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
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
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

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

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

Germiston Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Germiston Lake during your travels in Johannesburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Germiston Lake

Things to do

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Rp1.768.493
per adult
Johannesburg and Soweto tour
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Rp698.210
per adult
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Rp843.435
per adult
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Rp2.448.683
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Nelson Mandela bridge at night in Johannesburg

Half-Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour

Rp2.294.506
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour
Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off

Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off

Rp952.265
per adult
Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off
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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 Rp2.234.638 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
Rp2.234.638
Rp2.569.834 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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! (1,656 reviews)
"Perfect location as you never have to leave the airport"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 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! (209 reviews)
"I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone @Sandton Hotel for making my stay so wonderful. From the warm welcome at the door to the little extra touches throughout my visit, you all made me feel right at home. Your kindness, friendliness, and genuine care didn’t go unnoticed — it truly made ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 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 Rp862.158 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
Rp862.158
Rp1.001.397 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
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! (615 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St., Benmore, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.481.835 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
Rp1.481.835
Rp1.721.151 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
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! (1,000 reviews)
"This is a nice spot close to the mall but you still have to be careful."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
4 out of 5
20 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is Rp1.044.020 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
Rp1.044.020
Rp1.212.629 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (865 reviews)
"Reception service was great, housekeeping needs to be more attentive, fresh towels usually have hair from other guests, floors are cleaned haphazardly."

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
3.5 out of 5
135 West Street, Sandton, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp937.260 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
Rp937.260
Rp1.077.849 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (665 reviews)
"Nice and sweet"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
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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 Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden or Clearwater Mall.

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 Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.

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 Museum Africa 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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