Johannesburg Historical Sites Full-Day Tour
Discover Johannesburg's Rich History on an Inspiring Full Day Tour of Iconic Landmarks
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- • Incredible Historical Tour of Johannesburg's Landmarks
- • Embark on an 8-Hour Journey Through South Africa's History
- • Visit the Only Street in the World with Two Nobel Laureates
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an incredible full-day tour that takes you deep into the heart of Johannesburg, Soweto, and the significant historical context of apartheid. This enriching experience is a perfect opportunity for anyone wanting to discover South Africa's vibrant history and the brave individuals who fought against oppression. Witness the cultural landmarks and learn about the struggles and triumphs that shaped this dynamic nation.
The journey begins in Soweto, a township renowned for its historical significance. Make stops at the Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum, where the legacy of the 1976 student protests comes to life. Explore Mandela House, the former residence of Nelson Mandela, and stroll along Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world that has housed two Nobel Laureates. Marvel at the famous Orlando Towers before delving into the powerful narratives presented at the Apartheid Museum. Each location offers unique insights, providing a comprehensive understanding of the region's history. As the tour culminates, enjoy breathtaking views of Johannesburg from the Top of Africa and walk through Constitution Hill, where the fight for human rights is encapsulated in its preserved structures.
This full-day tour serves not only as an educational journey but also as an awe-inspiring gift for loved ones seeking to connect with South Africa's rich heritage. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or special occasions, this experience ensures lasting memories filled with knowledge and inspiration. Give the gift of understanding and appreciation for a country that has transcended its past and now stands as a beacon of hope and resilience.
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Experience Overview:
Full Day Johannesburg, Soweto And Apartheid Museum TourAn incredible full-day tour covering the most important historical sites in Johannesburg! An absolute must for anyone interested in the history and foundations of South Africa.
What to expect:
Duration: 8 hours
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
8287 Khumalo St, , Soweto
The Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum, situated in Orlando West, Soweto, commemorates the role of the country’s students in the struggle against apartheid and in particular the role played by the school children who took part in the Soweto protests of 1976, many of whom were shot by the apartheid police while protesting against the sub-standard of education in black schools in South Africa.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Mandela House
8115 Vilakazi Street, Orlando West, Soweto, 1804
The Mandela House strives to be a world-class visitor attraction, and a leading centre for the preservation, presentation, and research of the history, heritage and legacy of the Mandela Family.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Vilakazi Street
Vilakazi Street, Soweto, 1804
Vilakazi Street is the Soweto street of the greats, named after Dr Benedict Wallet Vilakazi, a distinguished writer and educator who wrote the first poetry book published in Zulu. The homes of two Nobel Peace Prize laureates – South Africa’s first democratically elected president, the late Nelson Mandela, and Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu – are found on Vilakazi Street. This is the only street in the world that can boast having had two Nobel Laureates as residents.
20 minutes
Orlando Towers
, , Soweto
The Orlando Power Station, when it was active, was considered one of the most advanced in the Southern hemisphere. The colourful Orlando Towers are now not only one of the most distinctive landmarks in Soweto, but they’re also the site of the world’s first bungee jump between two cooling towers. Look out over South Africa’s most famous township as you embark on an unparalleled experience that will get your adrenaline pumping and provide you with memories that will last a lifetime
10 minutes
Apartheid Museum
Northern Park Way and Gold Reef Rd, Johannesburg, 2001
he Apartheid Museum, the first of its kind, illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid. An architectural consortium, comprising several leading architectural firms, conceptualised the design of the building on a seven-hectare stand. The museum is a superb example of design, space and landscape offering the international community a unique South African experience. The exhibits have been assembled and organised by a multi-disciplinary team of curators, film-makers, historians and designers. They include provocative film footage, photographs, text panels and artefacts illustrating the events and human stories that are part of the epic saga, known as apartheid. A series of 22 individual exhibition areas takes the visitor through a dramatic emotional journey that tells a story of a state-sanctioned system based on racial discrimination and the struggle of the majority to overthrow this tyranny. For anyone wanting to understand and experience what apartheid South Africa was really like, a visit to the Apartheid Museum is fundamental. The museum is a beacon of hope showing the world how South Africa is coming to terms with its oppressive past and working towards a future that all South Africans can call their own.
1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Top of Africa
Main Street near Krus Street, top of the 50-story Carlton Centre, Johannesburg
If you want a bird’s-eye view of Johannesburg, the 50-storey Carlton Centre is the place to go. Visitors to the centre can enjoy a panoramic view of the City of Gold from the Top of Africa, as the topmost floor of the building is known: 360 degrees of dense cityscape and outwards towards the countryside and beyond. The tallest building in Africa and once the tallest building in the southern hemisphere, the Carlton Centre stands 223m high – about 40m shy of featuring on the world’s top 100 skyscrapers list. However, this feat of architecture makes the centre one of the must-see Johannesburg attractions. Construction was a lengthy process, beginning in 1967 and ending in 1974, although the centre officially opened in 1973.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
11 Kotze Street, Johannesburg, 2001
Constitution Hill is a living museum that tells the story of South Africa’s journey to democracy. The site is a former prison and military fort that bears testament to South Africa’s turbulent past and, today, is home to the country’s Constitutional Court, which endorses the rights of all citizens. There is perhaps no other site of incarceration in South Africa that imprisoned the sheer number of world-renowned men and women as those held within the walls of Constitution Hill’s Old Fort, Women's Jail and Number Four. Nelson Mandela. Mahatma Gandhi. Joe Slovo. Albertina Sisulu. Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. Fatima Meer. They all served time here. But the precinct also confined tens of thousands of ordinary people during its 100-year history: men and women of all races, creeds, ages and political agendas; children too; the everyman and the elite. In this way, the history of every South African lives here.
1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Johannesburg Historical Sites Full-Day Tour
people
1 participant
hours
- • Incredible Historical Tour of Johannesburg's Landmarks
- • Embark on an 8-Hour Journey Through South Africa's History
- • Visit the Only Street in the World with Two Nobel Laureates
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