Soweto

Government • Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

Soweto in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa, is a vibrant and historically significant government locality that encapsulates the political landscape of the nation. As a place steeped in history, Soweto stands as a symbol of the struggles and triumphs of the South African people. From the iconic Hector Pieterson Museum, commemorating the 1976 Soweto Uprising, to the bustling streets lined with colorful markets and traditional shebeens, Soweto exudes a palpable energy of resilience and unity.

The political significance of Soweto is unmistakable, with numerous government buildings dotting the landscape, serving as hubs of governance and administration. The area plays a crucial role in shaping the political discourse of the country, with community meetings, rallies, and protests often taking place within its boundaries. Visitors to Soweto can witness firsthand the intersection of politics, history, and daily life in South Africa, gaining a deeper understanding of the complexities and triumphs that define the nation.


Tours for Soweto

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything Soweto has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

Private Full Day Soweto and Johannesburg Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria in Pretoria, Gauteng $141 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Full Day Soweto and Johannesburg Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

The private full day Johannesburg tour visits iconic heritage sites in Johannesburg CBD and Soweto, highlighting South Africa’s turbulent history and promising future. It is an opportunity to learn more about events that shaped the country’s past while also discovering the dynamic cultural diversity of two of the country’s most prominent cities.

Constitutional Hill, Carlton Centre, and the vibrant Newtown Junction are among the highlights of the Johannesburg tour.

Travel through Soweto, passing by notable landmarks and historic sites, stopping at an informal settlement and the Hector Pieterson Museum before arriving at the vibrant Vilakazi Street, in which was Nelson Mandela’s home.

Private Half Day Authentic Soweto Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria in Pretoria, Gauteng $112 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Half Day Authentic Soweto Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

Experience a city within a city! A Tuk-Tuk tour is a great way to spend a day out and about in Soweto. Our half-day private Soweto tour with optional Tuk Tuk is an opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of the vibrant city and learn more about events that shaped South Africa’s past. Born and raised in Soweto, your tour guide takes you to historic sites and cultural hotspots to showcase the city’s rich history and its modern-day culture.

From the dusty streets of Motsoaledi informal settlement to the vibrant cultural hub of Vilakazi Street and iconic heritage sites that commemorate the city’s turbulent past and the peoples struggle for freedom and equality; you’re encourage to interact with the people of Soweto and not just spectate.

Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours) in Pretoria, Gauteng $101 Tour Provided by Viator
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Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours)

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

Fun day out exploring the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold (Johannesburg).
This tour will give you an overall history about South Africa’s history. We will visit various attractions in both Johannesburg and Soweto.

We can always customize the tour to meet your expectations.

Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour in Pretoria, Gauteng $145 Tour Provided by Viator
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Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

Soweto 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.

Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum and Soweto Guided Full-Day Tour in Pretoria, Gauteng $160 Tour Provided by Viator
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Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum and Soweto Guided Full-Day Tour

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

This tour will take you through the most historic places in Africa from the richest city in Africa ''the city of gold'' ''Johannesburg'' to one of the most famous townships Soweto. Johannesburg city is so full of tales to tell from the gold rush of 1886 to the dark era of Apartheid to the democratic South Africa that is rich in cultural diversity. Now the township of Soweto was once home to heroes like Nelson Mandela, Desmond tutu, Winnie Mandela, James Mpanza, Yvonne Chaka Chaka the list is endless. This township really comes alive and it's so rich in African culture and heritage.

Soweto & Johannesburg - walking, Bike , E-scooter, Tuk Tuk Tour in Pretoria, Gauteng $61 Tour Provided by Viator
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Soweto & Johannesburg - walking, Bike , E-scooter, Tuk Tuk Tour

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

NB) Please note if Poverty porn is what you looking for this is not the tour for you, we are not the company that showcases poor people or invades people's privacy for our guest's satisfaction.

Howeve, what we do is showcase the beauty and what makes South Africa a unique destination.

On this excursion, we will be exploring Soweto & Johannesburg.

South West Township as known as SOWETO is not only home to two noble piece price winners but also home to over 2 million South Africans.

Soweto is where it all started for most black people in South Africa and on this experience we will be covering the past present but most importantly the future of Soweto and South Africa as a whole.

How this experience we will cover both Johannesburg and Soweto showcasing the key landmarks in the areas and the impact aparthied had on this two cities, the parallels of two cities designed for two different colors of people.

Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch in Pretoria, Gauteng $110 Tour Provided by Viator
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Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

Historical Significance: Soweto played a crucial role during the apartheid era, and its history is intricately linked with the struggle for freedom and human rights in South Africa. The township was a hotbed of political activism and home to prominent anti-apartheid activists, including Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.

Soweto & Apartheid Museum in Pretoria, Gauteng $86 Tour Provided by Viator
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Soweto & Apartheid Museum

Pretoria, Gauteng South Africa

Spend a time absorbing “kasi” life in Soweto before heading to the famous Apartheid Museum.

By visiting famous areas and viewing historic sites, Stephenson Adventures immerses you in the culture of Soweto – South Africa’s largest township. End off the day watching the rise and fall of apartheid at the Apartheid Museum, where you’ll experience the highs and lows of segregation and liberation.

A full day tour that you can proudly tick off your bucket list!

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