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Explore Newtown: Johannesburg's Cultural Heart

Immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Johannesburg with an unforgettable journey through Newtown. Discover the profound history of South Africa through curated museum tours, including the iconic Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela landmarks. Whether you are exploring urban culture on a guided walking tour or experiencing the 'City of Gold' via a scenic bus tour, Newtown offers rich historical insights and authentic cultural experiences. From breathtaking city panoramas to deep historical dives, our top-rated tours provide the perfect way to connect with the heritage and energy of this legendary district. Book your Johannesburg adventure today!

4.9/5 avg visitor ratingTours from $3113 unique experiences77% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.91★ average

Based on 548 pooled reviews with ~98% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$42–$121 typical

Median price is $84, with a full range of $31–$131

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural City Tours

100% of options focus on cultural and city themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

2–7 hours typical

Median duration is 6 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

77% free cancellation

85% of tours offer instant confirmation

Tour Formats

Tour Formats

Private & Guided options

31% are private tours and 77% are guided

13 Products

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour

8 hrsSkip the lineFree cancellation
4.96 (377 reviews)
98.8%
1.2%
Wonderfulextensive knowledgerecomendamos muito
Viator
$108
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Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour
Summary

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 gold...

Inclusions
  • Pickup & Drop off from any Hotels around Johannesburg or Pretoria
Itinerary
  • Nelson Mandela Square
  • Newtown
  • Maboneng Precinct
  • Diepkloof Park
  • Orlando Towers
  • Vilakazi Street
  • Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
Good to know
  • 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
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours)

Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours)

7 hrsFree cancellation
5 (35 reviews)
96.48%
3.52%
fabulousinformativerecommend
Viator
$121
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Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours)
Summary

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 y...

Itinerary
  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
  • Newtown
  • FNB Stadium
  • Orlando Towers
  • Mandela House
  • Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Mandela House Soweto Apartheid museum Joburg, Constitutional Hill

Mandela House Soweto Apartheid museum Joburg, Constitutional Hill

7 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (18 reviews)
100%
0%
nicemost excitinggreeting
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$93
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Mandela House Soweto Apartheid museum Joburg, Constitutional Hill
Summary

Explore Soweto, Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum with our expertly guided tours! Visit iconic landmarks like the Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela House, and Hector Peterson Museum. Discover Soweto's rich cultural heritage, including Vilakazi Street and informal settlements where you'll meet locals ...

Itinerary
  • Apartheid Museum
  • Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
  • FNB Stadium
  • Newtown
  • Orlando Towers
  • Vilakazi Street
  • Mandela House
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Johannesburg & Apartheid Museum Tour

Johannesburg & Apartheid Museum Tour

4.5 hrsFree cancellation
5 (11 reviews)
87.5%
12.5%
enlighteningamazing tourincredibly knowledgeable
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$78
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Johannesburg & Apartheid Museum Tour
Summary

Join us for the Johannesburg tour as we explore the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold. This tour will give you an overall about South Africa’s history as we visit various attractions in both Johannesburg.

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
  • Newtown
  • Gold Reef City
  • Apartheid Museum
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Johannesburg Historical, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg Historical, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

7 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.94 (17 reviews)
100%
0%
GreatNice tournice lunch
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$136
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Johannesburg Historical, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Summary

Johannesburg(New York of Africa) in South Africa is the second largest city in Africa, in 2016 there were 4.94 million people living in the City of Johannesburg. Joburg, or Jozi as some prefer to call it, offers visitors an experience as unique and diverse as the city itself. Whether you are on busi...

Exclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
  • Standard Bank Ferreira Mine Stope
  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
  • Maboneng Precinct
  • Newtown
  • Apartheid Museum
  • Johannesburg
  • Diepkloof Park
  • Orlando Towers
  • Vilakazi Street
  • Mandela House
  • Hector Pieterson Memorial
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1 Day: Bus & Soweto Combo

1 Day: Bus & Soweto Combo

6 hrsFree cancellation
4.8 (59 reviews)
87.5%
12.5%
excellentrecommendedtours is excellent
Viator
$42
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1 Day: Bus & Soweto Combo
Summary

Join a 2-hour small group tour of the township of Soweto, described as the “New York of Africa", guided by a Soweto resident guide. Take in the sights of the city where Mandela once lived and Mahatma Gandhi started his legal career. Complete the day and see the sights of Johannesburg at your own pa...

Inclusions
  • Hop on Hop Off Sightseeing bus
  • Soweto small group tour
Exclusions
  • Apartheid Museum Entrance ZAR 150
  • Nelson Mandela's Home Entrance fee, Vilakazi Street: ZAR 60
Itinerary
  • Melrose Arch
  • Nelson Mandela Foundation
  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
  • Apartheid Museum
  • Gold Reef City
  • Newtown
  • Braamfontein
  • Johannesburg Zoo
  • South African National Museum of Military History
  • FNB Stadium
  • Soweto
  • Vilakazi Street
  • Soweto
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Johannesburg's Downtown Walking Tour with lunch

Johannesburg's Downtown Walking Tour with lunch

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.72 (18 reviews)
87.07%
12.93%
excellentexcellent in guidingknowledgeable
Viator
$84
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Johannesburg's Downtown Walking Tour with lunch
Summary

If you're looking for a traditional tour company that will give a highlighted touristic tour, then WE'RE NOT THE COMPANY YOU ARE LOOKING FOR... We offer Immersive Historical & Cultural experiences that take our clients a step closer to understanding South Africa's complex history. On these excursi...

Inclusions
  • Guide
Itinerary
  • Braamfontein
  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
  • Witwatersrand (Wits) University
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge
  • Newtown
  • Gandhi Square
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1-Day Hop On-Hop Off Johannesburg Ticket

1-Day Hop On-Hop Off Johannesburg Ticket

Eco-Friendly
5 (3 reviews)
Tiqets
$23
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1-Day Hop On-Hop Off Johannesburg Ticket
Summary

Hop on the Johannesburg Green Tour at the main departure point in Rosebank and explore the leafy suburbs around Zoo Lake. Stop at all the top attractions, including Zoo lake, the Johannesburg Zoo and the Military Museum, before reaching Constitution Hill. Change buses here, and hop on the Red Ci...

Inclusions
  • 1 Day on the buses
  • Green Suburbs Loop
  • Red City Tour Loop
Exclusions
  • Entry fees to various attractions
Good to know
  • wheelchair accessible
Johannesburg Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Johannesburg Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

2 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (5 reviews)
92.86%
7.14%
highly interestingvery nicesafety issues
Viator
$39
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Johannesburg Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Summary

What if I told you that most travelers never really see Johannesburg? They pass through its streets, snap a few photos, and leave thinking they’ve captured its spirit, when in reality, they’ve only scratched the surface. Beneath the skyline and busy avenues lies a city filled with powerful stories, ...

Inclusions
  • Professional tour guide
  • 2-hour walking tour
Exclusions
  • Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
  • Newtown
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Constitutional Hill and Soweto Half Day Tour.

Constitutional Hill and Soweto Half Day Tour.

5 hrsSkip the linePrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
Viator
$78
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Constitutional Hill and Soweto Half Day Tour.
Summary

This tour is private, educational and flexable. Guests will have first hand experience walking on the foot steps of Nelson Mandela and Desmond. Guests will walk on the one and only street in the world that has been home to 2 peace Nobel prize winners. You will be entertained by the traditional stree...

Inclusions
  • Entry fees to Constitutional hill.
  • 1 bottle of water per traveller.
  • Transport.
  • Entry fees to Hector Peterson memorial.
  • Driver guide.
Exclusions
  • Snacks and drinks.
  • Orlando towers.
Itinerary
  • Constitutional Hill
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge
  • Newtown
  • Diepkloof Park
  • Orlando Towers
  • Vilakazi Street
  • Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We have one hour five minutes travel time going for the tour and coming back to drop off point.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

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Workers' Museum

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Nelson Mandela Bridge

700 m away • from $50

Museum Africa
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Museum Africa

700 m away • from $95

The Playground
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The Playground

950 m away • from $23

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

The experiences we compare are exceptionally well-regarded, holding an average rating of 4.79★ based on 525 pooled reviews across booking platforms. Reviewers frequently describe the tours as wonderful and informative, often highlighting the extensive knowledge of the guides.

Prices for the 11 different options we compare vary depending on the depth of the experience, but you can expect a typical price range of $29–$132. Most of the tours we find listed fall between $41–$118, with a median price of around $85.

Yes, flexibility is very common when booking through the platforms we compare. Roughly 73% of the available options include free cancellation, which is helpful if your schedule changes.

Sustainability is a notable feature of the local tour market. Nearly half (45%) of the options we compare are tagged as eco-friendly.

The duration varies significantly based on the itinerary. Most experiences last between 2–8 hours, with a median duration of about 6 hours.

While many options offer instant confirmation (found in 82% of the listings we compare), it is often worth booking ahead to secure your preferred time slot. If you prefer a more personal experience, about 18% of the options are private tours.

You can find tours offered in 7 different languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Use ride hailing apps like Uber or Bolt. Avoid walking alone at night or using public buses in unfamiliar areas.

Carry some South African Rand for small vendors. Most shops and restaurants accept major credit cards and contactless payments.

Yes, booking a local guide is highly recommended. It provides essential context and ensures you stay in safe, vetted areas.

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