Things to do in Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng: The Best Literary, Art & Music Tours

May 21, 2022 Madelene Haan

Discover the best top things to do in Greater Johannesburg, South Africa including 12 Days South Africa, Soweto & Johannesburg Live Music Tour, Maboneng Street Art Tour, Innercity Walking Tour, Sun City Day Tour from Johannesburg ZAR R2600, Soweto Half Day Tour, The He[ART] of Jozi., Lesedi Cultural Village Tour & Lunch, Johannesburg City Tour, Guided tours of Johannesburg.
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1. 12 Days South Africa

Honest travel Experience, 52 Pietersen St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2038, South Africa Honest Travel Experience
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It’s like binge-watching your favourite show Our First Weekend Experience will give you the opportunity to stay and explore the City of Johannesburg like never before! A package deal of fun-filled, culturally diverse & eclectic experiences & tours! This is a two day experience with awesome activities including a genuinely different tour of Braamfontein, authentic African cuisine, accommodation in the heart of the city & a pub-crawl through the city. Explore everything Johannesburg has to offer with regards to markets, great food and awesome people to share it with. This is basically a combination of our Braamfontein Walking Tour, Jo’burg NightLife Experience and Taste of Africa Tour all wrapped into one to give you an all-round experience of everything the city has to offer in terms of arts,crafts, cuisine and a good time!

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast

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Reviewed By hasi_9K

This was one of the best tours I have been on in a long time. The guides were super friendly, warm and very caring. They met me at the Gau train station and made sure they dropped me off too, to ensure my safety. The guide was very knowledgeable his passion and love for the job shone through. I decided to do the tour on my birthday and they made it so special for me. I am so happy that I got to spend my special day with gaining new insights and appreciation for the JHB inner city and having a FUN. Every place we visited, the people were extremely friendly and helpful and were ready to answer my 100 questions. I would recommend you do this tour to really appreciate the inner city and reignite your love for the arts and history.

2. Soweto & Johannesburg Live Music Tour

Johannesburg, South Africa One Day Africa Tours
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A tour is for music lovers. Live performances range from Jazz, Soul, Reggae, Kwaito, Afro Pop and more with talented popular and upcoming artists from all over the country. These live experiences happen in different parts of Johannesburg, on different days of the week. PLEASE SEE SCHEDULES BELOW. Tuesday Night in Chiawelo (Soweto) Small venue welcoming everyone from all over the world to witness the talent of young local musicians. Wednesday Night in Jabavu (Soweto) Hip and happening bar with a live music session, home to many of Joburg's influencers. Thursday & Friday Nights in Braamfontein (Johannesburg) An intimate hidden venue with great live bands from all over the world. Saturday Nights in Brixton (Johannesburg) A hidden gem in the heart of Jozi, offering african dishes, local beer and African contemporary music. Sunday Mornings (Cradle of Humankind) Exceptional park that forms part of a nature reserve, concert hosting some of the finest musicians from the country.

Inclusions: 1 TICKET AND FOOD

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Reviewed By I982HPjennyc

Excellent virtual tour of the beautiful city, culture, and history. Sipho is a very talented photographer and storyteller. I highly recommend this virtual tour.

3. Maboneng Street Art Tour

Home of the bean, Maboneng Precinct, 24 Albrecht St, Jeppestown, Johannesburg, 2043, South Africa One Day Africa Tours
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On this tour you will see an eclectic, ever-evolving mix of street art featuring the best of local and International street artists. This is an opportunity to meet the locals and learn about the history of public art in this neighbourhood. Meeting at Cosmopolitan, Maboneng the creative hub of Johannesburg, filled with beautiful street art on every corner, We will explore this neighbourhood full of, murals, art and galleries, with a local guide whilst sharing stories behind the artworks and artists in what inspired them, and how street art is changing the perspective in communities.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea

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Reviewed By I982HPjennyc

Excellent virtual tour of the beautiful city, culture, and history. Sipho is a very talented photographer and storyteller. I highly recommend this virtual tour.

4. Innercity Walking Tour

302 Fox St, Jeppestown, Johannesburg, 2043, South Africa Curiocity Backpackers
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The Inner City Urban Hiking Tour combines walking and the use of safe public transport to provide a structured tour of the City’s best kept secrets. The tour passes some of the City’s most magnificent heritage sites, offering a complete cultural mix and in doing so, exposes parts of the city that most people are reluctant to visit.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Eliza H

I loved my cycle tour with Ayanda. As a solo female traveller it was just perfect. The tour was so informative and we covered so much ground, saw the most intriguing neighbourhoods and places, accentuated by Ayanda's extensive knowledge. I would highly recommend this tour as without it I would never have seen so many fascinating parts of Joburg through the eyes of someone who grew up in the east city. Thanks so much Ayanda!

5. Sun City Day Tour from Johannesburg ZAR R2600

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Visit Sun City Johannesburg with entrance fees and round-trip transportation included on this convenient day tour. Skip the hassle of renting a car and simply enjoy the scenery on the way to Sun City

Inclusions: transportation Round-trip , Entrance fee sun city , water, guide, Lunch

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Reviewed By LordP428

Fantastic experience lead by a team of knowledgeable passionate team members who manage smaller groups to make your experience that much more special. The animals look well cared for and the facilities unbelievably beautiful. This truly was a very magical experience.

6. Soweto Half Day Tour

Vaya Africa Travels

SOWETO Being the largest township of South Africa with the population estimated to 3 million and being the birthplace of the struggle icons,political movements and activists make it unique not forgetting the culture within Soweto.With Hector Peterson Museum included,Learn more about the rise & fall of the apartheid.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: lunch or dinner with 1 soft drink can be added at an extra cost, All Fees and Taxes, entrance fees

Reviewed By KahnFamily4

What a breath of fresh air! Well organised, clean and equipped to prevent COVID. Sanitizers at facilities, COVID scanning and questioning before entering the park. Lots of animals.

7. The He[ART] of Jozi.

Junkie Charity Store, 7 7th St, Melville, Johannesburg, 2109, South Africa Jozibug Tours

Our Jozibugs offer a one of a kind experience that captures smiles and brings unforgettable memories. We wanted to give people an opportunity to experience something different. To take the ordinary and add something that makes it extraordinary, to travel and see our city and beyond in a different way. We wanted a tour experience that was not just a bus ride or a walk, we wanted a tour experience that was fun, one that would captivate people imaginations and capture smiles and waves everywhere we went. We wanted an experience that would make you wanna take pictures and send them back home An experience that was so personal that a single traveler would feel welcome and right at home. We wanted to build friendships that would last and create unforgettable memories. But we also wanted to create economic opportunities for others through this experience. So we created Jozibug - Explore More. Joburg

Inclusions: Tour Guide - English Included, Bottled water, Lunch, Private transportation

Exclusions: Tour Guide - French & Portuguese at an extra cost, Gratuities

Reviewed By Carmela S

Thank you very much for the professional service I received in my pick from the Joburg airport to my hotel drop off location. I appreciated the recommendations, the knowledge that was shared along the ride, and the overall security I felt when being dropped off. As a solo traveler sometimes I tend to take extra precaution when hopping into cabs, but thankfully I pre-booked this car pick up service and Peter was just super helpful and delightful to spend half an hour with as we headed to my drop off location.

8. Lesedi Cultural Village Tour & Lunch

Tsalanang Tours

Experience the rich and colourful cultures of South Africa, by going on the Lesedi Cultural Village tour. Discover the fascinating cultures and traditions of the people of Africa, as you will be visiting various traditional homesteads inhabited by Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Basotho and Ndebele tribes. This will give you an authentic African experience, as you explore the glorious diversity of our cultures, homes, dance and top it off with a delicious Boma buffet lunch at the Nyama Choma restaurant.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch

Exclusions: Souvenir shopping

Reviewed By Derrickchisenga

I enjoyed the visit from start to finish. The Toor Guide was punctual, vehicle clean, and the service excellent throughout the entire tour. I have no doubt in my mind that he will offer the same or even more excellent service to other would be tourers/visitors.

9. Johannesburg City Tour

Apartheid Museum, Northern Park Way and Gold Reef Rd, Ormonde, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa KND Tours & Shuttles

Invest in an unforgettable experience that will enrich, delight and entertain you: and provide fantastic, invaluable memories to last for a long time. Joburg is vibrant, colorful and full of live. Joburg, Egoli, Jozi is waiting to host you!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Traveler325095

Took an amazing half-day tour of Soweto. Thabo and Kim were amazing guides - they took great care of me. Very attentive, considerate and helpful. It was a real eye opener - fascinating and interesting. Would highly recommend KND.

10. Guided tours of Johannesburg

Sandton, South Africa Joburg 360

This is a chance to explore Johannesburg in a way that includes some history, cultural diversity, trivia, urban regeneration, public art, grafitti with plenty of stops along the way for coffee, a beer, a gin & tonic or a cool drink or two.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: WiFi on board

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