Attractions in Soweto
Distances are from the town centre.
Kliptown Museum - Soweto, Johannesburg
The Kliptown Museum in Soweto, Johannesburg, is one of South Africa’s most evocative and thought-provoking heritage attractions. Situated on the edge of the Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication, the very site where the historic Congress of the People took place in June 1955, the museum brings to li...
Soweto Mushroom Festival - Soweto, Johannesburg
Soweto Mushroom Festival - The Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication in Kliptown, the historic heart of Soweto, was the stage for the media launch of the annual Soweto Mushroom Festival. Soweto taxis were the mode of transport and waiting on the square were previous winners of the Soweto Mushroom Fe...
Mandela House - Soweto, Johannesburg
Mandela House, located at 8115 Vilakazi Street in Soweto, Johannesburg, is a museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. This modest, four-roomed brick house was Mandela's home from 1946 to 1962, before his imprisonment. It holds profound historical significance as it offers a glim...
Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum - Soweto, Johannesburg
The Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum, located in Soweto, Johannesburg, is a poignant tribute to the events of the 1976 Soweto Uprising and the young lives lost during this pivotal moment in South Africa’s struggle against apartheid. Named after Hector Pieterson, a 12-year-old boy who was one ...
Soweto Towers - Orlando East, Soweto, Johannesburg
The Soweto Towers, also known as the Orlando Towers, are iconic structures located in the heart of Soweto, Johannesburg. Originally built as part of the Orlando Power Station in the 1950s, these cooling towers have been transformed into a vibrant hub of adventure sports and cultural activities. T...
Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital - Soweto, Johannesburg
Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, located in Soweto, Johannesburg, is one of the largest hospitals in the world and has a rich history dating back to World War II. The hospital's origins can be traced to 1941 when the British government established a military hospital near Johannesburg to care for...
CMR Golf Club - Roodepoort, Johannesburg
The CMR Golf Club, located in Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa, is a well-regarded golf facility known for its picturesque setting and well-maintained greens. The original course was opened in 1932. The current course was designed by Peter Matkovich in 1999. The current course features an 18-...
Johannesburg Expo Centre - Nasrec, Johannesburg
The Johannesburg Expo Centre, located in Nasrec, Johannesburg, is one of South Africa's largest and most versatile exhibition and conference venues. Covering an impressive 150,000 square meters, the centre is equipped to host a wide range of events, from large-scale trade shows and exhibitions to...
Rand Show - Nasrec, Johannesburg
The Rand Show, held annually at the Johannesburg Expo Centre in Nasrec, is one of South Africa's oldest and largest consumer exhibitions, dating back over a century. Typically held over the Easter holidays, this vibrant event draws thousands of visitors with its wide-ranging attractions, includin...
Roodepoort Museum - Roodepoort, Johannesburg
The Roodepoort Museum, located in Roodepoort, Gauteng, offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's history and heritage. Established to preserve and present the cultural history of Roodepoort and the surrounding West Rand, the museum focuses on showcasing life in Roodepoort from the 19th centu...
FNB Stadium - Nasrec, Johannesburg
Built in preparation for the 2010 FIFA World Cup which was hosted in South Africa, Soccer City or FNB Stadium was completed on the 21st of October 2009. Located in Nasrec, Johannesburg, adjacent to the Johannesburg Expo Centre, the stadium is the largest stadium in Africa and fifth largest in the...
Roodepoort Theatre - Roodepoort, Johannesburg
The Roodepoort Theatre, located in Florida Park, Roodepoort, Johannesburg, has a rich history as a cultural and performing arts hub within the region. Originally established in 1981 as the Roodepoort Civic Theatre, it was built to serve the local community by providing a dedicated space for cultu...
Kloofendal Nature Reserve - Roodepoort, Johannesburg
For an escape from the day to day grind of the city, its time to head to Kloofendal Nature Reserve. The reserve is situated in the Roodepoort suburb of the same name, on Gauteng's West Rand. This 125-hectare ecotourism and cultural heritage park was one of Johannesburgs first nature reserves and ...
Apartheid Museum - Ormonde, Johannesburg
The Apartheid Museum in Ormonde, Johannesburg tells the story of a very dark era in South Africas history which began in 1948 and was to last for 46 years. Apartheid. The word apartheid is an Afrikaans word which means separation, and in 1948 the ruling party, the National Party implemented the p...
Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve - Johannesburg South
The Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve is conveniently situated in Johannesburg South and is only 10 km from the center of Johannesburg, 5 km from Soweto and 25km from Sandton. The reserve which was proclaimed in 1984 is a 680 hectare stretch of open veld and koppies. The Bloubosspruit winds its w...
Christ the King Anglican Church - Sophiatown, Johannesburg
Christ the King Anglican Church was originally designed by Frank Flemming and built in 1935 in Ray Street, Triomf ("Triumph") and is the only complete remnant of Sophiatown. Under the leadership of the anti-apartheid campaigner, Archbishop Trevor Huddleston, the church was made famous in the 1940...
Gold Reef City Theme Park - Johannesburg South
Gold Reef City Theme Park in Johannesburg South is one of South Africa's premier amusement destinations, blending thrilling rides and attractions with a rich historical backdrop. Located just a few kilometers from the city center, Gold Reef City is built on an old gold mine, offering visitors a u...
Gold Reef City Casino - Johannesburg
Gold Reef City Casino in Johannesburg is a prominent entertainment complex that combines the excitement of casino gaming with the historical charm of Johannesburg's gold rush era. Located just south of the city center, the casino is part of the larger Gold Reef City Theme Park, which is themed ar...
Helen Joseph Hospital - Auckland Park, Johannesburg
Helen Joseph Hospital is a prominent public healthcare facility located in Auckland Park, Johannesburg, South Africa. Named after the anti-apartheid activist Helen Joseph, the hospital has been providing essential medical services since its establishment in the early 1960s. It is known for offeri...
University of Johannesburg - Kingsway Campus, Auckland Park
Set within the vibrant sprawl of Johannesburg, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a dynamic force in South African higher education. Established in 2005 through a major institutional merger, UJ has rapidly grown into one of the country’s leading universities, known for its research output, gl...