Soweto Travel Guide

Johannesburg
Mandela House which includes street scenes

Popular places to visit

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Mandela House

4/5(18 reviews)

Visit the former home of Nelson Mandela to find artifacts and memorabilia relating to the life of South Africa’s most famous public figure.

Mandela House
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Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial during your trip to Johannesburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
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Orlando Towers

Dabble in an array of exciting extreme sports at this landmark location, which once served as the cooling towers of a power station.

Orlando Towers
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Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital

If Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Moroka.

Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital
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Maponya Mall

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Maponya Mall. Discover the area's coral reefs and seek out the safari tours.

Maponya Mall
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Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

If Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Johannesburg.

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

Things to do

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10 Day Safari -Joburg-Kruger -Isimangaliso-Drakensberg- C/Town

£2,482
Per adult
10 Day Safari -Joburg-Kruger -Isimangaliso-Drakensberg- C/Town
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10-Day Private Tour Johannesburg to Cape Town

£2,322
Per adult
10-Day Private Tour Johannesburg to Cape Town
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15 Days Johannesburg, Kruger, Drakensberg, Garden Route Cape Town

£3,557
Per adult
15 Days Johannesburg, Kruger, Drakensberg, Garden Route Cape Town
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Soweto and Apartheid Museum day Tour

£74
Per adult
Soweto and Apartheid Museum day Tour
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10 Day South Africa Tour- Johannesburg- Kruger Park - Durban - Cape Town

£2,558
Per adult
10 Day South Africa Tour- Johannesburg- Kruger Park - Durban - Cape Town
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Soweto Tour with a Local Guide

£101
Per adult
Soweto Tour with a Local Guide
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Top hotels in Soweto

BlackBrick Sandton Two
BlackBrick Sandton Two
3.5 out of 5
22 Fredman Dr, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is £46 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£46
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace.
8.2/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

BlackBrick Sandton Two
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is £78 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£78
per night
26 May - 27 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,170 reviews)
"We requested 2 beds but room had only 1"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is £72 per night from 18 May to 19 May
£72
per night
18 May - 19 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Great hotel."

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Garden Court Sandton City
Garden Court Sandton City
3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £65 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£65
per night
29 May - 30 May
Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.6/10 Excellent! (836 reviews)
"Wonderful friendly and helpful staff. Room was very very clean. Excellent Big breakfast"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2024

Garden Court Sandton City
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
2 Hulley Road, Isando, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is £62 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£62
per night
17 May - 18 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.2/10 Very Good! (652 reviews)
"It’s my second time and I like the place. Five years apart and I had the same room. Love the bedding. The facilities are aged but I like it. Never got a chance to experience breakfast since I depart so early."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Sandton Sun and Towers
Sandton Sun and Towers
5 out of 5
Cnr Fifth & Alice Streets, Sandton, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £158 per night from 29 May to 30 May
£158
per night
29 May - 30 May
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9/10 Wonderful! (454 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Sandton Sun and Towers
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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Florida

When in Florida, you can plan a visit to Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial and Mandela House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Florida
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens featuring a park as well as a small group of people

Roodepoort

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden or Clearwater Mall.

Roodepoort
Gold Reef City featuring a pond, a garden and rides

Johannesburg South

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Gold Reef City Casino or Apartheid Museum.

Johannesburg South
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Johannesburg Botanical Garden or Cresta Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Randburg
Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

Johannesburg CBD

While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Johannesburg CBD
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Maboneng Precinct

Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.

Maboneng Precinct

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