Mention the name Soweto and there is a general idea that it’s a Black peoples township near Johannesburg, an anti-apartheid area. It may be synonymous throughout the continent with South African politics, the Freedom Charter, kwaito music and community activism.  Tourists know about the Soweto Township Tours but do you know about the activities and places to stay in Soweto?

SOWETO offers visiting a wonderful place of culture arts and activities, not to mention the warm and friendly Township accommodation options in the Guest Houses B&B’s or hotel in Soweto.  You are invited to taste the food, listen to the music and experience the vibrancy of this area within reach of Johannesburg city.

South Africa is known for its interesting tasty food and the exclusive luxury hotels and lodges dotted throughout this rainbow nation offer fine cuisine, however taking time to experience another’s culture, also means taking time to taste their food and beverages and it is here in Soweto where a typical "township" meal can be ordered at one of the excellent restaurants in Soweto patronized by locals and tourists alike. Enjoy a beer with some of the locals at a traditional house shebeen.

For those wanting an adrenaline rush the Orlando Towers offers you the first ever swing between 2 cooling towers, a whopping 100m from the ground. Ride the lift to the top of the towers and swing out towards the Orlando Dam, between the two cooling towers…

There is even an upmarket nightclub comparable to those in Sandton where you can enjoy a drink at the ice bar, a unique concept developed by the owner Tebogo. On the roof of the venue is an open-air dance floor where you will see our traditional dancers performing and if you time it right watch a majestic sunset…

A true Sowetan visit takes you to the largest hospital in the southern hemisphere - Chris Hani BaragwanathHere you can see up to 8000 taxis, open air butchery's, hair dressers, clothing stalls and other amenities on site. Visit the home of Nelson Mandela now a museum and the famous Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world to house two Noble Peace Prize winners! Hospital and the huge and vibrant taxi rank, Africa in the raw.

The Hector Pieterson Museum will give you a real feel of the drama of June 1976, when the students of Soweto took to the streets to protest against Apartheid. A truly moving and educational experience!

Your tour will take you to the full range of housing standards from squatter camps to up-market millionaire houses as well as the notorious single gender hostels. You should get out and interact with the local communities; a friendly and safe welcome awaits us everywhere. It is important to also visit the famous Regina Mundi church a focal point of much of the struggle in the 70's and 80's. The Black Madonna and Child painting is housed there.