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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 429 reviewsRide through Soweto's historic streets
Cycle through Orlando West and East, visiting key sites and enjoying a local drink, Kota.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 950 reviewsTrace Soweto’s living history with a local guide
Follow Soweto’s streets with a local guide and hear stories of its people and history.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviewsDesign your own African-print garment
Fill your day with bespoke fashion, local food culture, and a city experience all in one.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviewsSoweto tuk-tuk Tour
Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Soweto. Discover it's complex history & Urban Culture
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviewsSoweto and Johannesburg historical & Cultural Tour
Experience South Africa's rich history and vibrant local culture in every moment.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviewsExplore Johannesburg's underground book scene
Discover the vibrant, hidden world of street booksellers and it's literary history.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 265 reviewsMaboneng Street Art & Culture Tour
Discover why this global creative hub is a must see for lovers of fashion, food, and art.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviewsSoweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Join a cultural tour of Orlando West in Soweto. Bike through homes of political icons who lived here while fighting the regime during apartheid.
5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviewsSoweto Walking tour with Food & Beer
Experience Soweto like a local. Enjoy a fatcake breakfast, visit Memorial sites, taste a local Kota, share a local beer and discover the history, culture and people that make Soweto unforgettable.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviewsAmapiano and afrobeats Nightout in Johannesburg
Dive into the vibrant nightlife of South Africa's largest city by going to clubs and bars.
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New place to stayArt and Rugs: Made local
Select a South African design, create your own rug inspired by the chosen design with guidance from a cultural workshop founder and instructors, then pause for photos and drinks.
New place to stayMandela, Art & Robots: The cool guy's Soweto
Visit Mandela House and learn about Soweto’s history, enjoy a local art auction over a glass of bubbly, share a lunch of traditional and global dishes, and taste ice cream made by an AI-powered robot.
New place to staySoweto's Jewel: Food, art, history & AI Ice cream
Take in Diepkloof from a rooftop vantage, have fun bidding in an art auction, then share township flavors and sample robot-made ice cream. Everything included in the package!
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsUnderground to Sky Architectural Walking Tour
Walk the original downtown with an architecture enthusiast who studied at Wits University and compare the creative, financial and mining districts through their buildings.
New place to stayThe Village of African Spiritually
Step into the world of renowned African storyteller, and traditional healer Credo Mutwa. Explore the fascinating sculptures, symbols, and stories of the Credo Mutwa Cultural Village.
New place to stayAround The World in Culinary Dishes
Around the World in Culinary Dishes is an immersive hospitality and networking experience designed to connect people through curated cuisine, cultural storytelling and collaborative conversations.
New place to stayThe City Heritage Safety Walk.
Journey through the historic mining district, visit iconic landmarks, old mining company headquarters, and heritage sites that tell the story of gold, labour, migration, and urban development.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsInside Soweto's Music Scene-Live Tuesday Jam
Every Tuesday evening Soweto’s oldest hippy underground music space comes alive. Experience a live jam session where new and legendary musicians improvise, collaborate, and create "Magic Tuesdays"
New place to stayJohannesburg Trails & Scenic Hiking Experience
Escape the city and discover Johannesburg’s hidden natural beauty. Enjoy a guided hike through scenic trails, breathtaking viewpoints, local wildlife, and unforgettable landscapes with KAY Tours SA.
New place to stayCreate Unique Handcrafted Modern African Jewellery
Learn how to creatively combine leather strings, stainless steel chains, wooden beads and other endogenous materials to produce your own unique African inspired jewellery pieces.
