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Johannesburg Overview

By Rachel Newcombe

A large, sprawling urban city, South Africa’s Johannesburg is a city where the cultural background continues to shine through. Many areas here have been rebuilt a number of times in the last century, but there are still elements of the older life to be found. For a glimpse into the traditional life of Johannesburg, take a tour of Soweto or opt for the Alexandria Township tour. Both tours offer insight into the life and work going on at the heart of the city.

Elsewhere, in the Newtown District, you’ll find the Nelson Mandela Bridge and Museum Afrika, which is a must-visit for tourists.

Johannesburg is a good base for exploring other nearby areas of South Africa. For example, it’s only a half an hour drive to Pretoria, which has many interesting museums and historical buildings, and the game lodges of Pilanesburg and Madikwe are a short drive away. Go!