Unearth South Africa’s history on a Soweto and Constitution Hill tour. Visit the Political Prison Museum, learn about discrimination, and explore the vibrant township of Soweto.
Unearth South Africa’s history on a Soweto and Constitution Hill tour. Visit the Political Prison Museum, learn about discrimination, and explore the vibrant township of Soweto.
- Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct - Constitution Hill serves as a vibrant museum narrating South Africa’s journey to democracy. It stands on the site of a former prison and military fort, reflecting the nation’s challenging history. Visitors can explore the prison museum, gaining intriguing insights into South Africa’s past. This site…
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Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct - Constitution Hill serves as a vibrant museum narrating South Africa’s journey to democracy. It stands on the site of a former prison and military fort, reflecting the nation’s challenging history. Visitors can explore the prison museum, gaining intriguing insights into South Africa’s past. This site includes the infamous Old Fort Prison complex, known as NUMBER FOUR, where numerous ordinary criminals and political prisoners, such as the late President Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Joe Slovo, Albertina Sisulu, Winnie Mandela, and Fatima Meer, faced harsh punishment before democracy was achieved. Guests can also visit South Africa’s highest court, the Constitutional Court, on a guided tour if it is not in session.
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Baragwanath - The tour continues with a drive over the impressive Mandela Bridge in Johannesburg, heading towards Soweto. Entering Soweto through Diepkloof Extension, visitors learn about the area’s history and demographics. The tour passes Baragwanath Hospital, the largest hospital in Southern Africa and the third largest globally, covering 7 hectares (170 acres). Baragwanath Hospital serves as a teaching facility for Witwatersrand Medical University and all provincial hospitals in Johannesburg.
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Vilakazi Street - Vilakazi Street is a renowned attraction with significant historical importance. It is the only street worldwide where two Nobel Prize winners once resided. The homes of the late President Mandela and the late Archbishop Tutu are located here. Visitors have time to explore the flea market, offering clothes, artifacts, and curios. Sakhumzi Restaurant, near Mandela House, offers a South African cuisine buffet, including dumplings, rice, pap, samp, and tripe. Other dishes include beef stew, sausages, chicken, vegetables, salads, and dessert. Light lunch options are also available, with lunch being optional.
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Mandela House - Mandela House on Vilakazi Street, Soweto, was constructed in 1945 by the Johannesburg City Council. Mandela lived here before his imprisonment. The house offers a meaningful experience, educating visitors about Nelson Mandela’s life and promoting human rights, democracy, reconciliation, mutual respect, and tolerance among South Africans. Guests can enjoy a guided tour of Mandela House.
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Orlando Towers - Orlando Towers are iconic landmarks in Soweto. Originally cooling towers for a coal-powered station that supplied electricity to Johannesburg for over 50 years, the station closed in 1998 and was converted into an entertainment and sports center in 2008. The towers are vibrantly painted and often used for advertising by various companies.

- Entrance to Constitution Hill
- Pick up and drop off at your address in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided tour
- Entrance to Mandela House
- Entrance to Constitution Hill
- Pick up and drop off at your address in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided tour
- Entrance to Mandela House
- Lunch and drinks.(Optional)
- Items of personal interest
- Lunch and drinks.(Optional)
- Items of personal interest
Our tours are led by professional guides. The Constitution Hill tour provides a comprehensive understanding of how Apartheid impacted all South Africans, including both ordinary criminals and political leaders in prison. The Constitutional Court tour offers insights into the structure of South Africa’s judiciary.
We also visit Soweto, a popular…
Our tours are led by professional guides. The Constitution Hill tour provides a comprehensive understanding of how Apartheid impacted all South Africans, including both ordinary criminals and political leaders in prison. The Constitutional Court tour offers insights into the structure of South Africa’s judiciary.
We also visit Soweto, a popular destination for both locals and international travelers, and a must-see for anyone visiting Johannesburg. In Soweto, the guide will explain the history behind the establishment of townships and their demographics. You will also observe areas of development as well as those still requiring attention.
Key attractions in Soweto include Vilakazi Street, where Mandela House is located, and you will have the opportunity to tour Mandela House. Exploring the flea market and enjoying a buffet lunch are optional activities.
- Hector Pieterson museum open from Tuesdays to Sundays.The museum is closed on Mondays.
- Allocated time include traveling time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.