Full Day Cape Town City Tour Table Mountain and Heritage Sites

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Enjoy a smooth, rotating cable car ride to the top of one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. Once at the summit, take in breathtaking 360° views of Cape Town, Robben Island, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Cape Peninsula. Explore well-marked walking trails, spot local wildlife like dassies (rock hyrax), and enjoy a refreshment at the summit café. It’s a must-see highlight for first-time visitors and photographers alike!

  2 hours • Admission ticket not included
• 2

  Step into one of Cape Town’s most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods. Bo-Kaap is famous for its brightly painted houses, cobbled streets, and the warm hospitality of the Cape Malay community. Visitors can explore the Bo-Kaap Museum (optional), learn about the area's Islamic heritage, and even smell the spices that made this district famous. It's a colorful, photo-worthy stop filled with history, culture, and charm.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Take a ferry from the V&A Waterfront to the historic Robben Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once held Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners during apartheid. Guided by former inmates, the tour offers a powerful, firsthand look at the prison, Mandela’s cell, and the island’s history. It’s an emotional and educational journey into South Africa’s past, offering unmatched views of Cape Town across the bay (Optional Experience)

  3 hours • Admission ticket not included
• 4

  Visit the District Six Museum to uncover the powerful stories of a once-vibrant community forcibly removed during apartheid. Through personal testimonies, photographs, maps, and restored street signs, the museum tells the story of loss, resilience, and hope. It’s a deeply moving and insightful experience that gives visitors a real understanding of Cape Town’s social history — making it a must-see stop for those who want to connect with the heart of the city’s past.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5

  Explore one of Cape Town’s oldest and most iconic public squares, where local artists and traders sell everything from handcrafted jewelry and colorful fabrics to wooden carvings and African souvenirs. Greenmarket Square is full of energy, culture, and charm — ideal for picking up unique gifts, practicing your bargaining skills, and soaking up the atmosphere of the historic city center.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  Step inside the oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa — the Castle of Good Hope. Built in the 1600s by the Dutch East India Company, this pentagon-shaped fortress offers a glimpse into Cape Town’s military and colonial past. Explore its museums, dungeons, and historic chambers, watch the Key Ceremony (on selected days), and walk along the high walls for views of the city. A must-visit for history lovers and curious minds.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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