Tours/Johannesburg/Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour
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Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

5.0(400)Johannesburg1 hour
VIATOR4.9(145)TRIPADVISOR5.0(255)

Description

Jo’burg. Jozi. Egoli. Built on gold, Johannesburg has always been a city of opportunities! Named after Johann Rissik (principal clerk surveyor-general of the Transvaal Republic) and Christiaan Johannes Joubert (chief of mining and member of the Volkstaad) who recommended the area be declared a goldfield, it owes its existence to George Harrison – a penniless prospector who first discovered gold here in 1886. Trace Johannesburg’s history from its humble gold-mining beginnings to the pulsing streets of this modern-day African economic giant with a personal tour from Stephenson Adventures. This tour is simply the best way to explore and experience the city of Gold.

Tour Options

Private Tour
  • Soweto & Johannesburg Private Tour Duration: 8 hours: 7 = 8 hours Not included Soweto & Johannesburg Mini Van Pickup included
Group Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

20 min

Nelson Mandela is home to an iconic statue of Nelson Mandela and a popular attraction in Johannesburg.

15 min

Nelson Mandela Houghton house, were he moved with his wifey towards the end of his presidency. Houghton estate is a beautiful leafy-green rich northern suburb of Johannesburg.

10 min

Beautiful leafy-green scenic viewpoint of Johannesburg North.

Pass by

See the Hillbrow tower, that has become an emblem of the city. and the tower dominates the Johannesburg skyline.

Admission included60 min

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.

Pass by

Braamfontein has it all – great Museums and Theatres, exciting nightlife, Restaurants, trendy coffee shops, contemporary Art Galleries and quirky design and fashion stores.

4 min

One of the really striking attractions and famous landmark of Johannesburg! The Nelson Mandela Bridge is a relatively new addition to the Johannesburg skyline, but has already gained iconic status.

15 min

The Newtown Precinct in Johannesburg is rich in a history of biodiversity and culture, dating as far back as the 1880s. Today is the centre of progress and arts in the city of Gold, with new developments booming and a number of art galleries, museums, and theatres.

15 min

Explore the city’s early mining history. 0ld relics of the gold rush such as mining headgear, stamp presses and carts line the way, complemented by information boards detailing mining history.

Pass by

See the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Gandhi Square, Johannesburg, which depicts the Indian independence campaigner and nonviolent pacifist as a young man

Pass by

The Central Business District, commonly called Johannesburg CBD, is one of the main business centres of Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the densest collection of skyscrapers in Africa.

30 min

Maboneng, meaning “Place of Light”, a fully fledged thriving community. With a mix of restaurants, coffee shops, clothing boutiques, art galleries, and retail and studio space, the precinct draws the inner-city public as well as the chic, art-going crowd of the city’s suburbs, bringing life back into the city

10 min

n your way to Soweto you will pass the largest stadium (Soccer City) which hosted the opening and closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the stadium has been the centre of historic events. The unique design of the stadium is highly regarded internationally.

15 min

Understand the origins of the township of Soweto along with the current “kasi” life before walking in the steps of legends - Nobel peace prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu at their houses in Vilakazi Street.

20 min

Orlando Towers have become one of the most distinctive landmarks in the neighborhood of Soweto Township.

Admission included45 min

Visit Nobel peace prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu houses in Vilakazi Street the famous street in South Africa.

Admission included20 min

Visit the house where former South African president Nelson Mandela Lived. Now, No. 8115 has been entrenched as one of South Africa's most significant heritage sites because it tells the tales, in sound, film, interpretive panels and guided tours.

Admission included20 min

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial site is a National heritage site not far from the spot where a 13 year-old Hector was shot on the 16 June 1976 during the Soweto Uprising that today is a symbol of resistance to the brutality of the apartheid government.

Admission included20 min

Tour at "the people's church" Regina Mundi church a pivotal role in the township's history of resistance against the apartheid.

15 min

Squatter camp tour (optional)

Highlights

Bottled water
Pickup & Drop off from any Hotels around Johannesburg or Pretoria
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Pickup & Drop off from any Hotels around Johannesburg or Pretoria
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Soda/Pop
WiFi on board

Pickup Locations & Times

Please provide us with the pickup address of your choice. We do pickup at hotels as well as private residentials.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(400)

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oasthouses
August 6, 2026
Historical insights, human stories, cause for reflection

Steven was an excellent guide with concise, relevant and interesting information throughout the tour. All delivered with engaging good humour. The tour gave historical insights, human stories, cause for reflection and cause for hope in South Africa’s future. Thank you so much for setting so much context for my first trip to South Africa.

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SvR229
July 30, 2026
Would recommend

Driver was very good. Knowledgeable. Learnt a lot about apartheid.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and found your guide knowledgeable. It’s wonderful that you came away with a deeper understanding of South Africa’s history and apartheid. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon!

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G4153QFpauls
July 30, 2026
Great day, even better guide

Mo was an absolute legend as our guide,driver, entertainer and historian for the day. We had limited time in Joburg so opted for a full day tour Joburg and Soweto tour. Its a long day but worth every minute. Not only was Mo a walking history book, he had no trouble being able to go off script and explore conversational detours about the history of SA as well as contemporary challenges facing the younger generations. We learnt more about the history of SA in one day than we learnt through formal edudation, and to visit actual locations to bring this to life was amazing. Well worth it and a great day

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had such a memorable day with Mo. It’s fantastic that his knowledge, passion, and engaging conversations helped bring South Africa’s history and present-day realities to life, making the experience so meaningful. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!

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Melody_W
July 29, 2026
Informative and enjoyable all day tour!

This was an excellent and informative tour, spanning a comprehensive visit across Johannesburg and Soweto. My guide was a wealth of information and as I was the only person, he willingly engaged in my numerous questions and discussions. I can wholeheartedly recommend Stephenson Adventure!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. It’s fantastic that your guide’s knowledge and willingness to answer your questions made the experience so informative and engaging. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!

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I3156UEamyg
July 28, 2026
Tour of Johannesburg & Soweto with family

Wow. We had an absolutely incredible day with our guide, Mo. His knowledge of Johannesburg history is outstanding. He also kept our two boys, ages 11 & 14 engaged. He tailored the day to our interests including an additional tour guide in the Maboneng Precinct. We are so very impressed with our day and highly recommend him to other families. Thank you, Mo!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you and your family had such an incredible day with Mo. It’s fantastic that his knowledge, flexibility, and engaging approach kept everyone interested and made the experience so memorable. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you and your family again soon!

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erineD2130TL
July 27, 2026
Mo was Wonderful!

Mo is very knowledgeable and gave us the full local, inside experience. We learned so much about the rich history of South Africa. Highly recommend this tour!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had such a memorable experience with Mo. It’s fantastic that his knowledge and local insights helped you gain a deeper understanding of South Africa’s rich history. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!

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Gianna40
July 25, 2026
Moving ,educational experience.

Found the whole tour very interesting and educational. Mo was brilliant . He was not only highly informative but very passionate and committed, making this tour very moving. Very impressed with kliptown Youth Program and their mission to help youth rise out of poverty. We highly recommend this tour and if you are as fortunate as we were to get Mo as a guide, this experience will be extra special.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you found the tour both interesting and educational. It’s fantastic that Mo’s knowledge and passion made the experience so meaningful, and that the Kliptown Youth Program left such a positive impression. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!

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X1282XXblairm
July 25, 2026
Fantastic Tour !!

We had a fantastic overview of both Johannesburg and Soweto. Our tour guide Mo was very informative and was a great guide and a wealth of information.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. It’s fantastic that Mo’s knowledge and insights helped make the experience so informative and memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon!

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vivianjoy
July 18, 2026
Informative and enjoyable all day tour

I had a wonderful day with my guide, John, and guide-in-training, Byron. John was a wealth of information and was ready to answer my many questions and engage in interesting conversation. If you want to really get a good historical and cultural understanding of Johannesburg and Soweto, this is the tour for you!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable day with John and Byron. It’s fantastic that John’s knowledge and engaging conversations helped you gain a deeper understanding of Johannesburg and Soweto’s rich history and culture. We truly appreciate your kind recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!

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graceb603
July 16, 2026
Our Soweto and...

Our Soweto and Johannesburg full day tour with Tsholo was excellent. We saw many different areas and perspectives of this intriguing city and townships. Tsholo was a safe driver and very informative guide with good insight and sense of humour.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had an excellent full-day tour with Tsholo. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed exploring the many different sides of Johannesburg and Soweto, and that Tsholo’s knowledge, safe driving, insight, and sense of humour made the experience even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon!

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