NB: Not all attractions of this tour are open everyday or Public Holidays
Tour Code: VACH
Duration: 5-Hours
Availability: Daily (Apartheid Museum: Wednesday - Sunday)
Pick-up Time: Between 08:00 AM - 13:00 PM (Optional)
Meals: Not included
Entrance Fee(s): Guided tour at Constitutional Hill and self-guided tour at Apartheid Museum
The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg is recognized as the world’s leading museum dedicated to 20th-century South African history, with apartheid as its central theme. Opened in 2001, the museum offers visitors a profound and immersive journey through the country’s past, from the institutionalized racial segregation of apartheid to the first democratic elections in 1994.
With the guidance of an expert tour guide, visitors embark on a two-hour exploration, gaining deep insights into South Africa’s struggle for freedom and justice. Through powerful exhibits, photographs, personal stories, and historical footage, the museum paints a vivid picture of the resilience and triumph of the nation’s people.
Located between Braamfontein and Hillbrow, the Constitution Hill precinct is a symbol of South Africa’s journey from oppression to democracy. This historic site is home to South Africa’s Constitutional Court, which was officially opened in March 2004.
The court is built on the grounds of the Johannesburg Fort, a structure dating back to 1898. Over time, this fortress was converted into Number Four Prison, one of South Africa’s most infamous detention facilities, where political activists such as Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi were once held. The prison operated until 1983, and today, it stands as a powerful museum that brings the country’s history to life.
A guided visit to Constitution Hill offers a thought-provoking experience, highlighting both the injustices of the past and the progress towards a just and democratic future.
This combined tour of the Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill provides a compelling and educational exploration of South Africa’s past, offering visitors a deeper understanding of its transformation and the significance of human rights in the country today.
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