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Township - Langa - Apartheid Museum Plus Arts and Culture Tour
Cape Town, Western Cape
4 hours
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Date
Today
What You Will Do
Townships have large informal settlements sprouting up in unexpected areas. Despite all this, townships in South Africa are known to be very vibrant, steeped in history with a strong sense of togetherness and a great sense of belonging, community and cohesion.
It is also a place where great entrepreneurial spirit thrives, with art and culture among the most notable characteristics of the townships. Here is a place which doesn’t go to sleep especially during the pay days.
It is also a place where great entrepreneurial spirit thrives, with art and culture among the most notable characteristics of the townships. Here is a place which doesn’t go to sleep especially during the pay days.
What's Included?
- Entry To Gugas' Thebe Arts and Craft Centre + Community Centre
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Other
- Opportunity To Buy Art and Craft
What's Not Included?
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Guga S'thebe
4 hours
Visit this District 6 Museum which provides a lot of information about the forced removals of 1968. Learn how the locals were ill treated as they were forcibly removed from their area to what is now called the townships. This is were the poorest live and that time it was as per racial groupings. Visit Guga's Thebe an Art and Cultural centre where the locals meet to showcase their talents. They meet for performing arts and local community issues. Take a 10 minute African drum lessons. This is one of the most popular activities here. Inside this place is some artist teaching local kids how to do pottery. Take this opportunity to buy yourself an African Big 5 pottery cup and a host of other fancy pottery wares. Visit the local Apartheid museum and be taken around by the local guide getting a detailed explanation. Learn about how the locals were treated by the government of apartheid. Go through some of the historical information from the local guide and the posters on the walls.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Raw Tours Cape Town.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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