Soweto

Johannesburg

Mandela House featuring street scenes
Mandela House showing street scenes, a city and signage
Mandela House featuring signage
Johannesburg - Gauteng which includes outdoor art and art
Mandela House which includes signage

Popular places to visit

Mandela House featuring a city and signage

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
Orlando Towers

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
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial

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

Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital

If Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Moroka.

Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

If Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Johannesburg.

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

Maponya Mall

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Maponya Mall. Discover the area's coral reefs and seek out the safari tours.

Maponya Mall

Things to do

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township

HK$610
per adult
Half-Day Guided Tour of Johannesburg and Soweto Township
Johannesburg and Soweto tour

Johannesburg and Soweto tour

HK$950
per adult
Johannesburg and Soweto tour
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours

HK$340
per adult
Soweto Quad Bike and Tuk Tuk Tours
Most authentic, bespoke, small group, SOWETO tour on offer

SOWETO: Ethical, bespoke, authentic, community driven small group

HK$972
per adult
SOWETO: Ethical, bespoke, authentic, community driven small group
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

Soweto by Tuk-Tuk

HK$411
per adult
Soweto by Tuk-Tuk
Half-Day Private Tuk Tuk Tour in Soweto

Private local authentic soweto Moto taxi experience

HK$433
per adult
Private local authentic soweto Moto taxi experience
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Top hotels in Soweto

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 HK$1,003 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
HK$1,003
HK$1,165 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,712 reviews)
Great stay.
"Great stay."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is HK$709 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
HK$709
HK$823 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (243 reviews)
"Great hotel, would stay again."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

@Sandton Hotel
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is HK$450 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
HK$450
HK$522 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (654 reviews)
"We always stay they every time we come. They are very consistent with the cleanliness, hospitality, feel safe. The restaurant staff always goes above and beyond for our kids with allergies. Till next time."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

4 out of 5
The Zone Oxford Rd Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is HK$550 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
HK$550
HK$712 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (454 reviews)
"This is the BEST holiday inn , ever. Location, customer service, cleanliness, 10/10! I was very impressed with my stay here. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to stay in a area great when visiting Johannesburg"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

3 out of 5
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is HK$903 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
HK$903
HK$1,049 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International ...
7.8/10 Good! (533 reviews)
"Very convenient for a stop over at airport, free shuttle worked well, and no issues!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

5 out of 5
2 Maude Street, Corner of 5th Street, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is HK$1,355 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
HK$1,355
HK$1,579 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (694 reviews)
"Nice staff good service"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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Orlando East

While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.

Orlando East
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens which includes a garden 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 Clearwater Mall or Ruimsig Country Club.

Roodepoort
Gold Reef City featuring rides, a pond and a park

Johannesburg South

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

Johannesburg South
Johannesburg Botanical Garden featuring a garden

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden 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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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg

Soweto