What's Soweto like?
If you're in search of the perfect area to explore, why not consider Soweto? Nature lovers can visit Germiston Lake and Oppenheimer Tower. There's plenty more to see, including Maponya Mall and Orlando Towers.
How to get to Soweto
Flying to:
- Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria), 22.1 mi (35.6 km) from Soweto
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.), 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Soweto
Things to see and do in and around Soweto
What to see in Soweto
- Germiston Lake
- Oppenheimer Tower
- Credo Mutwa Cultural Village
- Avalon Cemetery
- Regina Mundi
Things to do in Soweto
- Maponya Mall
- Orlando Towers
- Mandela House
- Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial
- Soweto Theatre
Other popular Soweto attractions
- Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication
- South Western Townships
When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?
- Hottest months: January, October, November, December (average 21°C)
- Coldest months: July, June, August, May (average 13°C)
- Rainiest months: December, January, February, November (average 130 mm of rainfall)
