Mandela House
Quick Facts
- Location
- South Africa, Soweto
- Category
- Museum
- Duration
- Recommended 1-2 hours
- Opening Hours
- Daily 09:00-16:45 · Monday to Sunday 09:00-16:45
- Ticket Price
- Adults R60, Students R40, Children R30
- Address
- 8115 Vilakazi Street, Orlando West, Soweto, South Africa
- Coordinates
- -26.2400, 27.9100
Introduction
Mandela House is located at 8115 Orlando West, Soweto, the red brick cottage where Nelson Mandela lived from 1946 to 1962. This humble dwelling witnessed Mandela critical years in the struggle against apartheid, and was where he lived with his family before being arrested. Now converted into a museum, the house displays precious family photographs, personal letters and household items, telling the story of this great man life, struggle and arrest here. Visiting this site offers a profound understanding of the immense sacrifices Mandela made for the cause of freedom, and is an important place to learn about South Africa anti-apartheid history.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Opening Hours
| Monday | 09:00-16:45 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00-16:45 |
| Wednesday | 09:00-16:45 |
| Thursday | 09:00-16:45 |
| Friday | 09:00-16:45 |
| Saturday | 09:00-16:45 |
| Sunday | 09:00-16:45 |
Monday to Sunday 09:00-16:45
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Mandela House?
Monday: 09:00-16:45; Tuesday: 09:00-16:45; Wednesday: 09:00-16:45; Thursday: 09:00-16:45; Friday: 09:00-16:45; Saturday: 09:00-16:45; Sunday: 09:00-16:45; Monday to Sunday 09:00-16:45
How much is the admission for Mandela House?
Adults R60, Students R40, Children R30
Any practical tips for visiting Mandela House?
Join a Soweto half-day tour recommended House is small, please be patient
How long should I spend at Mandela House?
A typical visit takes Recommended 1-2 hours.
