Soweto Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Mandela House which includes street scenes
Mandela House showing a city, signage and street scenes
Mandela House which includes signage
Johannesburg which includes outdoor art and art
Mandela House which includes signage

Popular places to visit

Mandela House which includes signage and a city

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
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

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
Orlando Towers

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

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

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

Germiston Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Germiston Lake during your travels in Johannesburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Germiston Lake

Things to do

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

£89
per adult
Johannesburg and Soweto tour
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

£57
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

£39
per adult
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk
Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off

Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off

£44
per adult
Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off
Nelson Mandela bridge at night in Johannesburg

Half-Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour

£105
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour
Half day Soweto Tour from Apartheid Museum

Half day Soweto Tour

£49
per adult
Half day Soweto Tour
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Top hotels in Soweto

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 £115 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£115
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,668 reviews)
"It’s convenient however a little dated. Staff friendly"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is £50 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£50
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (620 reviews)
Good experience
"The staff was extremely friendly and professional. Check in was easy and fast. The room was comfortable. We didn’t pre pay for breakfast but it was not a problem we could purchase it every morning from the hotel directly. We had dinner also and it was very good."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
@Sandton Hotel
@Sandton Hotel
3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone @Sandton Hotel for making my stay so wonderful. From the warm welcome at the door to the little extra touches throughout my visit, you all made me feel right at home. Your kindness, friendliness, and genuine care didn’t go unnoticed — it truly made ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
4 out of 5
20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is £61 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£61
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (865 reviews)
"Reception service was great, housekeeping needs to be more attentive, fresh towels usually have hair from other guests, floors are cleaned haphazardly."

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
3.5 out of 5
135 West Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is £46 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£46
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square ...
8/10 Very Good! (669 reviews)
"enjoyed our stay, surely coming back soon"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
3 out of 5
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is £97 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£97
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International ...
7.8/10 Good! (513 reviews)
"The location is extremely convenient to the airport and very safe since they control vehicle traffic in and out of the complex. The dining and entertainment options were great."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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Orlando East

While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.

Orlando East
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 Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.

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 Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.

Johannesburg South
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden 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 Museum Africa and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Johannesburg CBD
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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg

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