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What can Cape Town’s Old Town reveal about colonial power, slavery, and resilience? Trace South Africa’s past with a Private Guide from the Slave Lodge to District Six and the Castle of Good Hope. Optional: extend to Jewish Museum, shoreline and more.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Old Town Highlights Tour
Visit Cape Town’s Old Town from the South African Museum to the Castle of Good Hope, passing the Slave Lodge and District Six Museum. Discover key moments in city history.
3-hour: Extended Old Town Highlights Tour
Visit Cape Town’s Old Town with extra stops at the Jewish Museum, St Mary’s Cathedral, and the Original Shoreline. Hear powerful stories of culture, faith, and change.
This walking tour by Rosotravel offers an immersive dive into Cape Town’s Old Town—led by your Private Licensed Guide, uncovering layers of colonial history, cultural resilience, architectural splendor, and hidden gems without rushing.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide In front of The Capital 15 On Orange Hotel & Spa Cape Town CBD; Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Itinerary
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Meet your guide In front of The Capital 15 On Orange Hotel & Spa Cape Town CBD; Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Private tour of Cape Town’s city centre: following a carefully curated route from the Iziko South African Museum past the South African National Gallery, through the Iziko Slave Lodge, across to the District Six Museum, and ending at the Castle of Good Hope. Your Licensed Guide brings to life the stories behind colonial architecture, the memory of slavery and displacement, and the fortress’s strategic role in the Cape’s history.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Cape Town
You will see façades, public squares, hidden courtyards; hear local legends; learn about social justice movements; and appreciate the layers of identity woven into this neighbourhood. This is an ideal option if you want a rich but manageable exploration on foot of Cape Town’s heart without needing transportation or tickets.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4South African Jewish Museum
Extended route includes everything from the 2‑hour tour, plus the South African Jewish Museum, St Mary’s Cathedral, and The Original Shoreline. Enjoy deeper context through additional stories—of religious diversity, faith architecture, and the city’s ancient coastline that now lies buried beneath the urban grid. The extra hour gives more time to pause, ask questions, soak in the ambiance, and discover lesser‑known corners your guide knows well. Discover the soul of Cape Town’s past and present—book your private tour with us now!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The number of attractions depends on your selected option.
- This is a moderate walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
- For a personalized experience, we keep our private groups small (1-25 guests per guide). Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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