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Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour

Johannesburg, South Africaby One Day Africa

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 25 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Given the city's reputation, this is a perfect opportunity to experience Johannesburg on a walking tour and explore its hidden gems and rich history with a local guide. The tour begins in Gandhi Square, uncovering the city's gold mining history through Main Street, showcasing stunning architecture and current politics. We continue to Ferreirasdorp, the "cradle of Johannesburg," where the first gold diggers settled. Then, we visit Chancellor House, where Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo established their first black-owned law firm. Our walk continues to Newtown, visiting the Workers Museum for insights into the city's migrant labor history, then the Market Theatre with its rich cultural and street art history. We cross the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge for stunning views and a perfect photo opportunity, connecting us to Braamfontein, an artistic hub known for its youthful energy. We'll conclude our tour in Braamfontein.

What's included

  • Water
  • All additional Items and Cost

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Gandhi Square

    Pass by

    This tour begins in Gandhi Square, then uncover the city’s gold mining history

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    30 min

    Showcasing Johannesburg’s stunning British & Cape Dutch influenced architecture. As we continue, we’ll discuss the city’s current condition and politics.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    Pass by

    Sometimes referred to as the "cradle of Johannesburg", where the first gold diggings started, and where the first diggers initially settled.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    15 min

    Where Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo established their first black-owned law firm.

  5. 5

    Newtown

    10 min

    One of the city’s creative neighbourhoods,

  6. 6

    Workers Museum

    20 min

    The Workers Museum, to gain insight into the city's Migrant labour history.

  7. 7

    Market Theatre

    Pass by

    Market theatre and it’s rich history of cultural, street art, galleries, and cultural spaces.

  8. 8

    Nelson Mandela Bridge

    3 min

    the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge for stunning views and a perfect photo opportunity, connecting us to the diverse neighbourhoods of Johannesburg.

  9. 9

    Braamfontein

    Pass by

    Student town, known for its artistic hub known for its youthful energy that impact the rich culture of Johannesburg

Meeting and pickup

Nando's Ghandi Square, Shop 180, Cnr Fox &, Gandhi Square, Metropolitan Building, Rissik St, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2107, South Africa (The Metropolitan House) Please wait INSIDE the coffee shop if you arrive before your tour starts!

End point

After the Mandela Bridge

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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