Spirit of Youth Day experience through the Soweto Art Tour
Where art, history, and heritage meet in South Africa’s most iconic township.
During Youth Month, there is no better place to reflect on the legacy of South Africa’s liberation than Soweto — the vibrant township that ignited a revolution and continues to pulse with creative energy. To mark this historic occasion, Toura Travel Therapy launched its much-anticipated Soweto Art Tour, a one-of-a-kind journey that blends contemporary art, historical reflection, and cultural celebration.
This tour offers more than sightseeing — it’s an intimate, guided exploration of Soweto’s artistic heartbeat. Guests are invited into the private studios of some of the area’s most exciting contemporary artists, where they’ll hear firsthand how local history, struggle, and resilience continue to shape powerful new expressions of identity and hope.
What’s in store:
- Exclusive studio visits with Soweto’s leading contemporary artists
- A guided walk through public murals and commemorative landmarks
- Rich historical context connecting art and Soweto’s political legacy
- Optional stop for local cuisine at a beloved community restaurant
- A safe, curated, and deeply engaging experience
“This tour is more than an event — it’s a tribute. Youth Day reminds us of the courage of young people who stood for justice in 1976 and the generations that followed, continuing to shape a freer, more expressive South Africa. Through storytelling, visual art, and conversation, our Soweto Art Tour honours this legacy in a way that’s both moving and unforgettable,” says Thabo Modise, aka Thabo the Tourist and founder of Toura Travel Therapy.
Early access for art lovers
As a valued member of Sandton Tourism & Business Association — whether you joined in for FNB Art Joburg on the Red Bus or explored the city’s galleries with Toura Travel Therapy — you’re invited to book early. This is your opportunity to celebrate the rich history of our country.
Soweto awaits — with its stories, its art, and its soul.
Let the art lead the way.
- Click HERE to book this first of its kind Soweto Art Tour.
