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Union

Union, Germiston is a vibrant treasure trove just waiting to be explored! Bask in the lively community spirit, shop for unique arts and crafts, and savor delectable local cuisine. With friendly faces and colorful markets, you'll feel the warmth of South African hospitality as you dive into this hidden gem. Don't miss the vibrant street art—it’s Instagram magic!

Recommendations

Outdoor4.3/5

Victoria Lake

Nestled in Germiston, Victoria Lake is iconic for its stunning views, lush parks, and vibrant recreational activities, making it a perfect escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Landmark4.4/5

Victoria Lake Club

Nestled in Germiston, Victoria Lake Club is an iconic venue renowned for its stunning lake views, vibrant social atmosphere, and a rich history that attracts sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Culture3.8/5

Germiston Central Signal Cabin

Germiston Central Signal Cabin, a historic railway landmark, showcases stunning Victorian architecture and offers visitors a glimpse into South Africa's rich railway heritage, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts and history lovers alike.

Transport4.4/5

Rand Airport

Nestled in Germiston, Rand Airport's Main Terminal Building is iconic for its rich aviation history and vibrant atmosphere, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts and travelers seeking a unique glimpse into South Africa's air transport heritage.

Shop4.4/5

UNION ELECTRICAL WHOLESALERS

UNION ELECTRICAL WHOLESALERS in Germiston South is an iconic hub for electrical supplies, known for its extensive product range and expert service, making it a must-visit for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike.

Landmark3.7/5

General Industries Workers Union of SA

Landmark4/5

Germiston Stadium

Eat5/5

Mundo Português - Portuguese Cuisine

Eat$$$4.3/5

The Harvard Cafe Rand Airport

Eat

City Hall Restaurant

Eat$$$3.8/5

Decalabash Restaurant & Sport Bar

Eat$$$4.4/5

KFC Germiston (Victoria Street)

Eat$$3.9/5

Chicken Licken - Germiston

Eat$$$4.1/5

Fishaways BP Sunnyrock

Eat$$3.9/5

Hungry Lion Golden Walk

Eat4.6/5

Runway27 Pub&Grill

Eat4.6/5

Miami Gold Lifestyle Cafe

Drink5/5

Hollywood Snack Bar and Restaurant

Things To Do
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5/5

7 h

Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours)

Fun day out exploring the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold (Johannesburg). This tour will give you an overall history about South Africa’s history. We will visit various attractions in both Johannesburg and Soweto. We can always customize the tour to meet your expectations.

$123.49

5/5

5 h

Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour

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.

$158.63

5/5

9 h

Apartheid museum,Johannesburg & Soweto guided tour

Embark on the exciting tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and apartheid museum with an expert. this tour is design for people who don't mind joining a small group and share their experiences while learning and exploring the beauty of south African with the locals. Sites be visited -Constitutional hill and constitutional court -Houghton estate-Mandela residence -Hill brow -Mandela bridge -Mandela bridge -New town and street arts experience -Downtown Johannesburg -Chancellor's house -Mining district -Ghandi square -Fnb Stadium-Soccer city -Three classes of soweto-upper,middle,lower class -Hostel of Soweto -Baragwanath hospital -Orlando towers -informal settlement -Vilakazi street- Mandela house and Tutu house -Lunch stop-guest expense -Hector Pieterson memorial sites -Apartheid museum experience

$117.15

5/5

8 h

Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum and Lunch

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.

$132.98

5/5

5 h

Half Day Apartheid Museum Tour

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.

$92.33

5/5

8 h

Johannesburg,Soweto & Apartheid museum tour

Johannesburg is the second largest city in africa with eight million population,the city famous for Gold mining,museums and Art galleries. Highlights -The journey to the city of Gold-Johannesburg -Maboneng the street arts District -Constitutional hill and constitutional experience -Soweto township experience -Mandela house and Tutu house experience -Township walking experience (optional) -Long walk to freedom -Apartheid museum experience.

$110.82

5/5

7 h

Mandela House Soweto Apartheid museum Joburg, Constitutional Hill

Explore Soweto, Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum with our expertly guided tours! Visit iconic landmarks like the Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela House, and Hector Peterson Museum. Discover Soweto's rich cultural heritage, including Vilakazi Street and informal settlements where you'll meet locals and learn about their customs. We'll take you to Gandhi Square, Constitutional Hill, and the largest transport museum in South Africa, showcasing the country's complex history and vibrant spirit. With our knowledgeable local guides, you'll create unforgettable memories and experience the authentic heart of South Africa."

$94.36

5/5

9 h

Constitutional Hill,Johannesburg City and Apartheid Museum with Soweto Day Tour

Visit Constitutional Hill and get to know about more about where political Prisoners were held during apartheid. Proceed through Johannesburg City passing through Nelson Mandela Bridge. Visit Apartheid Museum and get in detail the history of Apartheid in South Africa before freedom in 1994. Finally head to Soweto the epicenter of Apartheid resistance and see Nelson Mandela House with Hector Pieterson Museum. Also get to know about Freedom Charter and finally Visit Regina Mundi Church which wrote history books for opening its doors to Anti - Apartheid groups and activists.

$180.42

5/5

8 h

Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum and Soweto Guided Full-Day Tour

This tour will take you through the most historic places in Africa from the richest city in Africa ''the city of gold'' ''Johannesburg'' to one of the most famous townships Soweto. Johannesburg city is so full of tales to tell from the gold rush of 1886 to the dark era of Apartheid to the democratic South Africa that is rich in cultural diversity. Now the township of Soweto was once home to heroes like Nelson Mandela, Desmond tutu, Winnie Mandela, James Mpanza, Yvonne Chaka Chaka the list is endless. This township really comes alive and it's so rich in African culture and heritage.

$180.00

5/5

Soweto and Apartheid Museum Private Tour

We provide a private tour, you and your family will have the whole vehicle by yourself and the privilege to choose your pick up and drop off time. Private transportation from and to the hotel with a 10 years experienced guide giving you the facts and information about our country as a whole. We are using air-conditioned SUVs and 7 seaters.

$120.32

5/5

8 h

Private Tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and Apartheid Museum

This tour starts at your hotel and then we'll head to the city center of Johannesburg. We will visit Constitution Hill where we will appreciate the Constitutional Court building whose design is unique in the world. This building is built on the site and with the bricks of an old prison where Gandhi and Mandela were imprisoned. We will visit the Apartheid Museum, known as the "Essence of the Nation". Its walls represent the tragedy, destruction, brutality and the struggle of a people for democracy. Later we will go to Soweto, passing first by the football stadium, site of the 2010 World Cup. Once in Soweto, we will walk through its streets immersing ourselves in the events of 1976 that influenced the struggle for freedom, and we will walk in the footsteps of the Father of the Nation, Nelson Mandela. We will go through Vilakazi street where we will visit the house where he and his family lived. Then we will visit Nelson Mandela Square.

$144.07

5/5

7 h 55 mins

Full-Day Apartheid Museum and Soweto Tour

This tour gives the visitor a good introduction to South Africa as it travels back in time during the dark ages of the country and gives the background and establishment of the city of Johannesburg, the history of the country, and the current or present situation of the country. One will learn where South Africa comes from during the days of apartheid when the country experienced the worst times of Apartheid years, taking you through the transition when Apartheid ended and the birth of a new Democratic South Africa in 1994 and how we managed to overcome the dark times and achieved freedom without a terrible civil war.

$94.99

5/5

3 h

Visit the tallest Building in Johannesburg Ponte city & Hillbrow

Ponte City Tour – Johannesburg’s Iconic Landmark Visit Ponte City, the tallest residential building in Africa. Rising 54 stories above Johannesburg, this cylindrical tower – often compared to Paris’s Montparnasse – offers the best views of the city and a history as dramatic as its skyline. From its glamorous beginnings in the 1970s, to its fall into a “vertical slum,” and its transformation into a vibrant hub today, Ponte’s story will captivate you. Our tour takes you inside the building, then out into Hillbrow for a walking tour of this dynamic neighborhood. With transport, lunch, and three tours daily, everything is taken care of. Whether you want to admire the view, dive into the building’s history, or explore the city’s heart, this experience has it all.

$63.33

5/5

5 h

The RISE & FALL of Apartheid: Soweto & Joburg City Exploration

This tour provides a unique and thought-provoking experience, offering insights into South Africa's history, its commitment to democracy and human rights, and its ongoing journey towards a more equity. The Inner City covers the city’s establishment and Soweto cover the Apartheid history. This is tour is Johannesburg all in one.

$82.32

5/5

4 h 30 mins

Johannesburg & Apartheid Museum Tour

Join us for the Johannesburg tour as we explore the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold. This tour will give you an overall about South Africa’s history as we visit various attractions in both Johannesburg.

$79.16

5/5

Full Day Soweto, Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Tour

We promise outstanding cultural travel experiences for people. Experience the rich cultural heritage of South Africa's townships on a day trip. Meet friendly locals, learn about the city's vibrant historic past, and immerse yourself in the colorful atmosphere of these fascinating communities. South Africa is a vibrant melting pot of cultures, traditions, and experiences. This diverse nation offers a unique cultural landscape. You will indulge in traditional culinary delights, and witness the energy of music and dance. You will discover a land of contrasts and encounters that will leave you inspired and enriched. Our experienced guides will lead you on this journey of discovery, introducing you to diverse communities. We invite you to join us for an enriching adventure and expand your horizons.

$141.85

5/5

Half-day Johannesburg and Soweto

Meet by your guide/cultural tourism specialist....... Drive towards Jo’burg city, we make a stop at Mueller stadium; from there we have a perfect bird’s eye view of the skylines and the fascinating story of how and when Jo’burg started in 1886 with a brief history up to the present day. We proceed for our lunch at Oriental Plaza, an Indian shopping complex; this is an opportunity to witness our Indian counterparts and to sample their cuisine. Visit the city centre to get the feel of the city and view important historical buildings such our Diamond Building,National Library, Corner House, Anglo-American,Chamber of Mines etc. We also visit the newly established Maboneng/Arts on Main Precinct www.maboneng.co.za Proceed towards Soweto the biggest township in Africa housing ca. 4 million people.

$78.13

5/5

72 h

3-Day Johannesburg Tour with Pilanesberg National Park Safari

Travelers will get to know South Africa’s biggest city on a tour that covers all the highlights of Johannesburg and Soweto. Take in the views from the Top of Africa, learn about the city’s history as you visit Constitutional Hill and the Apartheid Museum, then follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela in Soweto, with a tour of the Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Museum, and Freedom Square. You will get the full pictures of the remarkable fossils of hominids such as Little Foot and Mrs Ples, as well as access to the exhibit at Maropeng visitors center. You also have the chance of wildlife sightseeing in their natural environment. The travelers will travel through the reserve in an open top 4x4 Safari vehicle and see the famous 'Big Five' as well as many other species. See the majesty of South African wildlife with a tour of the Pilanesberg natural reserve from Johannesburg. Come along with your cameras for unforgettable shots.

$538.27

5/5

8 h

Full-Day Soweto Apartheid Museum & Johannesburg Tour

The tour will give you an in depth look into South African History and How Democracy was finally achieved for all of our people. Nelson Mandela Foundation. (Week Days Only) Here you get to see the amazing achievements that Nelson Mandela has done for the under privileged and as you stand in his office you can still feel his presence. Drive through down town city to the Apartheid Museum and witnessing the tragic past of the apartheid era. We then drive you past Soccer City where the opening and closing soccer games were held during the 2010 world cup and onto Soweto. Hear you will get the opportunity to be guided on foot through one of the oldest Shanty Town in Soweto called Kliptown to witness just how some people are forced to live and survive. We then stop for lunch and after take a leisurely stroll down Vilakazi Street where Nelson Mandela and Bishop Desmond Tutu lived visiting numerous stalls on the way where you get the chance to buy something typical African to take home.

$91.82

5/5

5 h

Soweto and Apartheid Museum day Tour

The township of Soweto and the Apartheid museum is a must visit if travelers wants to experience and enjoy the history, culture, traditions of the people of South Africa. The travelers would see the diversity of people of South Africa and to experience how the blacks, coloured and Indian communities were treated during the Apartheid era. The township of Soweto have been established in the 1930 when the colonial Government began to separate blacks from white, started to create black township. The township is very rich in history and traditions as the migrant mine workers from neighboring countries started to migrate to Johannesburg for greener pastures and ended up residing in the Soweto township. A visit to the township will create an everlasting and unforgettable experience.

$158.31

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