Essential Free Tour Johannesburg

Are you safari hopping in South Africa? Why don't you take a break at the liveliest, most vibrant capital of the continent? Johannesburg (also Joburg or Jozi, as locals call it) offers many things to do and landmarks to see to both newcomers to the country and those who want to dive deeper into local culture. In particular, joining the Essential Free Tour of Johannesburg is the safest way to see all the important attractions and enjoy a wonderful day with a local guide and a small group of international travelers. This is a slow-paced walk ideal for all kinds of travelers where you will enjoy enough time to explore the landmarks, ask questions and take amazing photos.

Your Free Essential Tour of Johannesburg will take your group around Downtown Joburg so you can learn about the origins of the city as a 19th-century gold mining settlement. One of the highlights of the trip will be passing next to the head office of the Anglo American, a global mining company that mines a diverse range of products in South Africa (platinum, thermal coal, diamonds, and iron ore). The stately classical entrance of this impressive building has represented the economic power of Johannesburg since 1939. Along your tour, your group will have the opportunity to see many other historical landmarks and important sights of the financial district.

During the tour, you will learn about the cruel politics of apartheid and one of the main residents of Joburg: Nelson Mandela. On this tour, your guide will take you to iconic landmarks related to Mandela's life and work, such as the Chancellor House. This is the humble three-storey building where Mandela and Tambo Attorneys operated, the first black owned and operated law firms in the country. As you walk through streets steeped in history, your local guide will explain how the country has changed in the last decades, as well as mention the social issues still haunting Johannesburg. Do not hesitate to ask as many questions as you want, your guide will be pleased to offer engaging and informative answers.