Bronze sculptures of South African freedom fighters at the Long March to Freedom exhibit

Township Tour Highlights

Long March to Freedom

The Long March to Freedom is a monumental collection of more than 100 life-size bronze sculptures of the men and women who shaped South Africa's long walk to democracy — from early 19th-century leaders to the negotiators of the modern constitution. It is one of the most affecting public-history exhibits in the country.

  • Collection100+ life-size bronze sculptures
  • FocusSouth Africa's freedom struggle
  • Time needed60–90 minutes
  • Best paired withDistrict Six, Langa, Robben Island

Why visit Long March to Freedom

A powerful, chronological walk-through of the people who built South Africa's democracy.

Complements the Langa and District Six stops with a broader national context.

Where Long March to Freedom is

The exhibition tours; its current permanent-hosting venue and hours are confirmed at the time of booking.

What to expect

A guided or self-guided walk through the ranks of sculptures with commentary on each figure's contribution.

Interpretation panels covering the arc from early resistance to the negotiated settlement.

How to include Long March to Freedom in a Wanderer private tour

We integrate the Long March to Freedom into a Wanderer private township or history tour where its schedule permits, alongside the District Six Museum and Langa.

Frequently asked

Questions about Long March to Freedom

Plan your trip

Include Long March to Freedom in your Wanderer private tour

Share your dates and interests and we'll design a private route around Long March to Freedom — with a professional guide, a branded Mercedes vehicle and every logistical detail handled.

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