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

4/5(18 reviews)

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

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Rp732.909
per adult
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours
Grace Bible Church Soweto

Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto

Rp778.071
per adult
Visit Gospel service with additional Bicycle Tour of Soweto
Soweto,Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum tour

Apartheid museum, Soweto and Joburg highlights tour

Rp1.665.983
per adult
Apartheid museum, Soweto and Joburg highlights tour
Cullinan diamond mine tou

Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)

Rp1.713.582
per adult
Cullinan diamond mine tour(surface tour)
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Rp761.592
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Street Art & Heritage Buildings

The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour

Rp904.391
per adult
The Evolution of Maboneng Walking Tour
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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 Rp2.372.427 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp2.372.427
Rp2.728.291 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (1,814 reviews)
Very close to airport. Staff very friendly. Excellent place to stay.

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
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 Rp1.039.302 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.039.302
Rp1.207.149 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (726 reviews)
Great staff, convenient airport shuttle

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.544.154 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp1.544.154
Rp1.775.777 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (280 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

@Sandton Hotel
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St., Benmore, Sandton, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.498.120 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
Rp1.498.120
Rp1.740.066 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Muy buena ubicación, a dos cuadras de la Plaza Mandela, restaurante, bar y piscina muy buena. Personal atento

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

5 out of 5
2 Maude Street, Corner of 5th Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp3.069.678 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
Rp3.069.678
Rp3.530.130 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (723 reviews)
The hotel is in The World Famous Mandela Square. Best place to stay for easy access to shopping and restaurants.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
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 Rp3.215.943 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
Rp3.215.943
Rp3.735.317 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (144 reviews)
Great early check in. Awesome gym. Pillows too hard. Good food and service.

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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 Clearwater Mall or Ruimsig Country Club.

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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Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

Rosebank

Soweto Travel Guide