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Experience the heart of Johannesburg on a walking tour. Given the city’s reputation, this is a perfect opportunity to explore the city's hidden gems and rich history with a local guide. this tour begins in Gandhi Square, then uncover the city's gold mining history through Main Street, showcasing Johannesburg's stunning architecture. As we continue, we’ll discuss the city’s current condition and politics. Our tour continues to Ferreirasdorp, sometimes referred to as the "cradle of Johannesburg", where the first gold diggings started, and where the first diggers initially settled. Then Chancellor House, where Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo established their first black-owned law firm. We continue our walk to Newtown, one of the city’s creative neighbourhoods, visiting the Workers Museum, to gain insight into the city's Migrant labour history. Then Market theatre and it’s rich history of cultural, street art, galleries, and cultural spaces. this walk will lead us to the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge for stunning views and a perfect photo opportunity, connecting us to the diverse neighbourhoods of Johannesburg. We'll conclude our tour in the area of Braamfontein, a new artistic hub known for its youthful energy that impact the rich culture of Johannesburg! All ages welcome – just bring comfy shoes and a sense of adventure

We will meet at a historical place the Hector Pieterson Memorial site which is mostly about the 1976 student uprising which was a turning point in our history and walk down the most famous street in South Africa,Vilakazi street the only street with two Nobel peace prize recipients who are Dr Nelson Mandela and The Arch Bishop Tutu.The look out point where you can get a birds view of Soweto and how big it is and get to see the iconic Orlando towers which will be one of our stops .Jump into a mini bus like the locals do,then lunch time you get to eat what the locals call lunch,browse our beautiful ,colorful markets and meet some of our elders who played an instrumental role in our liberation. After all you have absorbed about Soweto online in news papers come join me and get the real picture

Soweto is known for its vibrant culture, rich history and pivotal role in South Africa's journey to freedom, this Walking tour offers you an immersive experience into the heart of this iconic township, with the opportunity to explore the bustling streets, meeting the locals and indulge in our local culinary delight with a Sowetan Native Guide. Our tour begins at the Hector Peterson Memorial, where you will learn about the significance of the 1976 Soweto Uprising, a significant turning point in the Apartheid system. We will then walk down Moema Street, retracing the steps of the historic march. As we continue down Vilakazi Street, we will visit Nelson Mandela's house, where you will have 20 minutes to explore inside where he lived until he's 27 years imprisonment (entrance fee not included). Next, we will stop at Desmond Tutu's house, another landmark in Soweto's history. Following this visit, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local shop. After lunch, we will take a minibus taxi to Orlando East, giving you a taste of the local mode of transport to the famous Soweto Towers. Our final stop will be at an informal settlement called Nomzamo Park, where you will gain insight into the daily lives of many Soweto residents.

Join me on a bicycle tour through the vibrant and historical streets of Soweto. We’ll cycle in Orlando East and Orlando West. We'll kick off our ride at my bicycle store called BOOK IBHONI which is located in Vilakazi Street. The street that's known for having two Nobel prize winners. During the tour, we'll explore key sites such as the Nelson Mandela house, Desmond Tutu's residence, the Hector Pieterson Museum and other attractions like the YMCA hall where Nelson Mandela trained his boxing, in Orlando East. We will also visit an adventure spot where people do bungee jumping, wall climbing, or free falling. For our lunch break, we'll enjoy a Kota, a unique street burger-like, made with a loaf of bread cut into quarters and filled with fries, mini sausages, cheese and a spicy salad. The Kota is our local favorite. Feel free to bring small bills for optional tips for the street performers at these stops. Tips are not compulsory. We do have safe parking if you are driving to us. The bicycle tour route is easy but a little bit hilly too.

Braamfontein - or just "Braam" to locals - is one of the most hip, cool, contemporary and culturally rich areas in the city! We meet at the lovely LOCO Mexican Restaurant where you can grab something tasty to eat or drink before we begin! From here, we head onto the streets of "Braam" where we trace its history while admiring the mixture of old and new buildings and the impact of the colourful Street Art on the development of the area. As we move along the streets, we chat about the day-to-day happenings of the area and how the migrant nature of the city's residents has played a role in shaping the way Braamfontein is today! Along the way we go into a Pan African book shop, visit a local streetwear design store, pop into a graffiti & vinyl shop all while taking in the energy and culture of this area! We finish off at the second oldest licensed bar in Johannesburg, the iconic Kitcheners Carvery Bar (or just "Kitcheners" to locals) - it's rich in history and a very popular night time spot for locals who enjoy the Joburg underground party scene! With a history closely linked to the development of Street Culture in the city from 2000 onwards, this is a really cool experience to do if you want to know more about the development of contemporary street culture in Johannesburg! NB! This experience ends at The Playground Market on Saturdays i.e. food, music, arts & craft etc.!

Create a custom bomber jacket / an African print clothing item experience - from concept to finished garment Explore Johannesburg’s fashion district like never before. The Fashion Capital and the historical fashion square are located in the old Johannesburg city. The designer will walk with you to fabric shops in the inner city, where you will select a unique African print that you love from hundreds of options. You will then meet a member of his design team and have your measurements taken. You will collaborate with them on the creation of your custom African print item. The experience is paired with a photoshoot in the trendy neighborhood of Maboneng and ends with a local food lunch in the city, all included. See this as a souvenir of the city, @caraci_clothing on IG 1. Choose a unique African print from one of our local fabric stores (fabric included). 2. Learn how to take body measurements for the making of clothing garments. 3. Cut the pattern and pieces for your custom bomber jacket or any other item made in African print (discuss with us via messages on the possibility) 4. Learn basic stitching and hand sewing in a practical lesson, (expert studio assistants will make and complete garment ). 5. While you enjoy lunch, your bomber jacket will be completed by our assistants. 6. You'll star in a street photoshoot wearing your custom creation Time flexible

Come see and learn about the city's best Graffiti and Street Art and it's impact on the culture of the City! Starting in Braamfontein, we learn about the important cultural and technical differences between Street Art and Graffiti before heading out to look at the various murals and pieces done by local and international Street and Graffiti Artists in the area! Before leaving, we pop into the local Graffiti Store where graffiti artists buy their supplies and sell their branded merchandise! From here, we travel over the iconic Mandela Bridge to Newtown which is home to the City's underground culture and movement! Newtown is the City's spiritual home of Arts & Culture and hosts the annual "Back to the City" festival once a year - at this festival, the best local Graffiti Artists paint the walls in celebration of the City while musicians and fans celebrate their love for Hip-Hop! From Newtown, we head over to the Maboneng Precinct which is rich in Street Art that has been leading the evolution of this area since 2009 i.e. it's mixture of rooftops, restaurants, coffee shops, art and people make it a fun place to be and the best place to end our experience! From murals, to tags, to "graffiti masterpieces" and more...Johannesburg is home to a Graffiti & Street Art culture which is colourful, vibrant and expressive that makes Joburg a fun and exciting place to be!

Our Johannesburg Nightlife Experience is An Experience that offers you the ability to really explore Joburg's nightlife with local people. Our hosts are Malone (male) and Cepho (female) , The experience can be run by women only if some ladies feel more comfortable that way. #NB This is a bottle service kind of experience The Experience takes you around Johannesburg's key party hubs from: Rosebank Melville Braamfontein Mabonang These areas are famous for different vibes in the city & are all unique and you will be exploring most of them with us on the night. Your host will be selecting the spaces to visit according to the vibe on the day you book& Your interests so it's important to reach out as soon as you make a booking so that such information may be communicated. (7pm - 2am) - Bar/club Hopping through Johannesburg Guests are able to leave when ever they feel like it. (please communicate this with your host) welcome drinks included + bus drinks included . NB: From 7pm to 9pm we start off with a light meal to carry us through the night (Meal is excluded)

Discover why Johanessburg’s artistic hub is recognized worldwide as a booming creative center on this 2-hour guided walking tour. You’ll see some of the best street art from around the world and even meet some of the artists themselves. Hit the streets of Maboneng Precinct and Jewel City to see why South Africa has long been recognized for its exciting modern art. Your guide will take you to meet the locals and explore Joburg subcultures, learn about the artists, their motivations, and the different techniques they use. You’ll walk through individual pieces and get an overview of these colorful pieces, experiencing first-hand just how street art is changing the perspective in these local communities. Other Things to Note. **Do not hesitate to send a message asking about availability. I can add spots and be available anytime!**

We will meet in Jewel City in the colorful area of Maboneng and begin taking our photographs. From Jewel City we will enjoy the sights and Sounds of Maboneng whilst interacting with various locals and their different crafts all whilst taking photographs that will set you right into the scene until we arrive at the end of Fox Street. We will pass nice little arts and crafts stores in which you can purchase all sorts of curios and souvenirs Inside of If you would like to. I will help you with posing If you would like. Along the way, we can shoot in front of many urban art pieces as well as on the street which is mainly where the photos will be taken. The photoshoot and tour will end at the end of Fox Street and I will make sure that you can safely call an Uber to wherever you need to go next and wait with you to ensure your safety.

Maboneng City Dinner is a new experience for travellers to meet, mingle and dine with local residents over food, drinks and tales on living in Johannesburg. The experience is about trying new and different foods while connecting with new friends over a delicious meal. This includes food pairings with a local drink, travel stories and Johannesburg history, to make for an authentic Jozi experience. Guests will be encouraged to do as the locals do, which could include unfamiliar food pairings, or even eating with your hands. This roving dinner experience will start in the city with a welcome drink at a Jozi rooftop. Consider this the ice breaker and introduction of the night for a sundowner drink. From there, we will travel to local restaurant to dine the night away. The dinner will be an authentic South African meal at the trendy and artsy neighborhood Maboneng. With this dining experience, you’ll spend the night having beautiful conversation, new connections, good vibes and a happy belly. Vegetarian and vegan options available. Come meet a local, try some new food and enjoy what Jozi has to offer. Photos and a video reel of the experience will be shared to the guests at the end of the experience. We encourage an open heart, open mind and empty stomach for this experience. @joburgdinners on the gram for more pictures

Join me on the Johannesburg & Soweto experience as we explore the history, the lifestyle, culture and museums of the vibrant & township of Gold. This tour will give you an overall experience about south Africa's history as we visit various attractions in both Soweto & Johannesburg. KayRidewill collect and drop you off at your residence. tour date can be adjusted to meet your availability. (NB : Historical & Non Historical Sites Entrance Fees Not Included In The Fee Charged) > Visit the constitution hill >Drive to Soweto which is one of the biggest townships in South Africa >Stop at the FNB Stadium which hosted the 2010 fifa world cup >Drive past Chris Hani Baragwanath hospital which is one of the top 3 biggest hospital in the world >We then view the Soweto towers which is now the landmark of Soweto > We stop at one of the most prestigious street in the world which is home to 2 noble prize winners Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela >Visit the Hector Peterson museum ,were you will get an overview of the events of the 1976 Soweto student uprising.

A Fulfilling Art Gallery Hopping Experience, "Hop-On curious, Hop-Off inspired." Step into Joburg’s vibrant and diverse cultural landscape with the one and only art-tourism connoisseur, Thabo the Tourist. Join us for a unique therapeutic Art Gallery Hopping experience through the multi-cultural districts, bustling business node, and captivating tourist attractions of South Africa. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Johannesburg’s northern suburbs, including Rosebank and Parkwood. Your art enthusiast tour guide, Thabo the Tourist, will lead you through this artistic journey. Experience the healing power of art in a memorable, relaxed and enjoyable way. Step out of your comfort zone and embark on a positive journey tailored to your interests. Interacts with curators, gallerists, locals, and perhaps even artists along the way. Immerse yourself in the electrifying economic movement and lifestyle of Johannesburg’ s north. Prepare to be amazed by a stunning collection of sculptures, photographic exhibitions, and contemporary African fine art exhibitions featuring African artists curated by Africans, right here in Africa. Feel free to make art purchases, preferably after the enriching experience. Our adventure begins at 19 Keyes avenue at the iconic Keyes Art Mile precinct in Rosebank. We’ll visit the renowned galleries like Everard Read, Circa etc.

Our exciting and fun experience starts with a skateboarding lesson for first-timers/beginners which means that you don't need to know how to skateboard to join...we will teach you! Once done learning, we skate through Maboneng (one of the world's coolest neighbourhoods, 2018, Forbes) and the Jewel City Precinct which are both redefining life in the inner city. While in Maboneng and Jewel City, we also see some amazing graffiti and street art by both local and international artists such as Dbongz One (SA), Roa (BEL), DALeast (CHN) and Vhils (POR) to name a few! We then head off to see the city's origins in Marshalltown, where we see some of the city's oldest buildings, learn about the city's history from 1886 and hear about the non-racial "Kruger Liquour License" issued to select bars and what made it so special! We end off our experience in Newtown, which is home to the city's first ever multiracial cultural centre (The Market Theatre) and the city's best graffiti due to its association with street culture and the underground clubs found in the area! By the end of it all, you'll have a much better idea of the city of Johannesburg, it's history, what's going on now and how it came to be the way it is today! We think Johannesburg is dope and want to show you why we love it so much...the best part of it all...you'll do it from the fun of a skateboard!

Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve is a dynamic experience that dates back to the mid 1800's & is waiting for you to explore in the south of Johannesburg! Nothing comes close to being in nature: smelling fresh air while hiking at your pace and absorbing the scenic views in this majestic nature reserve! What makes this nature reserve special is that it has nine (9) trails to choose from. From very easy to challenging, which makes it a great experience for anyone! Other scenic hiking trails allow you to witness the majestic city skyline (and surrounding areas such as Soweto and Braamfontein) as a great reward of being part of the experience! Part of the hike includes experiencing the animals that are found on the nature reserve such as Blesboks, zebras, wildebeests and duikes. This historic nature reserve includes archaeological sites with the Blousbosspruit flowing through the area. During the hiking experience we'll enjoy great views and conversation of knowing each other, while cooling down with water, fruits & yoghurt! Other things to note The area is supervised by guards from the parking area, at the entrance and around the nature reserve (with guard dogs). Please bring either a phone or camera for taking amazing pics to share with your loved ones. There is great internet connectivity and it's Uber is easily accessible (to and from the nature reserve).