Constitution Hill

Museum • Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

Constitution Hill in Johannesburg, South Africa, stands as a powerful testament to the country's turbulent past and its journey towards democracy and justice. This historic site, once a prison complex that held political activists including Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi, has been transformed into a poignant museum that offers visitors a glimpse into South Africa's struggle for freedom and equality.

The museum at Constitution Hill tells the story of not only the inmates who were held here, but also the larger context of apartheid and the fight against it. Through interactive exhibits, multimedia presentations, and personal anecdotes, visitors are able to explore the complexities and injustices of South Africa's past.

Walking through the corridors and cell blocks of Constitution Hill, visitors can feel the weight of history bearing down on them. The starkness of the prison cells juxtaposed with the hope and resilience of the human spirit create a profound and emotional experience that lingers long after leaving.

In addition to its museum, Constitution Hill also serves as a prominent symbol of South Africa's commitment to justice and reconciliation. Today, it is a place where people come together to reflect, learn, and honor the legacy of those who fought for freedom and equality.


Tours for Constitution Hill

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything Constitution Hill has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours) in Johannesburg, Gauteng $97 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg and Soweto Tour (6-7 hours)

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

Fun day out exploring the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold (Johannesburg).
This tour will give you an overall history about South Africa’s history. We will visit various attractions in both Johannesburg and Soweto.

We can always customize the tour to meet your expectations.

Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum and Soweto Guided Full-Day Tour  in Johannesburg, Gauteng $180 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum and Soweto Guided Full-Day Tour

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

This tour will take you through the most historic places in Africa from the richest city in Africa ''the city of gold'' ''Johannesburg'' to one of the most famous townships Soweto. Johannesburg city is so full of tales to tell from the gold rush of 1886 to the dark era of Apartheid to the democratic South Africa that is rich in cultural diversity. Now the township of Soweto was once home to heroes like Nelson Mandela, Desmond tutu, Winnie Mandela, James Mpanza, Yvonne Chaka Chaka the list is endless. This township really comes alive and it's so rich in African culture and heritage.

Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off  in Johannesburg, Gauteng $58 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg & Soweto Full day Tour - With Pickup & Drop Off

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

NB) Please note if Poverty porn is what you looking for this is not the tour for you, we are not the company that showcases poor people or invades people's privacy for our guest's satisfaction.

Howeve, what we do is showcase the beauty and what makes South Africa a unique destination.

On this excursion, we will be exploring Soweto & Johannesburg.

South West Township as known as SOWETO is not only home to two noble piece price winners but also home to over 2 million South Africans.

Soweto is where it all started for most black people in South Africa and on this experience we will be covering the past present but most importantly the future of Soweto and South Africa as a whole.

How this experience we will cover both Johannesburg and Soweto showcasing the key landmarks in the areas and the impact aparthied had on this two cities, the parallels of two cities designed for two different colors of people.

Johannesburg Historical, Apartheid Museum & Soweto  in Johannesburg, Gauteng $104 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg Historical, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

Johannesburg(New York of Africa) in South Africa is the second largest city in Africa, in 2016 there were 4.94 million people living in the City of Johannesburg. Joburg, or Jozi as some prefer to call it, offers visitors an experience as unique and diverse as the city itself. Whether you are on business, in search of a cultural encounter, an adrenaline rush or simply want to relax and unwind for a few days, the city of Johannesburg has everything you’re looking for and more!

History. Settlement of Johannesburg began in 1886 when gold was discovered in the Witwatersrand by an Australian prospector named George Harrison. The discovery spurred a feverish gold rush as fortune hunters from all over the world descended on the area.
Establishment of Soweto and the history of forced removal
Soweto uprising 1976

Johannesburg Full Day  in Johannesburg, Gauteng $126 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg Full Day

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

The package tailored to cover the most visited or touristic destinations in Johannesburg. Taking into account valuable of time one's limited time in this economic hub of South Africa we completely devoting this long day to make it more possible to explore Johannesburg downtown, Soweto and Apartheid Museum in a unique exciting and informative method. Again if one is heading for the Airport after we finish we also offer a free drop off.
On this tour we always advise our guests to stick to the briefed time wherever we stop to cover everything put on the itinerary.

Johannesburg & Apartheid Museum Tour  in Johannesburg, Gauteng $69 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg & Apartheid Museum Tour

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

Join us for the Johannesburg tour as we explore the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold.
This tour will give you an overall about South Africa’s history as we visit various attractions in both Johannesburg.

Private Tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, Gauteng $125 Tour Provided by Viator

Private Tour of Johannesburg, Soweto and Apartheid Museum

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

This tour starts at your hotel and then we'll head to the city center of Johannesburg.

We will visit Constitution Hill where we will appreciate the Constitutional Court building whose design is unique in the world. This building is built on the site and with the bricks of an old prison where Gandhi and Mandela were imprisoned.

We will visit the Apartheid Museum, known as the "Essence of the Nation". Its walls represent the tragedy, destruction, brutality and the struggle of a people for democracy.

Later we will go to Soweto, passing first by the football stadium, site of the 2010 World Cup.

Once in Soweto, we will walk through its streets immersing ourselves in the events of 1976 that influenced the struggle for freedom, and we will walk in the footsteps of the Father of the Nation, Nelson Mandela. We will go through Vilakazi street where we will visit the house where he and his family lived.

Then we will visit Nelson Mandela Square.

Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour in Johannesburg, Gauteng $36 Tour Provided by Viator

Johannesburg City Evolution, Arts and Museums Walking Tour

Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

This tour provides a unique and thought-provoking experience, offering insights into South Africa's history, its commitment to democracy and human rights, and its ongoing journey towards a more equitable future.

We also explore the arts of South Africa, both in museums and on the streets. Lastly, we use local transportation to give you an authentic experience.

All the locations we'll be exploring have been renovated to ensure comfort and accessibility for tourists.