History Bicycle Tour of Soweto

Depart from the Hector Pieterson Museum in Orlando West and begin your cycling tour of Soweto. See where the township was first established in 1904, and learn about the historic events that have taken place there since.

Hear about the good, bad, ugly, and sad aspects of Soweto's history as you see some important places in the township. See a mineworkers' hostel, an orphanage, several churches, and the homes once lived in by Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

Stop at Orlando West High School to learn about the student uprising against Apartheid in 1976 that led to the death of Hector Pieterson. Visit the Hector Pieterson Museum on your own after the tour.

The tour concludes at the Coffee and Cream cafe.

This tour will let you experience day to day life in the township, from the first people living in Soweto up to today's flamboyant five star Soweto Hotel. You will visit a squatter camp and Regina Mundi church, see Nelson Mandela's house and hear stories about the struggle by black South Africans against Apartheid. You also experience 'the better life for all South Africans' starting after the first free elections in 1994.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers