Johannesburg's Downtown Walking Tour with lunch | 3 hours to 5 hours

17 Reviews | Pretoria
From $75.22 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
Select Date and Travelers
You can select up to 10 travelers in total.
Senior (36-85) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10
0
Adult (18-35) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 10
2
Youth (13-17) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10
0
Child (3-12) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10
0
Infant (0-2) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10
0
Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Full Day Experience
2 Adults x $125.19
$250.38
Approx Total
$250.38
Duration: 6 hours
Lunch Included
We visit more areas
Pickup included
Half day Tour
2 Adults x $75.11
$150.22
Approx Total
$150.22
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, French
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Overview

If you're looking for a traditional tour company that will give a highlighted touristic tour, then WE'RE NOT THE COMPANY YOU ARE LOOKING FOR... We offer Immersive Historical & Cultural experiences that take our clients a step closer to understanding South Africa's complex history. On these excursion, we cover the past, present and future of Johannesburg; we answer the million-dollar question (WHAT HAPPENED TO JOHANNESBURG) Everyone tells how dangerous Johannesburg is but no one tells you what caused it to be so dangerous, Your Safety will be our number one priority as we show around the city and challenge this preconceived idea that Johannesburg is dangerous. With 8 years of experience, you're in good hands with us :) We looking forward to hosting you.

Itinerary

  • Braamfontein

    Lying just outside the Johannesburg CBD, north of the city, Braamfontein suffered a literal exodus of businesses and institutions as the centre of Johannesburg moved out to Sandton and the northern suburbs, but it never decayed as some of the inner city has done. Instead, Braamfontein has became home to a less formal economy. Braamfontein became part of Jo’burg as far back as 1886. It has history, even if it began its life as a farm. Over time it became part of the vibrant business district that was Jo’burg’s Central Business District. Today the area has got a new lease on life.

    1 hour

  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct (Pass By)

    The Constitution Hill precinct is located at 11 Kotze Street in Braamfontein, Johannesburg near the western end of the suburb of Hillbrow. Constitution Hill is the seat of the Constitutional Court of South Africa.

  • Witwatersrand (Wits) University (Pass By)

    Museum showcasing thousands of pieces of African artwork ranging from historic to contemporary.

  • Nelson Mandela Bridge (Pass By)

    is the fourth of five bridges which cross the railway lines and sidings located just west of Johannesburg Park Station, the first being the Johan Rissik Bridge adjacent to the station. It was completed in 2003, and cost R38 million to build.

  • Newtown

    Situated in Johannesburg inner-city, Newtown forms the heart of the city’s regeneration and reinvention of itself. Newtown is a fairly large area that lies sandwiched between the railway lines to the north, the M2 highway in the south and bounded in the east and west by West Street and Quinn Street respectively. What makes Newtown so accessible is the Nelson Mandela Bridge, which links Braamfontein to Newtown, is able to carry some 3000 cars an hour and forms the new gateway into the city from the north. Newtown is now a mixed-use area with a vibrant and unique character, particularly if you take its cultural facilities into account. Newtown is home to the renowned Market Theatre, which played such an important role in South African theatre during the apartheid era, committed as it was to non-racial theatre right from 1974, where a run-down Edwardian market hall was converted into a cultural arena that provided a platform for some of the country’s best actors and playwrights.

    1 hour

  • Gandhi Square

    Gandhi Square is a plaza located in the Central Business District of Johannesburg, South Africa. It is named after the political activist and pacifist, Mahatma Gandhi

    1 hour

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

June 13100% refund
June 14No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews

4.7

17 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    15
  • 4 stars
    1
  • 3 stars
    0
  • 2 stars
    0
  • 1 star
    1

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 15 reviews with 5 stars

Excellent walking tour !

Published on Jan, 2025

I did my tour with Nkosi - it was great way to see the city and Nkosi was very knowledgeable on many aspects of the city and made it a lot of friend - it was a great way to see central joburg! I learnt a lot and had fun - highly recommend !

The Real Johannesburg

Published on Nov, 2024

My tour guide had so much knowledge about the history of Johannesburg and on almost every street, square, park, etc. he could tell me what the area was like in years past and what caused changes, both good and bad, over the years. Since he is a well-known musical performer in Johannesburg, many people knew him and I got to meet some of the locals who live in the area. I also got to see parts of Johannesburg that were very artsy and creative--where a lot of the younger people in the city live. This gave me a better understanding of the people and culture there. Lunch was traditional South African food and I even got to learn some of their customs when eating a meal there. The driver who picked me up at the hotel to start the tour was great, too. I enjoyed getting to know both the driver and the guide on this tour and learning more about where they live.

Great way to learn about Joburg!

Published on Oct, 2023

Great experience!! there is history in every meter of the city. the guide answered all my questions and we had a lot of fun!

Interesting tour in the Johannesburg city centre

Published on Sep, 2023

We had a chance to get to know two amazing local guides - Sean and Angela. Sean told us about history of the city, importance of art for the locals and showed us many hidden gems. Thank you guys!

Awesome Walking Tour in Downtown Joburg

Published on Aug, 2023

After multiple stories of how dangerous and inaccessible Johannesburg is for tourists and staying in Sandton where I felt safe (and in a great guesthouse) but the vibe felt very much MEH, Thai (spelling?) was a terrific tour guide who made the city come alive through his fact telling, personality, and sense of humor. I learned a tremendous amount of history and social context that really helped me understand the city I was visiting better. I appreciated learning the cultural and historical nuances of life in Newtown before and after the World Cup and the story behind the train graveyard located under the Nelson Mandela Bridge. The market he dropped us off at the end of the tour was also super cool and his recommendations for Maboneng were spot on. Highly recommend!

Compare Similar Experiences

Current

Johannesburg's Downtown Walking Tour wit ...
139575P23
time

3 hours to 5 hours

time Free Cancellation
17
From
$75 /   Person
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museu ...
9076P1
time

8 hours to 9 hours

time Free Cancellation
887
From
$84 /   Person
Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience ...
30052P5
time

10 hours

time Free Cancellation
282
From
$105 /   Person
Johannesburg Half Day City Tour
30052P29
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
64
From
$70 /   Person
Private Full Day Soweto and Johannesburg ...
30052P52
time

7 hours

time Free Cancellation
49
From
$135 /   Person
Soweto and Johannesburg & Apartheid Muse ...
69730P1
time

6 hours to 8 hours

time Free Cancellation
42
From
$71 /   Person
1 Day: Bus & Soweto Combo
58181P18
time

5 hours to 6 hours

time Free Cancellation
36
From
$39 /   Person
Soweto, Mandela House, Apartheid Musem, ...
Likely To Sell Out
332490P1
time

3 hours to 6 hours

time Free Cancellation
25
From
$72 /   Person
Johannesburg and Soweto Tour in French
333587P1
time

7 hours to 8 hours

time Free Cancellation
17
From
$89 /   Person
Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum and So ...
327349P3
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
16
From
$160 /   Person
Soweto, Apartheid Museum & Constitution ...
90613P1
time

5 hours to 6 hours

time Free Cancellation
12
From
$110 /   Person
Private Tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and ...
Likely To Sell Out
132296P1
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
9
From
$127 /   Person
Half-day Johannesburg and Soweto
18403P4
time

4 hours to 5 hours

time Free Cancellation
8
From
$69 /   Person
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Soweto Half Day Tour
243569P1
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
225
From
$61 /   Person
Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch
261243P5
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
168
From
$44 /   Person
Taste of Africa Food tasting Experience
139575P11
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
136
From
$61 /   Person
Half Day Guided Tour in Soweto
426899P1
time

6 hours

time Free Cancellation
51
From
$70 /   Person
Soweto walking tour with a taxi ride
308489P1
time

3 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
42
From
$29 /   Person
Soweto, Kliptown, Eldorado Park Tour
180327P1
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
41
From
$84 /   Person
Soweto and Apartheid Museum Guided Tour
38373P7
time

6 hours

time Free Cancellation
36
From
$162 /   Person
Cradle of Human Kind Tour - Maropeng and ...
38373P4
time

7 hours

time Free Cancellation
32
From
$168 /   Person
Half day safari from johannesburg
68301P14
time

6 hours

time Free Cancellation
31
From
$157 /   Person
Pretoria City and Diamond Mine Tour
30052P40
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
28
From
$114 /   Person
4 Day Kruger National Park Tour
187809P1
time

96 hours

time Free Cancellation
27
From
$694 /   Person
Pilanesberg Game Reserve 6 Hour Sunrise ...
25748P23
time

11 hours

time Free Cancellation
27
From
$246 /   Person
Recently Viewed
Full-Day Halong Bay 5 Stars Luxury Cruis ...
106258P10
time

13 hours

time Free Cancellation
129
From
$70 /   Person
Yarra Valley Day Trip with Local Wine Ta ...
Likely To Sell Out
6121YV
time

8 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
67
From
$98 /   Person
Luxury Sightseeing & Shopping Private To ...
332421P2
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
23
From
$450 /   Group
Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour
195640P5
time

1 hour to 4 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
477
From
$27 /   Person
Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
63526P1
time

1 hour 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
501
From
$28 /   Person
Lava, Craters and Hot Springs Private To ...
85633P12
time

4 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
6
From
$378 /   Person
Cradle of Humankind Full Day Tour from P ...
20111P10
time

8 hours

time Free Cancellation
3
From
$157 /   Person
English Afternoon Tea Bus with Panoramic ...
5461P125
time

1 hour 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
500
From
$73 /   Person
Abu Dhabi Sightseeing Tour in Private Ve ...
373704P2
time

6 hours to 10 hours

time Free Cancellation
30
From
$293 /   Group
CDMX balloon flight, breakfast, pickup a ...
New On TravelOne
253001P2
time

6 hours

time Non Refundable
4
From
$206 /   Person
Connect with TravelOne
Louise Berg
Destination Expert
Plan your Next Trip
TravelOne Subscribe
We organise unforgettable vacations.
Subscribe for trending deals.
© Copyright 2025 TravelOne Technologies Inc. | All Rights Reserved.
Visa Card Mastercard Maestro Amex Discover

TravelOne uses cookies to give you the best possible service. If you continue browsing, you agree to the use of cookies. More details can be found in our privacy policy.

Do you have a destination in mind, or would you like TravelOne AI to suggest one?

What is your destination?

Are you visiting Japan for the first time?

Travel Date

What is your general interest for this trip?

City Breakup


Travelers Details


Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2
Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2

Accommodation Preferences

Preferred Star Rating?

Property Preference?

Property Location?

Preferred Hotel Chain?

Meal At The Hotel?

Dining Preferences

Which meal package would you like to choose?

What are your meal preferences?

Dining Style Preferences?

Cuisine Preferences?

Dining Atmosphere Preferences?

Preferred Meal Times?

Transportation

What are your preferences for Arrival/Departure Airport Transfers?

What are your preferences for internal transfers?

Guide Support

What kind of guide support do you prefer during your trip?

Preferred Language for Guide?

Preferred Type of Guide?

Group Size for Tours with Guides?

Desired Role of the Guide?

Specific Guide Personality/Style Preference?

Do you need dining recommendations/reservations support from the guide?

Flights Preferences

What are your preferences for onward and return flights?

Cabin Class

Preferred Departure Time

Preferred Arrival Time

Preferred Airlines

What are your preferences for internal flight?

Cabin Class

Preferred Departure Time

Preferred Arrival Time

Preferred Airlines

What type of experiences do you seek while traveling?

    Air & Water-Powered Thrill Rides
    Airboat Tours Flyboarding Jet Boat Rentals Jetpacks
    Climbing & Vertical Challenges
    Caving Climbing Ice Climbing Rock Climbing Sea Caving
    High-Adrenaline Aerial Adventures
    Air Tours Hang Gliding Heli-Hiking Helicopter Tours Helicopter Transfers Paragliding Parasailing Skydiving Ziplining
    Land-Based Extreme Driving
    4WD Tours ATV Tours Buggy Rentals Dune Bashing Go Kart Hummer Tours Motor Sports Motorcycle Tours Off-Road Tours Performance Car Driving Road Trip Vespa Rentals
    Sand & Desert Adventures
    Camel Rides Sandboarding
    Snow & Ice Adventures
    Dog Sledding/Mushing Husky Dog Tours Ice Fishing Ice Skating Snowboarding Snowmobiling Snowshoeing
    Unique & Unconventional Challenges
    Bungee Jumping Escape Rooms Flight Simulator Fun & Games Scavenger Hunts Shooting Shooting Ranges Tubing Zorbing
    Water & Surf Sports
    Freediving Kitesurfing Rafting Scuba Diving Surfing Lessons Wakeboarding Waterskiing White Water Rafting
    Classic & Scenic Cruises
    Canal Cruises Catamaran Cruises Dhow Cruises Gondola Cruises Sightseeing Cruises Water Tours
    Multi-Day & Extended Water Journeys
    Multi-day Cruises Ports of Call Tours Shore Excursions Worry-Free Shore Excursion
    Private & Adventure Boating
    Boat Rentals Power Boats Sailing
    Themed & Specialized Cruises
    Dinner Cruises Night Cruises Submarine Tours
    Unique & Alternative Water Travel
    Duck Boat Tours Ferry Services Pack Animal Tours Water Equipment Rentals Water Parks Water Transfers
    Cycling & Eco-Friendly Transport
    Bike Rentals Bike Tours Cycling Cycling Classes E-Bike Tours
    Land-Based Exploration
    Hiking Tours Nature Walks Self-guided Tours Walking Tours
    Nature & Wildlife Conservation
    Eco Tours Nature and Wildlife Tours Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Watching
    Protected Natural Areas
    Involves Animals Involves Poverty Stricken Communities National Parks Nature Parks
    Sustainable & Responsible Travel
    Sustainable Tours Volunteer Tours
    Culinary Classes and Workshops
    Candy Making Classes Chocolate Tours Cocktail Tastings Mixology Classes Olive Oil Tasting Paella Making Classes Pasta Making Classes Pizza Making Classes Wine Making Workshops
    Dining Experiences and Meals
    Breakfast Brunch Dinner Dinner and Show Tickets Lunch Restaurants
    Food & Beverage Tours
    Beer & Brewery Tours Chocolate Tours Coffee & Tea Tours Culinary Tours Pastry Tours Sake Brewery Tour Sake Tasting Street Food Tours Taco Tours Wine Tours
    Food Tastings and Sampling
    Cocktail Tastings High Tea Olive Oil Tasting Sake Tasting Wine Tastings
    Food-Related Cruises
    Brunch Cruises Coffee Cruises Dinner Cruises Lunch Cruises
    Specialized Food Events
    Dining Experiences Dinner and Show Tickets
    Thematic Food Events & Experiences
    Donut Walking Tour Markets
    Classic & General History Tours
    Archaeology Tours Architecture Tours City Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours
    Historical Landmarks & Sites
    Ancient Ruins Castles Tours Monuments and Memorials Religious Sites
    Industrial & Commercial History
    Factory Tours Plantation Tours
    Literature, TV & Film-Based Tours
    Game of Thrones Tours Harry Potter Tours Literary Tours TV Tours
    Museum & Cultural Institutions
    Attractions & Museums Museum Tickets & Passes Museums Planetariums
    Mystery & Dark History Tours
    Crime Tours Ghost Tours Underground Tours
    Observation & Structural History
    Classic Car Tours Observation Decks Skyscrapers & Towers
    Art & Creative Workshops
    Art Classes Craft Classes Painting Classes Photography Tours Pottery Classes
    City Exploration
    Hop on Hop Off Buses Trolley Tours Tuk Tuk Tours
    Cultural & Heritage Experiences
    Costume Dress Up Experiences Cultural Tours Culture Fashion Shows Fashion Tours Lantern Festival
    Dance & Music Participation
    Dance Lessons Dance Shows
    Historical & Traditional Skills
    Archery Classes Swordsmanship Classes
    Language & Cultural Learning
    Language Classes Spanish Lessons
    Performing Arts & Live Shows
    Acoustic Concerts Ballet Tickets Ballroom Dance Shows Belly Dance Shows Broadway Shows Cirque du Soleil Shows Classical Concerts Classical Music Flamenco Performance Live Concerts Musicals Opera Performances Sufi Whirling Shows Tango Dance Shows Theater Shows Traditional Dance Performances
    Exclusive & VIP Experiences
    Once in a Lifetime Experiences Private and Luxury Viator Exclusive Tours Viator Experience Award 2022 Viator Experience Award 2023 Viator Experience Award 2024 Viator VIP Tours
    Private & Personalized Travel
    Private Day Trips Private Drivers Private Sightseeing Tours
    Romantic & Scenic Experiences
    Helicopter Tours Limousine Tours Luxury Car Tours Photo Shoots Romantic Tours Sunset Cruises
    Weddings & Special Celebrations
    Photo Shoots Wedding Ceremonies Wedding Packages Weddings & Celebrations
    Adventure & Sports in Nature
    Horseback Riding Mountain Bike Rentals Mountain Bike Tours Sandboarding
    Boating & Cruises
    Glass Bottom Boat Tours Gondola Cruises Sailing
    Camping & Outdoor Stays
    Camping Honeymoon Packages
    Fishing & Marine Experiences
    Eco Tours Fishing Charters
    Hiking & Exploration
    Glacier Walks Hiking Tours National Parks Natural Attractions Nature Parks Nature Walks Outback Tours Parks
    Paddle & Active Water Sports
    Jet Ski Rentals Kayaking Tours Stand Up Paddleboarding
    Sky & Aerial Nature Experiences
    Hot Air Balloon Rides Northern Lights
    Underwater Exploration
    Scuba Diving Shark Diving Snorkeling Swim with Dolphins
    Wildlife Observation & Encounters
    Aquariums Bird Watching Dolphin Watching Safaris Shark Diving Swim with Dolphins Whale Watching Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Watching Zoos & Wildlife Parks
    Dance & Cultural Party Experiences
    Disco Dance Shows Luaus Samba Dance Shows
    Festivals & Seasonal Celebrations
    Carnival Christmas Festivals Halloween Mardi Gras Oktoberfest Packages & Special Events
    Live Music & Performances
    Concerts Jazz Shows Live Concerts Music Tours Musical Shows Opera Performances R&B/Soul Concerts Rap & Hip-Hop Concerts Samba Dance Shows Theater Shows
    Nightlife & Entertainment
    Adults-only Shows Bar Tours Burlesque Shows Cabaret Casino Tours Comedy Shows Night Cruises Night Tours Nightlife Pub Tours
    Spectacle & Family-Friendly Entertainment
    Children’s Shows & Concerts Circus Shows Family-friendly Shows Fireworks Shows Shows
    Unique & Themed Experiences
    LGBT Friendly Tours Street Art Tour Theme Parks Universal Theme Parks
    Travel by Season
    Autumn / Fall Spring Spring Break Summer Winter Winter Sports
    Healing & Wellness Experiences
    Spas Thermal Spas & Hot Springs Yoga Classes
    Immersive Spiritual Experiences
    Light & Sound Shows
    Sacred & Religious Sites
    Religious Sites Religious Tours
    Spiritual & Cultural Rituals
    Easter Lunar New Year Sufi Whirling Shows
    Traditional & Cultural Bathing Practices
    Arab Baths Hammams & Turkish Baths Onsens
    Ball Sports
    Golf Tours & Tee Times Lacrosse Classes Softball Classes Tennis
    Combat & Tactical Sports
    Martial Arts Classes Paintball
    Extreme & Challenge-Based Sports
    Obstacle Courses
    Spectator Sports & Events
    Baseball Tickets Horse Racing Rugby Soccer Sporting Event Tickets & Passes
    Sports Training & Lessons
    Cycling Cycling Classes Sports Lessons
    Winter Sports
    Skiing Skiing Classes

    City Breakup