What's Soweto Like?
If you want to find the perfect part of the city to explore, consider Soweto. Nature lovers can visit Germiston Lake and Oppenheimer Tower. There's plenty more to see, including Mandela House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial.
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
- Germiston Lake
- South Western Townships
- Oppenheimer Tower
- Credo Mutwa Cultural Village
- Avalon Cemetery
Things to Do in Soweto
- Mandela House
- Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
- Orlando Towers
- Soweto Theatre
- Maponya Mall
Other Popular Soweto Attractions
- Regina Mundi
- Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication
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)