his comments and his explanations, we really enjoyed the meeting and the discussions with the volunteers of his association. We learned a lot about Soweto and Johannesburg. Nkuli is also a beautiful person, available and attentive thanks to him
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Philippemx1708ny
Mar 1, 2024
Amazing experience in the heart of Soweto - Incredible experience to live, a walk in the heart of Soweto, our guides make us relive the beginnings of the revolt by taking us to the different emblematic places of this towship... a big thank you for allowing us to share a few hours with the children of Soweto it was an unforgettable experience for our whole group… I recommend….
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Solp576
Mar 1, 2024
Amazing tour with NK - NK is an amazing tourist guide! Super kind, he knows very well the story and the places. We really enjoy the tour and we highly recommend him.
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