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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: ZAR
- Languages: English, Zulu, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Sesotho, Tswana
- Climate: Subtropical highland
- Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
- Population: Approximately 5.7 million
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the dry winter months.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries, including the US, UK, and EU, generally require a visa to enter South Africa, but some nationalities have visa-free access for short stays. South Africa offers e-visa options and visas on arrival for select countries. Travelers typically need a valid passport, proof of onward travel, and sufficient funds. It is advisable to check the latest requirements before travel.
About Johannesburg
Johannesburg, often called Jo’burg or Jozi, is South Africa’s largest city and a vibrant economic hub. It is unique for its rich history tied to the gold mining boom and its role in the country’s struggle against apartheid. The city offers a dynamic mix of cultural diversity, modern urban life, and historical significance. Visitors are drawn to its bustling markets, world-class museums, and lively arts scene. Johannesburg serves as a gateway to exploring South Africa’s natural beauty and wildlife, with many safari parks nearby. Its blend of cosmopolitan energy and deep-rooted heritage makes it a compelling destination for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural enrichment.
Top Attractions
1. Apartheid Museum – A powerful museum detailing South Africa’s apartheid history through immersive exhibits. 2. Constitution Hill – A historic site housing the Constitutional Court and former prison complex, symbolizing justice and democracy. 3. Soweto – A vibrant township known for its cultural tours, historic sites like Mandela House, and lively street life. 4. Johannesburg Botanical Gardens – A peaceful green space showcasing indigenous plants and offering walking trails. 5. Gold Reef City – A theme park and museum built around Johannesburg’s gold mining heritage with rides and entertainment.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy guided township tours to experience local culture, visit art galleries and theaters, take safari day trips to nearby reserves, explore markets for crafts and cuisine, and hike in surrounding nature reserves. Adventure seekers can try hot air balloon rides or visit the nearby Cradle of Humankind for archaeological exploration.
Johannesburg Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Gauteng
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy guided township tours to experience local culture, visit art galleries and theaters, take safari day trips to nearby reserves, explore markets for crafts and cuisine, and hike in surrounding nature reserves. Adventure seekers can try hot air balloon rides or visit the nearby Cradle of Humankind for archaeological exploration.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the dry winter months. Pack light clothing for daytime and warmer layers for cooler evenings. Respect local customs and avoid discussing sensitive political topics. Stay vigilant in crowded areas and avoid walking alone at night. Use credit cards where possible and carry some cash for small purchases. Always keep your belongings secure.
Average Tour Price: $65
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $200
763 Available Tour Excursions in Johannesburg
The private full day Johannesburg tour visits iconic heritage sites in Johannesburg CBD and Soweto, highlighting South Africa’s turbulent history and promising future. It is an opportunity to learn more about events that shaped the country’s past while also discovering the dynamic cultural diversity of two of the country’s most prominent cities. Constitutional Hill, Carlton Centre, and the vibrant Newtown Junction are among the highlights of the Johannesburg tour. Travel through Soweto, passing by notable landmarks and historic sites, stopping at an informal settlement and the Hector Pieterson Museum before arriving at the vibrant Vilakazi Street, in which was Nelson Mandela’s home.
Price: $139.38
Duration: 7 hours
We offer authentic small group Kruger National Park tours. The quality of our guides is what sets us apart. Our very popular Kruger National Park tours are affordable and include highly experienced English speaking guides and flexible daily game drives on open safari vehicles. We also include return transfers from Johannesburg at no additional cost. Daily conservation fees are also included. No hidden fees. Accommodation is in comfortable air-conditioned bungalows inside the Kruger National Park, with private bathroom. Our tours have scheduled departures from Johannesburg with a maximum of 9 guests per vehicle. Custom departures and private tours can be arranged upon request.
Price: $768.59
Duration: 72 hours
This experience is done through a combination of skateboarding and walking i.e. we skate where we can skate and walk where we need to walk! Anyone who is looking to try something new OR to experience Johannesburg from the ground in a fun and informative way should definitely book this experience: you don't need any skateboarding experience to join, we start with a Skate Lesson for Beginners! Johannesburg and South Africa both have very complicated histories so this is also a great way to hear about these from our perspective! Skateboarding is fun and Joburg is cool...come have a fun and engaging time with us in the City! TIPS! Some common slang you may here along the way... Shap Shap - Used to say "Hello" OR "Goodbye" or to indicate that something is good i.e. the food/movie/experience was "Shap Shap"! Ekse, Hola - Also used as common greetings i.e. "Hello"! Sawubona (singular)/Sanibonani (group) - "Hello" in Zulu...one of the most spoken native languages in the City!
Price: $51.62
Duration: 3 hours
Our daily Johannesburg to Hoedspruit shuttle departs from OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. Our fleet of vehicles provide the highest level of comfort and luxury. All of our drivers are qualified guides who share their knowledge and love of the wild with their guests. There are two comfort stops en-route, allowing passengers to have a bathroom break, and buy refreshments for the journey ahead.
Price: $68.83
Duration: 7 hours
Experience a city within a city! A Tuk-Tuk tour is a great way to spend a day out and about in Soweto. Our half-day private Soweto tour with optional Tuk Tuk is an opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of the vibrant city and learn more about events that shaped South Africa’s past. Born and raised in Soweto, your tour guide takes you to historic sites and cultural hotspots to showcase the city’s rich history and its modern-day culture. From the dusty streets of Motsoaledi informal settlement to the vibrant cultural hub of Vilakazi Street and iconic heritage sites that commemorate the city’s turbulent past and the peoples struggle for freedom and equality; you’re encourage to interact with the people of Soweto and not just spectate.
Price: $111.16
Duration: 5 hours
We offer immersive journeys into the soul of South Africa, specifically crafted around Johannesburg and Pretoria's profound historical and cultural landmarks. What sets us apart isn't just where we go, but how we take you there and who guides you:
Price: $152.00
Duration: 9 hours
Come and spend four luxurious days in the wilderness with us for an unforgettable adventure. Visit the famous Kruger National Park, the beautiful Blue Canyon Reserve, and the exclusive Moditlo Private Game Reserve on an incredible journey into the romantic safari world of Africa. If you're looking for the full African safari experience, look no further than the luxurious Raddison Hotel Safari package, in the charming town of Hoedspruit, where you'll receive personalised service and gourmet cuisine, while each day holds a new encounter with the wildness of Africa.
Price: $1,863.27
Duration: 96 hours
Explore one of the world's largest conservation areas and witness all that Africa has to offer with the 4-Day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg. Spend 3 nights in a fantastic bush lodge of your choice and taste some of the most authentic foods of South African cuisine.
Price: $1,881.33
Duration: 96 hours
For anyone wanting to understand and experience what apartheid South Africa was really like, a visit to the Apartheid museum is fundamental. The museum is a beacon of hope showing the world how South Africa is coming to terms with its oppressive past.
Price: $77.43
Duration: 5 hours
The Lion & Safari Park is located in the historic Cradle of Humankind, about a 30-45-minute from the city and the ideal private tour from Johannesburg. It is a protected conservation area with over 80 lions, including the famous white lions. It also has cheetah, hyena, wild dogs, various antelope, and tower of tame giraffe. The Lion and Safari Park, which relocated to the Cradle of Humankind in July 2016, provides guests with an unforgettable experience. Animal interactions, guided game drives, and self-drives are among the many exciting activities available at the new park. When you take this private informative guided tour, you will get up close and personal with some of Africa’s most beloved animals. Guests can also hand feed a variety of animals such as giraffes, ostriches, and various other antelope species that roam freely on the 600-hectare property and frequently visit the wetlands in front of ‘the Wetlands’ Bar and Restaurant.
Price: $123.61
Duration: 5 hours
Lets explore south African safari with you. We accommodate all age groups in all safety. At a very convenient timing and value. With us you will enjoy the value of your money. We are equipped with professional drivers and wifi on board always. Explore Africa pledged to always transport all her clients to and from the pick up points with respect of time. Home of the big 5 of Africa, Malaria free zone, Alkaline complex. Visitors are guaranteed to see some of them.
Price: $250.00
Duration: 12 hours
Soweto is an urban area of the city of Johannesburg in Gauteng, South Africa, bordering the city's mining belt in the south. Its name, an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships, refers to its origins as a Black township under South Africa's Apartheid government. The population has historically been overwhelmingly Black and some of the watershed events in the struggle against Apartheid occurred in the township.
Price: $143.68
Duration: 5 hours
Our Kruger Park & Panoramic Tour Package is an unforgettable way to experience the Kruger Park & surrounding region, providing you with a variety of activities that include a sunset safari, full day safari & half day morning safari, all with a professional nature guide in a specially modified open safari vehicle, complete with Panoramic Tour of the Blyde River Canyon with accommodation at Gecko Lodge, on the doorstep of Kruger, a proud accommodation provider for Shinzelle Safaris. This safari package takes you on an unforgettable experience of the Kruger Park & Blyde River Canyon, with a dedicated hospitality team ensuring personalised service, including 3 nights accommodation, a sunset safari, a full day safari, Panoramic Tour of the Blyde River Canyon and a morning safari in the Kruger National Park, dinner and breakfast are included in this package as well as entrance fees to the Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon with accommodation at Gecko Lodge.
Price: $1,211.17
Duration: 96 hours
The Soweto Night tour is an unforgettable experience and an absolute thrill for those who love the idea of an amazing night out in South Africa’s most famous city. Your MoAfrika Tour guide is a born and bred local from Soweto and knows the city well and takes you to the hotspots of the city. We visit four different nightspots in the vibrant hub of Soweto. Each one has its own distinctive vibe and character and attracts a unique crowd. You get to experience a combo of traditional shebeens and modern bars. To make sure you get into the party spirit, the first drink at every bar is on us!
Price: $103.24
Duration: 5 hours
Discover why Kapama is one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in South Africa on a whistle-stop trip to the 13,000-hectare private game reserve. Stay in deluxe accommodation at the largest safari resort in the reserve; starting and ending your day with leisurely game drives in beautiful bushveld surrounds. Kapama is a fenced private game reserve that lies nestled between the Blyde River Valley and Kruger National Park and is located adjacent to the Greater Kruger. The Kapama and Klaserie rivers cut through the reserve which draws an abundance of animals and birds to their lush banks, making Kapama the perfect destination for people with a love of wildlife and photography.
Price: $1,804.47
Duration: 72 hours
Spend a time absorbing “kasi” life in Soweto before heading to the famous Apartheid Museum. By visiting famous areas and viewing historic sites, Stephenson Adventures immerses you in the culture of Soweto – South Africa’s largest township. End off the day watching the rise and fall of apartheid at the Apartheid Museum, where you’ll experience the highs and lows of segregation and liberation. A full day tour that you can proudly tick off your bucket list!
Price: $96.65
Duration: 5-7 hours
The Exclusive balloon flight offers a unique personal hot air balloon experience in one of our smaller balloons, restricted to the use of two passengers only. This exclusive balloon ride hire adds to the romance of the flight, as you are able to enjoy the experience of drifting silently across the beautiful African landscape, while sipping on champagne, in complete privacy with your partner, watching a spectacular sun rise. You may feel free to interact with one of our experienced pilots, or you may chose to drift in silence with your loved one, giving the flight a very personal touch, and leaving you with fond memories. These balloon flights are perfect for engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, romantic getaways or any other special occasion that you would like to make an unforgettable experience
Price: $285.35
Duration: 3 hours
Historical Significance: Soweto played a crucial role during the apartheid era, and its history is intricately linked with the struggle for freedom and human rights in South Africa. The township was a hotbed of political activism and home to prominent anti-apartheid activists, including Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.
Price: $108.98
Duration: 8 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Johannesburg’s food scene reflects its multicultural population, featuring traditional South African dishes like braai (barbecue), bobotie (spiced minced meat bake), and bunny chow (hollowed bread filled with curry). Street food and markets offer local favorites such as boerewors sausage and chakalaka relish. Noteworthy restaurants include Marble for upscale dining with a focus on grilled meats and The Local Grill for authentic South African flavors.
Getting Around
Johannesburg is served by OR Tambo International Airport, the main gateway for international and domestic flights. Within the city, taxis, ride-hailing services, and minibus taxis are common. The Gautrain rapid rail connects the airport to the city center and Pretoria efficiently. Car hire is available but traffic congestion can be heavy. Public buses are limited outside main routes.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the dry winter months. Pack light clothing for daytime and warmer layers for cooler evenings. Respect local customs and avoid discussing sensitive political topics. Stay vigilant in crowded areas and avoid walking alone at night. Use credit cards where possible and carry some cash for small purchases. Always keep your belongings secure.
Culture & Customs
Johannesburg is culturally diverse with a mix of African, European, and Asian influences. Social interactions are generally warm and polite. Respect for elders and formal greetings are important. Key festivals include the Johannesburg Arts Festival and Heritage Day celebrations. Visitors should be mindful of local sensitivities and dress modestly when visiting religious sites.
