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Things to do in City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews

Design your own African-print garment

Fill your day with bespoke fashion, local food culture, and a city experience all in one.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 433 reviews

Ride through Soweto's historic streets

Cycle through Orlando West and East, visiting key sites and enjoying a local drink, Kota.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

Soweto and Johannesburg historical & Cultural Tour

Experience South Africa's rich history and vibrant local culture in every moment.

5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

Soweto Walking tour with Food & Beer

Experience Soweto like a local. Enjoy a fatcake breakfast, visit Memorial sites, taste a local Kota, share a local beer and discover the history, culture and people that make Soweto unforgettable.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews

Explore Johannesburg's underground book scene

Discover the vibrant, hidden world of street booksellers and it's literary history.

5 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Immerse yourself in local history

Meander vibrant streets, hear fascinating stories, and experience local life.

5 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Joburg Art Gallery Hopping Tour

Celebrate summer by journeying through Johannesburg’s top galleries. Our expert-led art tour will unlock the deeper meaning behind the art, offering profound insights and understanding.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

Explore Soweto's hidden gems

Discover the real Soweto, from the Hector Pieterson Memorial to Vilakazi Street.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Soweto Art, Wine & Paint Experience

Discover Soweto through art, colour and creativity. Explore vibrant murals and street art on a guided walk before returning to paint your own masterpiece while sipping on local South African wine.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

The City Heritage Walk

Journey through the historic mining district, visit iconic landmarks, old mining company headquarters, and heritage sites that tell the story of gold, labour, migration, and urban development.

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The Ultimate Jozi Art Experince - Create & Chill

Explore Jozi’s vibrant art scene, create your own masterpiece, test your collector’s eye, battle in art trivia, bid in a live auction, enjoy AI ice cream and taste Jozi’s finest flavours.

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Joburgs Ultimate Drifting Experience

Stand trackside with a thrill seeking curator as local drivers burn out, drift and walk you through the precise art and preparation behind their iconic local art of spinning.

1 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Soweto Culture & History Mandela House & Vilakazi

Start with coffee near Mandela House, then walk Vilakazi Street, hear Soweto Uprising stories at Hector Pieterson Memorial, and pause for photo moments at murals and creative spaces.

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Art and Rugs: Made local

Select a South African design, create your own rug inspired by the chosen design with guidance from a cultural workshop founder and instructors, then pause for photos and drinks.

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Union Buildings Heritage Walk

Walk through the iconic terraces and gardens of the Union Buildings while discovering their architecture, history, symbolism, and the stories behind one of South Africa’s most important landmarks.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Underground to Sky Architectural Walking Tour

Walk the original downtown with an architecture enthusiast who studied at Wits University and compare the creative, financial and mining districts through their buildings.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Inside Soweto's Music Scene-Live Tuesday Jam

Every Tuesday evening Soweto’s oldest hippy underground music space comes alive. Experience a live jam session where new and legendary musicians improvise, collaborate, and create "Magic Tuesdays"

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Johannesburg Trails & Scenic Hiking Experience

Escape the city and discover Johannesburg’s hidden natural beauty. Enjoy a guided hike through scenic trails, breathtaking viewpoints, local wildlife, and unforgettable landscapes with KAY Tours SA.

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Create Unique Handcrafted Modern African Jewellery

Learn how to creatively combine leather strings, stainless steel chains, wooden beads and other endogenous materials to produce your own unique African inspired jewellery pieces.

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Proudly African Cuisine & Wine at Bertrand Cafe

Taste local wines paired with a three-course local meal crafted to highlight bold flavors and unique combinations.