Marshalltown / Newtown 2 hour Skate Tour

2 hours

  • About
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  • Itinerary
  • Things to keep in mind
  • Visit the traditional home of skateboarding in the inner city (Library Gardens) and learn about the history of skateboarding in Joburg.
  • Fun way to learn about the city's history and underground vaults as Johannesburg started in this area!
  • See some of the cities best street art and graffiti while taking in the sounds and sights of downtown!
  • Skate and walk amongst some of the city's oldest buildings -some built before 1900 and still in excellent condition!
  • Discover some of the city's hidden gems that are so easy to miss i.e. cafes, restaurants, vintage shops etc.
  • No u18s allowed without guardian/parent supervision!
  • Transport is provided at the end of the route to take us back to the starting point at the Thunder Walker where guests can enjoy a tasty snack or drink from their delicious menu.
About
  • Skate lesson provided by experienced guides at the start of the tour for all beginners or first-timers!
  • Skateboards, wrist, knee and elbow guards provided
  • Helmets available on request!

  • No food or water provided on the tour 
  • Clients may bring or purchase their own refreshments
  • Advised to bring water and sunscreen - especially during warmer months (SEP - MAR)
  • No open-toe shoes or sandals - please ensure you wear closed, comfortable shoes
  • We do not take children under 8 years of age on this tour - risk is too great for the company to undertake 
  • NB! We REQUIRE that parents/guardians planning on bringing u18s on this tour to contact us beforehand so we’re prepared for the younger guests. 

Gallery
Itinerary
  • Thunder Walker, Marshaltown

    The tour starts and ends at Thunder Walker which is located just behind Ghandi Square (named after Mahatma Ghandi) in Marshalltown.

    The tour starts with a skateboarding lesson for beginners before we ride out onto the roads and pavements in the area – safety gear is also provided!

    A 1906 Edwardian/Victorian style building, it was initially home to the United Building Society - a precursor to ABSA.

    It has an underground bar with old safety deposit boxes.

  • Gandhi Square

    Named after activist Mahatma Gandhi, the square is also the city's main bus terminal.

    Once home to Gandhi's law offices, a Gandhi statue stands proudly in the middle of the square.

  • Library Gardens/Beyers Naude Square

    Referred to as the LBGs amongst the skateboarding community, it's also the traditional home of skateboarding in the inner city.

  • Chancellor House

    The old law offices of Nelson Mandela and Oliver Tambo.

    Dating back to 1952, these days it acts as an outdoor walking museum detailing Mandela's journey from law into politics.

  • Graffiti and Street art in Newtown

    Once the Art and Cultural hub of the inner city, these days Newtown's walls and buildings are covered in some of the best graffiti in the city.

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Things to keep in mind
  • Cancellations 48hrs before start time - 20% service fee charged for refund
  • Cancellations 24hrs before start time - 40% service fee charged for refund
  • Cancellations 1 - 23hrs before start time - 50% service fee charged for refund

In the case the Company is unable to complete the tour due to unforeseen and/or reasons beyond the Company’s control AND tour can’t be rescheduled to another date , guests will be refunded in full.

Postponement/Reschedules

In the case guests are unable to attend on their scheduled date OR if the company is unable to complete the tour due to reasons beyond either’s control, the tour will be rescheduled to another date (that works for both parties) and no refund will be provided.

If no reschedule date can be agreed upon, then clients will be refunded less 20% handling fee.

Children U18

  • All children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult/supervisor OR receive written consent from their parent(s)/guardian(s) - consent forms available on request. 
  • All Children under 16 years old MUST be accompanied by an adult/guardian for the full duration of the tour AND receive written consent from their parent(s)/guardian(s) - consent forms available on request. 

(NOTE! The tour is primarily marketed/targeted at adults but we do welcome children and families with younger children)

Child Rate: under 12 yrs

  • If guests would like to bring more than 6pax, they must let the Company know at least 2 days/48hrs before the scheduled date to allow the Company to make appropriate arrangements for the extra guests.