All Johannesburg Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 3

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Johannesburg. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

• Full-Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

• Soweto/Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour

• Half-Day Tour of Soweto Tour

• Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

• Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum

Yes, guided tours of Johannesburg are definitely worth it. In fact, they're recommended due to the city's relatively high crime rate and the dangers of the bush if you're on safari. Renting a car is not advised, especially if it's your first time in South Africa, and you should never go into a township without a local guide. In addition to much-needed transportation, guided tours provide important historical context.

Per one customer who booked the Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full-Day Guided Tour, "Wonderful day of learning about the history and culture of the Johannesburg and Soweto communities. Mo was a very informative guide and gracious host for the day. This was a great way to start our South Africa trip!"

Guided tours of Johannesburg come in a wide range of prices, so it's easy to find something for every budget. Self-guided tours start around US$6 per person. Walking tours in the city led by live guides average around US$10 per person per hour. At the higher end of the price range, expect to pay at least US$150 per person for a full-day safari within Pilanesberg National Park. Private tours and multi-day excursions naturally cost a lot more.

For an immersive tour at the lower end of the price range, book the Johannesburg: Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour for around US$39 per person. Over the course of two hours, you'll explore this creative hub with a local guide who can tell you all about the area's colorful murals and explain their significance. Pricier options include the popular Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum from US$131 per person. This 9-hour itinerary includes driving by Nelson Mandela's former house and the FNB Stadium and stops at Constitution Hill, Mary Fitzgerald Square, and the Hector Pieterson Museum. You'll also spend two hours at the Apartheid Museum and get to visit a township to see how many locals live.

Johannesburg tours feature an array of activities, so it's easy to find something for everyone in your group. Choose from walking tours, driving safaris, and even hot-air balloon safaris. Cultural activities include visits to local museums and townships as well as wine tastings and street art tours.

All-day or multi-day Johannesburg tours will help you pack in as many sights and activities as possible. For example, the Two-Day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg takes you to one of Africa's most famous national parks, where you'll go for guided game drives in pursuit of the Big Five and spend the night "glamping" in the bush at a tented camp.

Johannesburg can easily be done in 1–2 days if you’re looking to visit the Apartheid Museum, Nelson Mandela Square, Gold Reef City, or Soweto. Give yourself at least another day or two if you want to check out a nearby safari park or take a day trip to see the Cradle of Humankind, Sun City, or go on safari in Pilanesburg National Park.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Johannesburg:

• Soweto

• Apartheid Museum

• Mandela House

• Sun City

• Constitution Hill

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Johannesburg.

There are tons of great trips to take from Johannesburg. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Full-Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

• Full-Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

• Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum & Sterkfontein Cave Experience

• Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

• Full Day Exquisite Pilanesberg Safari from Johannesburg

View all of Viator's top Johannesburg day trips.

You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Johannesburg. Here are some of the best Johannesburg activities under US$30 per person:

• Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option

• Wine Tasting Experience in Johannesburg

• Mapatiza Gemstone Mine Tour Discover Gemstone Transformation

• Johannesburg Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

• Johannesburg's Migration History with a local lunch

There are tons of Johannesburg activities that you can enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Full-Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

• Full-Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

• Early Morning Balloon Safari with Breakfast from Magaliesburg

• Half-Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

• Guided Bicycle Tour of Soweto with Lunch

View all of Viator's top outdoor activities in Johannesburg.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Johannesburg:

• Apartheid Museum

• Mandela House

• Constitution Hill

• Aha Lesedi Cultural Village

• Cradle of Humankind

View all of Viator's top museum tickets and passes in Johannesburg.

Johannesburg has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Full-Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

• Full-Day Pilanesberg Experience in Open Vehicle

• Half-Day Lion Park tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

• Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum & Sterkfontein Cave Experience

• Elephant & Monkey Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg

View all of Viator's top family-friendly tours in Johannesburg.