
Explore Johannesburg, the heartbeat of
South Africa!
We, the people of South Africa, are a vibrant tapestry woven from the collective stories of our heritage, cultures, and languages. By embracing our diversity, we unlock our greatest strengths as a nation and as the city of Johannesburg.
Recovering from a segregated history, Joburg surprises locals, South Africans, and overseas visitors every day. Contrasts are visible everywhere, but despite the challenges, Joburg remains an inspiring and vibrant city due to its energy, diversity, creative talent, fashion, street art, regeneration initiatives, green belts, and amazing climate.
Start exploring Joburg
Visit Soweto, where history comes alive with tales of resilience and freedom
Venture into vibrant neighbourhoods like Newtown, Marshall town, Braamfontein and Maboneng, where creativity and urban renewal go hand in hand
Uncover the city's complex past at the Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill
Experience art galleries, design and craft shops in the Parks around Jan Smuts Avenue
Explore Joburg with the City sightseeing Red Bus, learn about Joburg’s history and get an impression about this cosmopolitan city
Make use of valuable resources such as Joburg in Your Pocket and 2 Summers


Johannesburg Tours
and Activities
Knowledgeable and inspiring tour guides will show you this dynamic city, where every corner tells a story. Embrace the adventure by booking a tour at Home of Synergy.
Home of Synergy helps you develop, plan, and book tailor-made programmes in Joburg. We partner with various local tour guides who offer tours by car, cycling, skating or walking.
Some of the tours and activities
Explore Soweto, by mini bus, cycling or walking, all guided
Visit the galleries around Jan Smuts Avenue by a guided walking tour
Learn more about South African history and Apartheid struggle by visiting Constitution Hill
Visit Apartheid Museum
Take a guided walk around one of the neighbourhoods in the Joburg CBD such as Newtown, Marshall town, Braamfontein and the Fashion district
Experience a Street Art tour at Maboneng
Walk in the Wilds, one of Joburg’s re-generated parks and discover arty animals in the bush
Visit artist studio’s, galleries, fashion designers, eateries and community projects at Victoria Yards
Enjoy shopping at Sandton, Rosebank, Hyde park and 44 Stanley Avenue


Activities around
Home of Synergy
Home of Synergy situated at Rutland Road, one of the leafy Parkwood lanes, is a perfect base to explore Joburg and the various attractions of Rosebank and the Parks.
From Home of Synergy we offer (accompanied) activities
Explore the neighbourhood around Home of Synergy on your own or with a guided tour led by Alfred, the guesthouse manager, or Marcelle, the guesthouse owner.
Go jogging in the neighbourhood
Swim laps in the municipal swimming pool close-by
Join a guided walk to some of the outstanding galleries around Jan Smuts Avenue
Shop at the Rosebank Mall with well-known craft markets and excellent fashion and design shops
Take the Red City sightseeing bus (departure place close-by) to explore Joburg
Enjoy the restaurants at the Zone, Rosebank Mall, Keyes Art Mile, Parktown North, Parkhurst , Dunkeld, Craighill park and Hyde Park Mall. Book in advance and take an Uber
Use Gabriel-on-the-Go to arrange your transport in Joburg. He is also doing transfers from and to OR Tambo International Airport
