Top 8 Historic Sites in Johannesburg, Gauteng

November 24, 2021 Yuk Petri

Johannesburg is the place to go to mix big-city culture, shopping, dining and nightlife with outdoor adventures, up-close wildlife encounters and visits to historical sites. Explore caves and nature reserves, or visit a traditional village by day, then enjoy dinner at a hip cafe or five-star restaurant. And if you're a shopper, bring an extra, empty suitcase. With malls, open-air markets and places that blend the two, you'll find plenty of unique souvenirs.
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1. Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct

11 Kotze Street, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa +27 11 381 3100 [email protected] http://www.constitutionhill.org.za/
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4.5 based on 1,566 reviews

Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct

Nowhere can the story of South Africa's turbulent past and its extraordinary transition to democracy be told as it is at Constitution Hill. Constitution Hill is a national heritage site situated in the Johannesburg CBD and is home to the Constitutional Court of South Africa- the highest court in the country on constitutional matters. Once a place of injustice and brutality, where South Africa's leading political activists, including Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi, were detained, the site has been transformed into a place of solidarity and democracy, home to the Women's Gaol museum, Number Four Museum, and Old Fort Museum. Apart from its engaging and gripping exhibitions, Constitution Hill is also open to the public for guided tours and has become an important platform for Heritage, Education, and Tourism related programmes. The vast variety of programmes hosted at Constitution Hill enable us to embrace current issues, celebrate days of national significance, address matters of public interest and create a forum for public debate. With its rich history and character Constitution Hill boasts of ideal platforms to educate and learn about South Africa's story. ConHill, as it is famously known, also offers a variety of multi-purpose venues, suitable for conferencing, performances, a large array of events and for public activities and programmes.

Reviewed By Daydream62408959336

A visit to Constitutional Hill is a visit that every person should take more than once if possible, (whether a tourist or a South African). It’s a harrowing and extremely emotional tour for any visitor and not a tour that should be hurried. The tour guides are extremely informative and are to be commended on their extensive knowledge. A visit to the Concourt itself is a must and it’s wonderful to see the highest Court in the land being open to all (you can actually see the goings on through the glass panels if you don’t want to enter the Court itself). There are also many activities, concerts, art exhibitions etc which take place at the Constitutional Hill as well through the year so it comes alive again with music, laughter and joy. Every time you visit Constitutional Hill should not only be a time of quiet reflection on the past which will be tinged with sadness, but also one of hope and positiveness for the future of our wonderful country.

2. Nelson Mandela Foundation

107 Central Street Houghton, Johannesburg 2198 South Africa +27 11 547 5626 [email protected] http://www.nelsonmandela.org/
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Nelson Mandela Foundation

The Nelson Mandela Foundation houses the last office of President Nelson Mandela which forms part of an exhibition documenting his life. The Exhibition entitled the Life and Times of Nelson Mandela includes a short video documenting his life and a range of artefacts and documents from his private archive.The jackal kaross that he wore during his 1962 court appearance is a special feature and is on loan from Winnie Madikizela- Mandela The temporary exhibition space is occupied by various exhibitions throughout the year.The exhibitions responds to contemporary issues.

3. Johannesburg Fort

Kotze Street Hillbrow, Johannesburg South Africa
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Johannesburg Fort

Reviewed By chrispC2489CX - Shanghai, China

It’s worth taking the guided tour of Constitutional Hill. I learnt so much and they take you to all the important points of interest. Learnt so much and never even knew about this place. Actually took a second visit, just to wander around. So much history

4. Credo Mutwa Cultural Village

Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa +27 84 321 8530 http://credomutwa.com/cultural-village/
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Credo Mutwa Cultural Village

5. Mandela House

8115 Orlando West Street, Soweto, Johannesburg 1804 South Africa +27 11 936 7754 [email protected] http://www.mandelahouse.org/index.asp
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4.0 based on 680 reviews

Mandela House

Reviewed By Antas17 - Johannesburg, South Africa

Well preserved, helpful tour guides and right in the heart of Vilakazi Street, around the corner from the Hector Pietersen Memorial. Grab some lunch down the street after your visit.

6. Walter Sisulu Square

Klipspruit Valley Road Corner Union Road, Soweto, Johannesburg South Africa +27 11 945 2200 [email protected] http://www.waltersisulusquare.co.za/
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Walter Sisulu Square

7. L. Ron Hubbard - Linksfield Ridge House

40 Hannaben Street Cyrildene, Linksfield Ridge, Johannesburg 2198 South Africa +27 11 054 0540 [email protected] http://www.lronhubbard.org.za
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8. Bus Factory

3 Helen Joseph Street Newtown, Johannesburg 2001 South Africa +27 11 492 3696

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