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Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch

About this experience

Historical Significance: Soweto played a crucial role during the apartheid era, and its history is intricately linked with the struggle for freedom and human rights in South Africa. The township was a hotbed of political activism and home to prominent anti-apartheid activists, including Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.

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  • Duration: 8 hr

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Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary and highlights

Mandela House is situated in the vibrant township of Soweto, an acronym for "South Western Townships." Soweto played a crucial role in the struggle against apartheid and is of immense historical and cultural significance.

Hector Pieterson was a 13-year-old boy who tragically lost his life during the Soweto Uprising on June 16, 1976. The Soweto Uprising was a student-led protest against the apartheid government's policy of enforcing education in the Afrikaans language.

The Apartheid Museum serves as a vital institution dedicated to documenting and preserving the history of apartheid in South Africa. Its primary objective is to promote understanding, foster dialogue, and raise awareness about the injustices and human rights violations that occurred during the apartheid era.

Sakhumzi is situated on the renowned Vilakazi Street in Soweto, the only street in the world to have been home to two Nobel Prize winners, Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. The restaurant exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with lively music, vibrant decor, and a sense of community.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Motleys Tours and Travel

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 8+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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