Soweto Apartheid History and Memorial Tour
Discover The Legacy of Apartheid on a Meaningful Tour of Soweto and Johannesburg
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Historic Soweto's Apartheid Landmarks
- • Immerse Yourself in 5 Hours of South African History
- • Visit the Only Street in the World with Two Nobel Laureates
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of South Africa's history with the Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour. This tour offers an extraordinary opportunity to explore the vibrant township of Soweto, renowned for its pivotal role in the struggle against apartheid, and to gain insight into the country's past at the Apartheid Museum. Perfect for history buffs and those seeking a deeper understanding of South Africa's culture, this experience promises to be both educational and enlightening.
The adventure begins in Soweto, where key landmarks, such as the Hector Pieterson Memorial, commemorate the bravery of students who protested for equality and better education in 1976. Visitors will have the chance to step into history by exploring Mandela House, the former home of Nelson Mandela, and immerse themselves in the legacy of this iconic figure. The tour culminates at the award-winning Apartheid Museum, where moving exhibits tell the story of the rise and fall of apartheid. Each display is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced, making this an impactful experience that stirs the emotions and fosters understanding.
This Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour is more than just a day out; it makes for a thoughtful gift for friends and family. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply wanting to share an extraordinary experience, this tour serves as a unique opportunity to create lasting memories. Give the gift of history and exploration with a tour that inspires reflection and appreciation for South Africa's rich heritage.
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Experience Overview:
Soweto & Apartheid Museum TourSoweto is an urban area of the city of Johannesburg in Gauteng, South Africa, bordering the city's mining belt in the south. Its name, an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships, refers to its origins as a Black township under South Africa's Apartheid government. The population has historically been overwhelmingly Black and some of the watershed events in the struggle against Apartheid occurred in the township.
What's included:
- Hector Peterson Memorial Entrance fees
- Mandela House Entrance Fees
- The Apartheid Museum Entrance fees
Not included:
- Food and drinks
What to expect:
Duration: 5 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
Apartheid Museum
Northern Park Way and Gold Reef Rd, Johannesburg, 2001
The 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 • 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.
10 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, 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
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Baragwanath Medical Centre
8103, Bara Mall, Bara Road, Diepkloof, Johannesburg, 1860, South Africa
Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital is the third largest hospital in the world after the West China Hospital of West China Medical Center of Sichuan University, and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, occupying 70 ha, with 3,400 beds and 6,760 staff members
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
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
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
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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Soweto Apartheid History Museum Tour
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore Historic Soweto's Apartheid Landmarks
- • Immerse Yourself in 5 Hours of South African History
- • Visit the Only Street in the World with Two Nobel Laureates
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