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Robben Island
A short cruise from Cape Town's V&A Waterfront by ferry, this legendary island is a must-see on any newcomer's itinerary. This is where Nelson Mandela and his comrades were imprisoned for decades during the apartheid era. Former inmates will take you on an insightful tour of the prison grounds. This historical island is now a World Heritage Site and a proclaimed nature conservation area.
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Soweto
Just South of Johannesburg lies Soweto - the largest of South Africa's “townships”. This vibrant city is home to some 2 million people and a number of historical sights. A typical visit to Soweto includes a stop at a traditional shebeen (drinking hall), where you can savor local beer, as well as a visit to the homes where Nobel laureates Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu once lived.
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Umtata
South Africa's Wild Coast region of the Eastern Cape is known for its unspoilt beauty, rolling green hills and pristine beaches. Now the area is getting a tourism boost from its ultimate attraction - the name of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first democratically elected president and the Eastern Cape's favorite son.
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Constitution Hill
Nowhere can the story of South Africa’s turbulent past and its extraordinary transition to democracy be told as it is at Constitution Hill. This national heritage site has witnessed a century of South Africa’s history. From rebellious British soldiers who fought with the Boers at the turn of the century, to the youths caught up in the Soweto Uprising, to the dawn of democracy and the building of South Africa’s new Constitutional Court, Constitution Hill has witnessed it all.
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The Nelson Mandela Museum
The Nelson Mandela Museum was officially opened on the 11 February 2000, to coincide with the tenth anniversary of Mandela’s release from prison.It is considered one of South Africa's most significant heritage institutions. The birthplace/museum is situated at Qunu, south of Umtata.
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Apartheid Museum
A visit to the Apartheid museum in Johannesburg is a significant experience on any trip to South Africa. This modern museum gives visitors insight into the country’s turbulent past and the eventsw that led to the abolishing of apartheid. A unique interactive system where you can assume the identity of an individual who lived during the struggle lends and emotional poignancy to a visit.
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