Soweto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mandela House featuring street scenes
Mandela House featuring a city, street scenes and signage
Mandela House featuring signage
Johannesburg which includes art and outdoor art
Mandela House showing signage

Popular places to visit

Mandela House which includes a city and signage

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

Activities

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

NZ$79
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
A Day Of Soweto Food & Beer Tour

Soweto Food & Beer Tour

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Soweto Food & Beer Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour

Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour

NZ$59
per adult
Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

NZ$93
per adult
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk
Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch

Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch

NZ$79
per adult
Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour

NZ$192
per adult
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Soweto Hotel Deals

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 NZ$238 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$238
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,795 reviews)
"5 out of 5"

Reviewed on 1 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 NZ$124 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$124
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (701 reviews)
A quick stop in Jozie
"Check in was a pleasure The room was very clean and comfortable with all basic amenities available in the room Shower worked well I even got a late check out for 1pm Overall staff and service is great I definitely recommend and will certainly use this facility again"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$167 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$167
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (263 reviews)
"I arrived before 0700 and the supervisor on duty was kind enough to allow early check in with no charge. I had the studio which was very clean. Breakfast was also excellent. I’ve already booked my next stay."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

@Sandton 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 NZ$365 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$365
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (708 reviews)
"Very welcoming and the staff treated us well on my birthday stay at the hotel. The toilet even had a hand spray, wow! Comfortable and spacious."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St., Benmore, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$163 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$163
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"I stayed at the Radisson Blu Hotel for one week and had an excellent experience. The staff were warm, professional, and always ready to assist. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained throughout my stay. I particularly enjoyed the variety and quality of the breakfast buffet as well as ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
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 NZ$388 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$388
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (142 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 showing 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 park, a pond 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
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Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Melville
Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park

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 showing 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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Maboneng Precinct

Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.

Maboneng Precinct

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