Soweto Travel Guide

Johannesburg
Mandela House which includes street scenes

Popular places to visit

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Mandela House

4/5(18 reviews)

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
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Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
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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
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Montecasino

4.5/5(16 reviews)

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
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Gold Reef City Casino

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
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Nelson Mandela Square

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square

Top hotels in Soweto

Garden Court Sandton City
Garden Court Sandton City
3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is ₹5,625 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
₹5,625
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (842 reviews)
"Great place to stay considering the fact that the city is not always safe"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Garden Court Sandton City
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is ₹7,177 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
₹7,177
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Overnight airport stay
"Convenient to airport with free shuttle service. Well priced, great buffet breakfast included in tariff. Well priced evening restaurant with buffet and alacarte on site. Very friendly and helpful staff. A good stay."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
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 ₹7,431 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
₹7,431
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,218 reviews)
"Location and convenience were of supreme importance. A good, clean, reasonably priced hotel right inside the airport complex. As before, cleaning staff are rather noisy in the hallways from early morning. Breakfast was scrumptious but the choice between a warm (full) breakfast or a cold breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Sandton Sun and Towers
Sandton Sun and Towers
5 out of 5
Cnr Fifth & Alice Streets, Sandton, Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹14,354 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
₹14,354
per night
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (457 reviews)
"I stay in a number of hotels around Mandela Square before but no one comes close to the value for money of the Sandton Sun."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Sandton Sun and Towers
Hilton Sandton
Hilton Sandton
5 out of 5
138 Rivonia Road, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is ₹6,498 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
₹6,498
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (573 reviews)
"Nice area"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Hilton Sandton
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
2 Hulley Road, Isando, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is ₹6,188 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
₹6,188
per night
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (664 reviews)
"Great staff, all round but bottled water wasn't provided. Food was delicious."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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Florida

When in Florida, you can plan a visit to Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial and Mandela House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Florida
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens featuring 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 Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden or Clearwater Mall.

Roodepoort
Gold Reef City featuring a pond, a garden 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 Gold Reef City Casino or Apartheid Museum.

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 showing a garden

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Johannesburg Botanical Garden or Cresta Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Randburg
Maropeng featuring 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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