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

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
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
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

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

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

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

If Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Johannesburg.

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic 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

Things to do

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Rp1.986.912
per adult
Johannesburg and Soweto tour
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Rp1.282.602
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Rp715.534
per adult
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours
Most authentic, bespoke, small group, SOWETO tour on offer

SOWETO: Ethical, bespoke, authentic, community driven small group

Rp2.044.728
per adult
SOWETO: Ethical, bespoke, authentic, community driven small group
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Rp848.772
per adult
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk
The Munro Drive Photo Stop

Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Rp302.062
per adult
Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto
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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 Rp2.130.224 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp2.130.224
Rp2.449.758 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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! (1,700 reviews)
Layover in Johannesberg
"Very convenient for travel."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
@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! (236 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful, clean and friendly staff. Plenty amenities from restaurants to spas"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

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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 Rp1.252.372 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.252.372
Rp1.454.631 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (639 reviews)
"Great Customer Service fulfilled customer request all the time."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.110.429 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.110.429
Rp1.276.992 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (676 reviews)
"Sandton centre at this price, what else you can ask for."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

4 out of 5
The Zone Oxford Rd Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.086.979 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp1.086.979
Rp1.414.623 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
A gem
"Excellent location, superb staff, great room, fantastic breakfast"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

4 out of 5
42 The High Street, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is Rp3.443.624 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp3.443.624
Rp3.999.769 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
"My new favorite hotel in Joburg"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
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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 Ruimsig Country Club 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 Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

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 Johannesburg City Hall 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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