Free walking tours in Johannesburg

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Come Let's Learn & Explore the Beauty of SOWETO.
Come Let's Learn & Explore the Beauty of SOWETO.
Come Let's Learn & Explore the Beauty of SOWETO.
Johannesburg History, Human Rights and Arts Walking Tour
Come Let's Learn & Explore the Beauty of SOWETO.
Johannesburg History, Human Rights and Arts Walking Tour
Come Let's Learn & Explore the Beauty of SOWETO.
Johannesburg History, Human Rights and Arts Walking Tour
Come Let's Learn & Explore the Beauty of SOWETO.

Best things to do and see in Johannesburg

Although Johannesburg is not the capital of the South African country, you wouldn’t notice it as its diversity and its densely populated urban metropolis make up for this to make it a truly amazing place to visit. At the southern tip of the African continent, this city enjoys a pleasant climate that makes it perfect for exploring the iconic landmarks and archeological sites that make it so famous. Even though there are traces of humans inhabiting this area for many centuries, the official city of Johannesburg was founded on a small farm where gold was discovered in 1886. Strike gold during your vacation by doing a free walking tour with GuruWalk. 


If you do a free walking tour in Johannesburg, you’ll have the chance to visit the city’s most iconic landmarks and get to see some of its hidden charms. Visit the Apartheid Museum, walk over to Nelson Mandela Square or visit the Mandela House Museum, and then see Constitution Hill, or see the views at the Carlton Centre skyscraper. The Johannesburg Art Gallery is where you can feast your eyes and then you can check out the Maboneng Precinct, a hip neighborhood that has something for everyone. Just outside of the city, you can visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Cradle of Mankind and be amazed.


A great way to get to know which tour is best for your interests is by reading up on the reviews and ratings about both the route and the tour guide in Johannesburg posted by other tourists on the GuruWalk platform. These tours are available in different languages and are also scheduled in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Other interesting cities with free walking tours from GuruWalk that might be of interest to you while planning your trip are  Kathmandu, Nairobi, or Dodowa.

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