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Jim Stewart said…... the 1976 Soweto Massacre. Violent uprising met with even more violent repression and then the writing… continue reading »
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Jim Stewart said
…. Tomorrow I plan to visit the Apartheid Museum and take a tour of Soweto.… continue reading »
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Jim Stewart said
…/tour of Soweto Township for Tuesday and a Wednesday trip to the Lesedi Cultural Village where five… continue reading »
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Seo & Dale said…. Chilledout on sat night and then on sunday Headed to the Apartheid museum near soweto. I really didnt… continue reading »
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La Hermosa Vida said…This street in Soweto, Vilakazi Street, is likely the only street in the world hosting the homes… continue reading »
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… homes in soweto for the blacks..but that took years..and then the gov't didn't buildn enough… continue reading »
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Joey & Becky said…So Where To? - The Locals Pun on Soweto After taking off from Grand… continue reading »
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Marc s Watson Year said… sightseeing Soweto, Constitution Hill, and running errands with the Hurwitzes. Ate last night at a great… continue reading »
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RTWFrans said…Het woord "Soweto" doet menig Afrikaner (blanke Afrikaans-talige) van angst beven... Ik was al… continue reading »
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Allygato said…!We also visited the township called Soweto where Nelson Mandela lived with his wife and children… continue reading »
More information on Soweto
This is the historic heart of the freedom struggle that took place in South Africa. Soweto (or ‘SOuth WEst Townships') is replete with schools, squares, cemeteries and other memorials that carry now-famous names. Both ex-President Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu have homes here. It is recommended that visits to Soweto are undertaken via a reputable firm, for reasons of security. Tour operators offer a variety of packages, most including the Soweto Shebeen (local drinking houses) Route, which allows one a genuine taste of the warm hospitality that fills life in the township. Never dull, this township offers the wonderful experience of seeing how past incidents have impacted on the lives of residents today.
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Walter Sisulo Square - Kliptown Johannesburg, 1811 South AfricaAverage price: $12.92Distance 3.0 miles away Popularity #1 of 3 -
64 Jones Road JOHANNESBURG, 1620 South AfricaAverage price: $215.07Distance 5.7 miles away Popularity #3 of 3 -
Zulberg Close, Ernest Oppenhei JOHANNESBURG, 2100 South AfricaAverage price: $117.62Distance 5.7 miles away Popularity #4 of 3 -
Cnr Katherine Street JOHANNESBURG, 2146 South AfricaAverage price: $98.01Distance 5.7 miles away Popularity #67 of 3 -
Cnr Graystone Dr & Webber Rd JOHANNESBURG, 2146 South AfricaAverage price: $80.94Distance 5.7 miles away Popularity #2 of 3 -
Cnr Main Road & Peter Place JOHANNESBURG, 2125 South AfricaAverage price: $86.00Distance 5.7 miles away Popularity #6 of 3 -
Shaft 14 Northern Parkway Johannesburg, 2159 South AfricaAverage price: $170.00Distance 6.2 miles away Popularity #12 of 3 -
14th Ave/Hendrik Potgieter St, ROODEPOORT ZA 1715 Roodepoort, 1715 South AfricaAverage price: $163.57Distance 6.4 miles away Popularity #51 of 3 -
12 Malcolm Ave Johannesburg, 2091 South AfricaAverage price: $26.31Distance 7.1 miles away Popularity #137 of 3 -
1 Tolip St Randburg, 2092 South AfricaDistance 7.3 miles away Popularity #87 of 3
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This is the historic heart of the freedom struggle that took place in South Africa. Soweto (or ‘SOuth WEst Townships') is replete with sc...
Popularity #5 of 4 Real Travelers who've been here
lszarkowski said
… of mountains and green countryside. One last long bus ride to Jo'burg. Did a tour of Soweto. The tour was a… continue reading »
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When in Soweto, you have to visit the Regina Mundi church. Don't let the rather plain exteriors of the church fool you. The interiors are...
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The primary focus of the impressive displays at this museum is the discovery of gold in the Roodepoort area. There is also a full-size pi...
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Built around the No. 14 shaft of Crown Mines, this city is an authentic reproduction of Johannesburg at the beginning of the 1900s. There...
Distance 6.5 miles away Popularity #1 of 4 Real Travelers who've been here
Haha said
… the pilot made a deep turn to scare us. Fun!!!We also visited the Gold Reef City, which is a… continue reading »
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"Peace be da journey" is the essence of Cool Runnings Cafe, a Jamaican-themed cafe that taps into the island vibe. Nestled in the heart o...
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It may look like a small dinner-theater venue, but glance upwards and you'll see a three-sided gallery that's been used throughout its tw...
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With numerous castings as well as genuine artifacts, this museum offers new insights into the previously misunderstood study of ancient c...
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This warehouse of photojournalism will please amateur and professional photographers alike. With a definite slant towards documenting the...
Distance 8.1 miles away Popularity #71 of 4
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This casual and comfortable restaurant is situated in one of the most culturally rich areas. It proves to be a great place to eat at afte...
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Khulani Vilakazi started his brainchild Nambitha in 1999. This restaurant is a culmination of his dreams to represent the vibrant and ric...
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Wandie's is a successful restaurant catering mainly for tourists eager to soak up the sights and sounds of the township. None of that ant...
Distance 1.3 miles away Popularity #17 of 3 Real Travelers who've been here
Joey & Becky said
… are evidently obligated by tradition to bring their charges to “Wandies Place” for some authentic fare, Robert… continue reading »
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A delightful restaurant full of Jamaican magic, the atmosphere is carefree and colorful. A chic little cocktail bar and airy open plan ki...
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Loud music, breaking plates and dancing are everything you would expect to find at Big Time Tavern. This venue is festive and a great pla...
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One of the grand old ladies of Melville, Gradevole enjoys enduring popularity amongst Johannesburg diners. One of the defining features o...
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Located in the trendy suburb of Melville, La Vista teems with regulars from bohemian to hippie to white collar worker. That the restauran...
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There is only one thing that remains constant about Soi - it's inconsistency! Visitors to this eatery are sure to be enthralled by the li...
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After taking in a play at the Market Theatre, pop into Gramadoela's African Restaurant for lunch, dinner or a drink. Situated in the buil...
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Carvers is the result of a blend of Belgian and South African cuisine. The restaurant is housed in a serene old Cape Dutch building, alon...
Distance 9.0 miles away Popularity #43 of 3
Hotels near this attraction
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Holiday Inn Soweto - Freedom Square
3.0 miles away | Avg. price: $12.92 -
The Senator Hotel at Caesars Gauteng
5.7 miles away | Avg. price: $215.07 -
Courtyard Eastgate
5.7 miles away | Avg. price: $117.62 -
City Lodge Katherine Street Sandton
5.7 miles away | Avg. price: $98.01 -
Town Lodge - Sandton -
5.7 miles away | Avg. price: $80.94
Soweto Travel Experiences
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Back to Jo'burg
We took our time to return to Johannesburg, had a relaxed and uneventful day. The next day, Sunday the 31st, we met Fakazani a... Continue reading »
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Home on the plaas
As he awoke to the smell of koffie brewing on the fire and the dulcet tones of Ma Gevaar singing as she went about her daily chores, litt... Continue reading »
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Upward and Onward
Greetings from sunny Johannesburg!We are writing from Michael's Aunt Judy and Uncle Athol's house after having a great week in Jo... Continue reading »
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The Journey Begins
My journey began at the Backpacker's Ritz in Johannesburg with a group of 23 other travelers, ranging from England, Germany, Ireland, Aus... Continue reading »
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Johannesburg/Safari Drive
The highlight of the trip would be the Safari game drive. We wanted to go to South Africa mainly for the safari experience. Vast stretche... Continue reading »
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