12 South Africa Mural Tours Worth Booking

1.Street Art Walking Tour in Woodstock

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 293 reviews · 2 hours · from $37Our pick

Walk through Woodstock and Salt River with an English-speaking local guide such as Mandy, Diego, Chandy, or Terence. In two hours, you’ll see murals by local and international artists, visit creative spaces, and learn how art connects with Cape Town’s history, politics, and communities. Meet at Salt Circle Arcade.

“explanation of art was very good. Also good about the status of the houses.woukd have liked a bit more about the social structure of the area.”

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2.Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 257 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Spend two hours walking from Hallmark House through Maboneng, Jewel City, and nearby creative spaces. Guides such as Refiloe, Mulalo, and Clement explain the murals, artists, local culture, and Johannesburg’s complicated past. Expect rooftop views, galleries, craft stops, and plenty of time to ask questions and take photos.

“Extremely interesting , beautiful murals, Refiloe is a passionate guide, making us discover this part of town .”

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3.Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · from $37Top rated

Walk through Johannesburg’s Maboneng Precinct with a local guide such as Refiloe or Mulalo, learning the stories behind murals, graffiti, artists, and community change. The two-hour tour ends near Fox Street, where you can stop for coffee, food, or shopping. Groups are capped at 10 people.

“Our guide was very kind and professional. Heshared not only his knowledge of the art and history but provide insight into the community culture. Thank you for taking care of us. Ed and Peggy”

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4.Street Art and Culture in Maboneng!

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 107 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Walk Maboneng with local guides such as Ayanda, learning how a former industrial district became a creative precinct. See murals by South African and international artists, visit Maboneng Arts Village and the alleged activist Hideout Bar, and finish with city views. The tour runs in English, costs $40, and includes site entry.

“Anyana was great, he was very knowledgeable of the Maboneng neighborhood. He is very passionate about the street art and provided a lot context about the art and neighborhood. I would recommend this tour to all that want to know more information about Johannesburg.”

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5.Cape Town Woodstock Street Art Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · from $31

Walk through Cape Town’s Woodstock with a local artist who explains the murals, artists, and neighborhood history. Guides have included Shaheed, Tariq, Zac, and Shameelah. The 90-minute route starts at Woodstock Exchange, may include artist studios, and visits the Old Biscuit Mill. Coffee or tea is provided.

“Very informative tour. Shaheed's clear passion for art made the tour really special, and having grown up in the area, he shares a lot of history and stories, which makes the tour unique. Just wish the tour was longer - could spend a whole afteRead more”

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6.Woodstock Street Art & Culture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $38

Walk through Woodstock and Salt River for two hours with a local guide such as Chandy, Terrence, Shandy, or Shipo. You’ll study murals, meet artists when possible, and discuss the people, politics, creative work, and social changes behind the art. The tour suits curious visitors who want more than a quick photo stop.

“We enjoyed the diallogue about the past and present political and social concerns in South Africa and the world. Understanding the historical background of the murals was priceless. It was a wonderful morning walk in the Woodstock and Salt River neighborhoods.”

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7.Colours of Johannesburg: A Graffiti & Street Art Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 3h 30m · from $43

Meet Ayanda at Skinner Café for a 210-minute English tour through Braamfontein, Newtown, and Maboneng. You’ll learn how graffiti differs from street art, hear the stories behind major murals and tags, visit a local graffiti store when open, and ride between districts during the tour.

“Ayanda is passionate about Jo'Burg and its street culture. He explained various aspects of the city's complicated and colourful history to me through the medium of street art. The locations are varied and fantastic, and the art itself is vibrant and inspiring. A great tour!”

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8.(Meet the Artist)Art Gallery & Street Art tour with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $38

Spend about two and a half hours exploring Johannesburg’s working art scene with a local guide, including BK, who grew up in the area. Visit Ellis House of Art, the Living Artists Emporium, and Victoria Yards, meet an artist, see street art, and enjoy coffee or tea along the way. Lunch is possible but not included.

“This tour takes you to hidden gems of Joburg. Learn about Joburg life and art with BK. BK grew up and lives in the area. This makes the tour deeper and more personal. The gallery you get taken to has the most amazing artwork by amazing local artists.”

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9.Johannesburg Street Art & Museum Walking or E-scooter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $31

Walk or ride through Newtown and Braamfontein with a local guide, visiting Constitution Hill, Joburg Theatre, and Wits University’s African art museum. Expect street art, city history, and a born-free perspective on Johannesburg. Guides associated with the experience include Sean, Augustin, Franck, and Zodwa.

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10.Inspiring sustainable change through Street Art

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5 reviews · 2h 30m · from $48

Walk through Woodstock and Salt River with local guide Dauriq, with pickup support from Gail, to read Cape Town through murals, galleries, and creative subcultures. Over 150 minutes, you’ll learn about artists, messages, and painting methods while meeting locals. Bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.

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11.Cape Town Street Art Walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews · from $30Best value

Join Sheldon of Sheldon's Walking Tours for an English-language walk through Cape Town’s CBD, tracing public art by local and international artists. You’ll see notable works, learn how the city’s street art scene took shape, meet local people through Sheldon’s connections, and choose an optional lunch. The tour costs $30 per person.

“Lovely tour! Sheldon takes time to explain everything in detail and can answer any questions. What is very lovely is that he knows a lot of locals. You, therefore, have the chance to interact with many locals, which is very interesting and fun! :)”

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12.Braamfontein Street Art & Culture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Walk through Braamfontein with an English-speaking guide such as Ayanda, tracing the district from a 19th-century farm to a student and creative center. See murals by Faith47 and Shepard Fairey, visit Boys of Soweto, The Commune, Grayscale, and other local businesses, and learn how art and street culture shape modern Johannesburg.

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