Ponte Experience: Overlook Johannesburg from the 51st Floor and Explore its History

Survey the metropolitan expanse of Johannesburg from the 51st floor while immersing in the narrative of the edifice and its nearby areas. Subsequently, explore the heart of the construction to acquire an alternate viewpoint.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ponte City Apartments - Ponte Tower held the title of the Tallest Residential Building in Africa from 1975 - 2017. At 173m tall with a hallow core, it is a brutalist architectural sight to behold.
What's Included
  • Expert local guide
Location
1 Lily Ave
Lily Avenue
Entrance to the tower is at the end of lily avenue, it looks like a dead end but the black entrance gate is on the left. Tell security you are here from Dlala Nje and they will point you to the welcome centre
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Christianothered
Jan 25, 2025
Worth it - Great tour. The history of the place insane - like something out of the film Dredd. Great to see what they have done with the place. The money is well worth it. Its an iconic South African building.
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E126qkdanb
Jan 17, 2025
10/10 recommend! - Great tour, the guide was very knowledgeable and shared engaging stories! Really cool views of the city at the top and a thorough walkthrough of the history of the building and area.
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Navigate42871930467
Jan 10, 2025
Best POV in Johannesburg - Great central point of view of Johannesburg and a wide insight of the history of the surrounding neighborhoods’ and the towers architecture itself. Thank you for the drink and for this accommodating guided tour. Recommend
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Armani_munich
Dec 26, 2024
Must-do in Johannesburg! - Excellent experience! The tour was fantastic, from the top floor you have a breathtaking view of the center of Johannesburg, also the tour of the tower interior was great. My guide Álvaro told me a lot of interesting things about the building and made my tour an unforgettable experience, thank you for that! I initially had some safety concerns about arriving by Uber, but it was no problem at all. As recommended, you should enter the parking garage (through the security gate). I felt safe at all times.
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Nicarzani
Dec 22, 2024
A must-do activity in Johannesburg - Having been fascinated by the history of Ponte City, reading all stories and watching all videos I could find, I was very happy to be able to finally visit it myself. I was non disappointed. Not only it is so interesting to see in person but Dlala Nje is such an incredible initiative to educate kids and keep them off the street. If you want, but the Great Johannesburg book written by a co-founder of Dlala Nje to learn more about the history and challenges of this fascinating city.
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Thegentles24
Dec 13, 2024
Great tour - I took this tour with my collegues for our end of year function. It was amazing! The guide were friendly and knowledgeable and it was so interesting to learn about the history of this area.
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839osvaldog
Oct 22, 2024
Thank Alvaro - It was a very good tour of Ponte city with Alvaro who is a very good Guide. The view is superb in this beautiful place full of history Thanks again.
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Kaderfam
Oct 21, 2024
ponte experience - This was a very insightful and fascinating experience. We learnt so much about the building and the surrounding areas. The advantage was to see the jacaranda in full bloom. you had endless views from the top. we never imagined what it was like being inside the building. I would definitely recommend the tour. Cynthia was a great host and guide. A must do in Jozi. Dlala Nje doing such good work in the community
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952isobeld
Sep 19, 2024
Great experience - Extremely fascinating building in terms of architecture and history. Alvaro was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. I'm impressed by the work that Dlala Nje is doing and would highly recommend this well rounded and thought out experience.
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Trail46454052053
Feb 11, 2025
Unique and fascinating tour with great views of Jozi - Excellent tour of an extraordinary building with a fascinating history. The tour guides were friendly, knowledgeable and passionate.
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