Soweto Trip Overview
For most, Soweto (short for South Western Township) is synonymous with resistance to apartheid, South Africa’s former policy of racial segregation. The township’s complex past is visible in Soweto’s moving museums, historical monuments, and strong traditions.
This tour is a melting pot of South African cultures and considered to be a vibrant and energetic hub, which will ignite your senses. It is believed that for any visitor a tour of Soweto is a must, which will help in experiencing the vibrant street life and witness some historical sites.
A visit to South Africa is not complete without a tour to Soweto.
Additional Info
Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Soweto, South Africa
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
Explore Soweto Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa
For most, Soweto (short for South Western Township) is synonymous with resistance to apartheid, South Africa’s former policy of racial segregation. The township’s complex past is visible in Soweto’s moving museums, historical monuments, and strong traditions.
This tour is a melting pot of South African cultures and considered to be a vibrant and energetic hub, which will ignite your senses. It is believed that for any visitor a tour of Soweto is a must, which will help in experiencing the vibrant street life and witness some historical sites.
A visit to South Africa is not complete without a tour to Soweto.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: FNB Stadium, Nasrec, Johannesburg South 2147, Johannesburg South Africa
FNB Stadium also known as Soccer City, the stadium that hosted the 2010 World Cup event.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Diepmeadow, 1862, South Africa
We then proceed to Diepkloof Extensions known as the “Rich Man’s Acre” or” Diepkloof Expensive” see all the expensive houses and hear about some of the celebrities residing in, Diepkloof was established in 1959 as a resettlement township to accommodate victims of forced removals, mainly from Alexandra. Diepkloof Ext was established in the 1980s. We stop opposite Diepkloof hostel hear about Diepkloof man’s hostel. Proceed to Baragwanath Hospital, but we first stop at Mr. Percy’s house who then takes us on a tour on his matchbox house opposite.
Stop At: Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, 8287 Khumalo St, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa
Hector Pieterson museum, learn about the youth of Soweto uprising against the old government, you can take pictures and more.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Baragwanath, Johannesburg South, 2013, South Africa
After Mr. Percy’s house, we then walk across the street to Baragwanath Hospital and the biggest taxi rank in Soweto used as an interchange for public transport modes. Baragwanath Hospital the biggest hospital in South Africa.
Stop At: Mandela House, 8115 Orlando West Street, Soweto, Johannesburg 1804 South Africa
We then proceed to Elias Motsoaled Squatter Camp and Mandela house. Mandela house strives to be a world-class visitor attraction, and a leading centre for the preservation, and research of the history, heritage and legacy of the great Mandela Family, it is a Museum with all furniture and you can experience the life of the first black president of South Africa. While there you will experience how Sowetan people live like eating Kota (is a traditional bunny chow) and more. Hector Pieterson museum you will see the history of the 1976 students uprising against the old government, take pictures, experience Vilakazi street where you will find everything related to African culture, and many more.
Duration: 2 hours
