What's Soweto Like?
If you want to find the perfect part of the city to explore, consider Soweto. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Mandela's House and South Western Townships. There's plenty more to see, including Maponya Mall and Orlando Towers.
How to Get to Soweto
Flying to:
- Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), 22.1 mi (35.6 km) from Soweto
- O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Soweto
Things to See and Do in and around Soweto
What to See in Soweto
- South Western Townships
- Credo Mutwa Cultural Village
- Avalon Cemetery
- Regina Mundi
- Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication
Things to Do in Soweto
- Maponya Mall
- Mandela's House
- Orlando Towers
- Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
- Soweto Theatre
When Is the Best Time to Visit Johannesburg?
- Hottest months: January, October, November, December (average 70°F)
- Coldest months: July, June, August, May (average 56°F)
- Rainiest months: December, January, February, November (average 5 inches of rainfall)