Nelson Mandela Square - Home to an iconic statue of Nelson Mandela, this square is a popular attraction in Johannesburg.

Houghton Estate - Nelson Mandela’s Houghton house, where he moved with his wife towards the end of his presidency. Houghton Estate is a beautiful, leafy-green, affluent northern suburb of Johannesburg.

Munro Drive - A scenic viewpoint offering beautiful, leafy-green views of Johannesburg North.

Hillbrow Tower - The Hillbrow Tower, an emblem of the city, dominates the Johannesburg skyline.

Constitution Hill - A living museum that narrates South Africa’s journey to democracy. Once a prison and military fort, it now houses the Constitutional Court, which upholds the rights of all citizens.

Braamfontein - A vibrant area with museums, theatres, nightlife, restaurants, trendy coffee shops, contemporary art galleries, and unique design and fashion stores.

Nelson Mandela Bridge - A striking and famous landmark in Johannesburg, this relatively new bridge has quickly gained iconic status.

Newtown - Rich in biodiversity and cultural history dating back to the 1880s, Newtown is now a hub of progress and arts with numerous art galleries, museums, and theatres.

Mining District - Explore the city’s early mining history with relics from the gold rush, such as mining headgear, stamp presses, and carts, along with informative boards detailing the history.

Gandhi Square - Features a statue of Mahatma Gandhi, depicting the Indian independence campaigner and nonviolent pacifist as a young man.

Carlton Centre - Known as Johannesburg CBD, this area is one of the main business centers of Johannesburg and has the densest collection of skyscrapers in Africa.

Maboneng Precinct - Meaning “Place of Light,” this thriving community features a mix of restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, art galleries, and retail and studio spaces, attracting both inner-city residents and the chic, art-going crowd.

FNB Stadium - On the way to Soweto, you’ll pass the largest stadium (Soccer City), which hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2010 FIFA World Cup and has been the site of historic events. The stadium’s unique design is internationally acclaimed.

Diepkloof Park - Learn about the origins of Soweto township and current “kasi” life before walking in the footsteps of legends like Nobel Peace Prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu at their houses on Vilakazi Street.

Orlando Towers - These towers have become one of the most distinctive landmarks in Soweto Township.

Vilakazi Street - Visit the houses of Nobel Peace Prize winners Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu on this famous street in South Africa.

Mandela’s House - Visit the house where former South African president Nelson Mandela lived. Now known as No. 8115, it is one of South Africa’s most significant heritage sites, telling its story through sound, film, interpretive panels, and guided tours.

Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial - A national heritage site near the spot where 13-year-old Hector was shot during the Soweto Uprising on June 16, 1976. It symbolizes resistance to the brutality of the apartheid government.

Regina Mundi Catholic Church - Known as “the people’s church,” this site played a pivotal role in the township’s history of resistance against apartheid.

Kliptown Youth Program - Optional squatter camp tour.