Johannesburg City Centre Walking Tour

Experience the vibrant city of Johannesburg on this immersive walking tour, guided by a local expert who will reveal the city’s hidden gems and rich history. The journey begins at Gandhi Square, where you’ll uncover Johannesburg’s gold mining past while walking along Main Street, taking in its stunning architecture and learning about its current political and cultural significance. From there, the tour continues to Ferreirasdorp, known as the “cradle of Johannesburg,” where the first gold diggers settled, before visiting Chancellor House, the historic site where Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo established their first black-owned law firm, a cornerstone in South Africa’s fight for justice and equality.

Next, we explore Newtown, visiting the Workers Museum to gain insights into the city’s migrant labor history and the Market Theatre, a hub of cultural and street art expression. The walk continues across the iconic Nelson Mandela Bridge, offering breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities, before arriving in Braamfontein, an artistic and youthful neighborhood buzzing with energy. The tour concludes here, leaving visitors with a deeper understanding of Johannesburg’s complex history, dynamic culture, and the stories that shape its identity today.