MainStreetWalks Tours
MainStreetWalks Tours
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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About
Mainstreetwalks is a concept that encourages people to rediscover the inner City and ultimately Johannesburg. The best way to explore these spaces, like any other city in the world, is by foot and public transport. If you have the imagination to go beyond mere tourist rubbernecking, our guided tours, which start from the Maboneng Precinct, east side of the Johannesburg CBD, navigate a way within and around the City.Giving you direct access to the people and happenings of the community. Like all people who are passionate about the City, those who live and work there, we know that there are endless possibilities that exist for exploring the CBD. The City offers spaces and places that are full of charm, interest and history.
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Daniel K
4 contributions
Sept 2021
Tshepo took us around Maboneng and made us feel welcome in the beautiful, vibrant neighborhood. There's a story on and behind every wall, and Tshepo is the great guide to tell it. We felt safe with him, and the neighborhood was fairly safe, although surrounded by not the most safe-feeling neighborhood.
Written 10 September 2021
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OkinawaGuyAB
Tokyo, Japan5 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
so interesting. a chance to experience a truly special part of Joburg. Great guide with inside knowledge of art, architecture and urban development. Don't miss it.
Written 24 October 2018
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Hi there,
Thank you for the amazing review.
Wonderful to hear that you had a fabulous experience.
Happy Travels,
Yamkela Z
Written 25 October 2018
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NormaT27
Atlanta, GA16 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
An informative walking tour beginning in Maboneng district. This 4 hour tour showed how the city is being revitalised and brought back to life. Our guide "King" Sephiwe was fantastic. He was energized and witty and obviously loved his city. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Written 17 November 2017
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Hi Norman,
Thanks a million for taking the time to review us!
The King will surely receive the compliments.
It is amazing to know that you had an awesome experience and gained knowledge about the City of Gold.
Happy Travels,
Yamkela Z
Written 25 October 2018
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kabeHanover_Germany
Hanover, Germany11 contributions
Apr 2022
We covered a big area on foot and the two guides were very knowledgeable and we got a good insight of how life is in the city, not just the "normal " touristy information.
But unfortunatelly it was all a bit rushed, without much time to take pictures or stop at interesting sights/buildings/street scenes.
At the end the tour didn't last the promised 4 hours, but was shorter.
The idea of the tour is great, but it would maybe be better to shorten the route or make use of the full time i.e. extend the time of the tour.
But unfortunatelly it was all a bit rushed, without much time to take pictures or stop at interesting sights/buildings/street scenes.
At the end the tour didn't last the promised 4 hours, but was shorter.
The idea of the tour is great, but it would maybe be better to shorten the route or make use of the full time i.e. extend the time of the tour.
Written 7 April 2022
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Katie D
Newport, Rhode Island, United States11 contributions
Nov 2016 • Couples
We took the Soweto Tour and were very disappointed. The guide spent virtually the entire time we were riding in the mini-van chatting with the driver instead of telling us about the sights and scenes along the route. This accounted for a majority of the tour time given the distances involved. In addition to not imparting potentially interesting and useful information, this lack of communication during the ride resulted in wasting time at stops causing the tour to have minimal time at the Hector Peterson Museum and Vilakazi Street which was very unfortunate as they should have been tour highlights.
Written 9 November 2016
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Good day
Thank you for your review.
Sad that you didn't enjoy your tour.
We hope to make a better impression next time.
Regards
MSW Team
Written 29 December 2016
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Anonymous
Paris, France28 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
We did the Inner City tour. We had an absolutely brilliant day exploring the city and seeing how Johannesburg is becoming rejuvenated and modernised. It totally changed my perception of Johannesburg. We had an absolute legend of a tour guide ("King") and he planned out a great itinerary. Highly recommended.
NB It seems that Mainstreetwalks (recommended by Lonely Planet) is now organised by Curiocity Backpackers, so I'd recommend checking out their reviews too if you're interested. This entry doesn't have many reviews and they're mostly negative, which I don't think at all represents the fantastic experience we had.
NB It seems that Mainstreetwalks (recommended by Lonely Planet) is now organised by Curiocity Backpackers, so I'd recommend checking out their reviews too if you're interested. This entry doesn't have many reviews and they're mostly negative, which I don't think at all represents the fantastic experience we had.
Written 24 July 2017
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Hi there,
Thanks a million for this absolutely amazing review. It is much appreciated.
Tour do not run with Curiocity Hostels.
I am so glad that not only was the tour fun it was also an eye opener that allowed you to change your perspective of our beautiful city!
I will be sure to pass the compliments on to King.
I hope the rest of your travels were amazing. Apologies for the delayed response.
Regards
Yamkela Z
Written 6 September 2017
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AnetteBjorsted
Copenhagen, Denmark11 contributions
May 2016 • Solo
When we waited for two other possible participants, the guide remarked that if they did not show up then this tour is not going to happen. Ten minutes after the tour should have started I did not believe that the tour was going to be, and to be able to reach the start point of an alternative, unrelated tour, I decided to leave. Mainstreetwalks ought to be more transparent about when they want to cancel a tour. I am a single traveler. If they do not want to go through with a tour with only one participant, then please state this upfront. This was a waste of time
Written 24 May 2016
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Good Day,
Apologies for the delayed response and the inconvenience caused to you.
As a single traveler I understand that one plans out tours and itinerary for your trip.
Transparency is definitely key.
Your feedback has been very vital for us and I thank you for taking the time to review us.
Yamkela Z
Written 6 September 2017
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Mike L
22 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Did an excellent tour of Maboneng with my family of 4. Eko was our guide and was full of interesting information. Beautiful street art. I recommend this tour!
Written 31 December 2023
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Chris S
Sawai Madhopur, India17 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
Tshepo , took me on the full day tour to Soweto and around Johannesburg, it was really informative and he was a good guide ! He had excellent background knowledge of the area . Mandela house and the apartheid museum, with the Hector Pieterson memorial were very informative parts of the tour .
Written 22 July 2022
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Nefertiti_119
Johannesburg, South Africa11 contributions
Sept 2019
We had booked tickets for Sunday 22 September 2019. We arrived at the meeting point 20 minutes early to find no one there. We tried calling the number on the website and no one answered. We waited another 30 minutes and then left. If it was cancelled we received no notification. Don't waste your time or money!!
Written 11 October 2019
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Hello,
We sincerely apologize for your experience and can assure you that this is not how we conduct business.
Our tours and activities are always running.
As consolation for what you had experienced, we will offer you the same tour on the Sunday of your choosing.
Please reach out to us at info@mainstreetwalks.co.za or 011 614 0163 to make a booking.
Once again, we are a company that takes accountability and highly apologize for this.
Written 12 October 2019
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Hello!
Thank you for your inquiry!
Yes we do. They are R350 per person for a 4 hour tour.
Are you interested? We have more information listed on our MainStreetWalks website.
Do let us know if you require any more information!
Written 30 July 2019
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