Soweto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Mandela's House
Visit the former home of Nelson Mandela to find artifacts and memorabilia relating to the life of South Africa’s most famous public figure.
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.
Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
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.
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 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.
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.
Activities
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Our pick of the best Soweto Hotel Deals
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
The staff were very nice and the breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
While this isn’t the most luxurious or contemporary hotel, it feels very homely and public spaces are charming - as are the staff, who made us feel vsry welcome.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Staff was good and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Great service & friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Garden Court Sandton City
Great
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Rooms are small, but you really can’t be this location. About 400 feet from the Nelson Mandela Square where there’s a great mall with a lot of adoption. Also 800 feet from the train station gets you to and from the airport. It’s really convenient and safe Neighborhood to stay in to explore Johannesburg. ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Soweto
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, South Western Townships and Mandela's House are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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 Gold Reef City Casino.
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.
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.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
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