Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

FromZAR 295
3 hours
Johannesburg South, South Africa

About this activity

Experience Johannesburg's highlights with a flexible hop-on hop-off tour, including a guided Soweto excursion to explore the city's rich history and culture.

Highlights

  • Explore Johannesburg's vibrant city center
  • Discover the rich history of Soweto
  • Visit iconic landmarks like Vilakazi Street
  • Enjoy panoramic views from the bus
  • Learn about South Africa's cultural heritage

Full description

Discover the heart of Johannesburg with the Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour, offering unlimited access to the city's top attractions for a full day. This flexible tour allows you to explore at your own pace, hopping on and off at various stops throughout the city. Enhance your adventure with the optional guided Soweto excursion, delving into the rich history and vibrant culture of this iconic township. Visit landmarks such as Vilakazi Street, home to both Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu, and gain insights into South Africa's past and present. With audio commentary available in multiple languages, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Johannesburg's diverse heritage. Whether you're a history buff, culture enthusiast, or simply looking to explore the city, this tour offers an engaging and informative experience for all travelers.

Included / Excluded

  • Unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 1 day
  • Guided tour of Soweto township
  • Audio commentary in multiple languages
  • Meals and beverages

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates daily; check the schedule for specific times.
  • Children under 5 years old can join for free when accompanied by an adult.
  • The Soweto excursion is optional and may require an additional fee.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • A 2h small group Soweto Tour can be added

Traveler reviews

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City sightseeing 10/10 excellent

We did the city tour and the safari to Dinokeng... The safari was an incredible, interesting, and very fun experience... The city sightseeing service was excellent from the moment we boarded the bus that would take us to the reserve; it had Wi-Fi, A/C, and bottles of water along the way. The Dinokeng reserve was wonderful... We saw animals that we only appreciated in zoos and on TV. I want to thank @Tebogo at the Rosebank office who got us 5 last-minute tickets so we could do the safari.

TheBoliviantraveler1Sep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Humbling trip around Soweto

The Soweto part of this bus tour was fantastic. Our guide, Kageso, who was Soweto born and bred, was absolutely fantastic. His enthusiasm, knowledge and fabulous personality really made the experience memorable. 5* to him !!

658joannebSep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent opportunity to get to know the city but also basic aspects of its culture and recent history.

It is very well organized. The stories through headphones can be heard in several languages, including Spanish. Although there isn't enough time to get off at every stop, the extension to Soweto is highly recommended as an immersion into the neighborhood where the harsh reality of apartheid was experienced with the greatest intensity.

ALBERTO_DSep 11, 2026VIATOR

Great tour. Visited all...

Great tour. Visited all areas of Jo'burg. Well organised, easy to navigate. Interesting and good value for money. Soweto tour a must!

Leanne_DSep 11, 2026VIATOR

Very punctual and...

Very punctual and covering the main landmarks of the city. Soweto tour was good but there was no time to enter the Mandela house and I would have liked to do that without waiting for the next bus stop in the same place (every 40 minutes), so in the end I skipped It. I would suggest to include that visit (or the option/time to do It) in the duration of the tour.

dilullogiuliaSep 6, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

A 2h small group Soweto Tour can be added