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South Africa

Soweto / Vibrant heart, soulful beats, endless smiles

MeowScore 😼80/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😼

Best month

march

Perfect for historical exploration

☀️
january

Warm weather, outdoor concerts, and tasty food markets

🍷
february

Soweto Wine and Lifestyle Festival showcasing local talents

🌤
march

More pleasant temperatures for exploring historical landmarks

🍂
april

Enjoy the changing leaves and Vilakazi Street, Nelson Mandela's former home

🐾
may

Fewer tourist crowds and cooler temperatures

🖼
june

Explore cozy museums and art galleries

🍽
july

Ideal time to binge on Soweto's delicious food

💜
august

Celebrate Women's Day and enjoy the warming temperatures

🌸
september

Witness wildflowers blooming and visit nearby parks

🏃
october

Attend the annual Soweto Marathon or watch from the sidelines

🎤
november

Enjoy Open Mic Nights and theater performances in Soweto

🎄
december

Experience Christmas festivities with a local twist

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

🤑

Soweto's economic situation is fairly affordable for visiting cats, but not exactly cheap. Shopping options range from markets with good deals to higher-end stores.

Check out the street markets for unique finds at a good price, and keep an eye out for discounts at bigger stores.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

short-term excursion

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

short-term excursion

Soweto is often visited as a day trip from Johannesburg.

Tipping

0%

Tipping

0%

Cash is preferred in most restaurants and splitting the bill is common practice.

internet situation

meh Speed

Inconsistent speed with occasional downtime.

good Availability

Fairly widespread availability, but occasional downtimes.

great Cellular

Good cellular network coverage throughout the area.

Electric socket type M

Common in South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho. Large 3-pin design, doesn't accept other types.

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biking hostile

Lack of infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Low acceptance

Soweto is a purrfect escape for adventurous cats, boasting a rich history to fill any curious feline's nine lives.

Leap around the colorful houses on your nimble paws, exploring the vibrant streets - this is the ultimate whiskers getaway!

Things to do

The mainstream

🎭
Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication
🗿
Kliptown Open-Air Museum
🏗️
Orlando Towers
🐾
Vilakazi Street
🏫
Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum

The mainstream

🎭
Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication

A paw-some multi-use venue that hosts cat-events, commemorates historic moments, and provides amusement for cats. Be sure to check out the African-meow-rican wall of honor! 🐾🎉

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🗿
Kliptown Open-Air Museum

A cat-museum showcasing the daily life of cats in the informal settlements of Soweto. Experience culture & history from the pawspective of the cats who lived it. 🐈‍⬛

Google Maps
🏗️
Orlando Towers

Two humongous cat-towers transformed into a cat-tourism hotspot. A cat-tastic experience awaits you - bungee jump, SCAD free-fall, giant swing, and more! 🐱‍👤

Google Maps
🐾
Vilakazi Street

A cat-street filled with history, as the only cat street in the world that has produced two Noble Prize winners - Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Soak in cat-licious vibes! 😻

Google Maps
🏫
Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum

Catmorial and muse-meow honoring the 12-year-old cat who was the first victim of the Soweto uprising. Learn cat-tales of brave cats fighting for feline rights. 🐾

Google Maps

Off the beaten path

🎤
Soweto Theatre
🍲
Nambitha's Place
🐾
Yoco Eatery
🌱
Kremetart Park
🎨
The Box Shop

Off the beaten path

🎤
Soweto Theatre

Looking to catch a show but not feeling like sitting in the human's lap? The Soweto Theatre offers a well-curated mix of music, theater, dance and jazz performances. 🎭

Google Maps
🍲
Nambitha's Place

If you're up for an adventure in South African cuisine, Nambitha's is a classic restaurant with a friendly atmosphere - and the moggy beg for their famous tripe stew. 😸

Google Maps
🐾
Yoco Eatery

Looking for a bite in Soweto? This café offers healthy food full of flavor, and your cat companions can enjoy a separate outdoor seating area, with bowls of water included! 🍴

Google Maps
🌱
Kremetart Park

A lawn made for cats who need a break from napping on the windowsill. Pack a picnic and come for the day; there are enough shady spots and quirky spice plants for hours of zzzing. 😴

Google Maps
🎨
The Box Shop

Purrfect place for cats who love art! This unique shopping experience is an art gallery mixed with a thrift store, selling all kinds of creative items. 😻

Google Maps

biking hostile

Lack of infrastructure

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ hostile

Low acceptance

Mindful meoweler tips

Respectful behavior in Soweto

Avoid capturing pictures of cats without their permission, remove paws from head when greeting, and take interest in their culture, cuisine, and lifestyle with a smile.

Vibrant shoeshine trade in Soweto

Shoeshiners use creative techniques and songs to engage passerby. Don't hesitate to get a shine and listen to their stories.

The iconic Vilakazi Street

Explore the former residences of Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu, and try some Kota (meat and vegetable sandwich) at a local eatery while enjoying street music and dance performances.

Useful external sites

www.soweto.co.za

Soweto.co.za↗

Official tourism website for Soweto with information on attractions, events, and accommodations

www.visitgauteng.net/index.php/regions-of-gauteng/soweto

Visitgauteng.net↗

Gauteng Province tourism website with a dedicated section for Soweto attractions and events

sowetotour.co.za

Sowetotour.co.za↗

Private tour company offering various guided tours of Soweto and surrounding areas

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