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Cape Town Day Tour: Historical and Cultural Highlights
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Cape Town Central
Including all the must-sees of any Cape Town day tour, this option is a geographical and cultural extravaganza, showing you Cape Town, from its historical beginnings to its dark days of apartheid and present day spirit of triumph and hope in a democratic South Africa.
Including all the must-sees of any Cape Town day tour, this option is a geographical and cultural extravaganza, showing you Cape Town, from its historical beginnings to its dark days of apartheid and present day spirit of triumph and hope in a democratic South Africa.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Robben Island Museum - The tour begins with a ferry ride across the bay to Robben Island, weather permitting. From the 17th to the 20th centuries, Robben Island was a site of banishment, isolation, and imprisonment. Today, it stands as a World Heritage Site and museum, serving as a poignant reminder of the cost of freedom. The excursion includes a…
- Robben Island Museum - The tour begins with a ferry ride across the bay to Robben Island, weather permitting. From the 17th to the 20th centuries, Robben Island was a site of banishment, isolation, and imprisonment. Today, it stands as a World Heritage Site and museum, serving as a poignant reminder of the cost of freedom. The excursion includes a round-trip ferry to the island, a bus tour on the island, and a visit to the prison.
- Bo-kaap - Upon returning to the mainland, enjoy a drive through Bo-Kaap to explore how the Malay slaves influenced the culture, cuisine, and aesthetics of this beautiful city and its people. In the heart of the city, take a short walk through the Company Gardens. From squirrels to diverse plant life, it’s a delightful place to soak up some ‘Cape Town vibes’ and enjoy the aviaries and fishponds. At the Wale Street end of the garden, you will find a monument commemorating the life and work of Desmond Tutu, affectionately known by South Africans as “The Arch,” and a tribute to the values of the South African Constitution. The Arch for Arch was installed beside the historic St. George’s Cathedral, also known as the “People’s Cathedral” for its role in the resistance against apartheid. Visit the Slave Lodge, which delves into the history of these unwilling immigrants and their contributions to the richness and diversity of South African history.
- Table Mountain - Continue to Table Mountain, where you will ascend to the top by cable car, weather permitting (cable car fee not included). Enjoy the panoramic views over the city, with Robben Island resting in Table Bay. Also, get a bird’s eye view over the Atlantic Seaboard.
- Iziko Slave Lodge - Visit the Slave Lodge, which explores the history of these unwilling immigrants and their contributions to the richness and diversity of South African history. As you drive through the city, you will experience its cultural melting pot.
- Castle of Good Hope - Continue the tour with a visit to the Castle of Good Hope, the oldest building in South Africa. The Castle served as the local headquarters for the South African Army in the Western Cape and today houses the Castle Military Museum and ceremonial facilities for the traditional Cape Regiments. Alternatively, stop at Truth Café for a coffee at this ‘steampunk inspired’ artisan coffee shop, serving hand-roasted coffees in a vintage cast-iron drum (refreshments at own expense).

What's Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Table Mountain Cable Way Ticket
- Lunch
- Table Mountain Cable Way Ticket
Location
Robben Island Museum
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Alison
Mar 23, 2020
Wonderful day full of history and culture - My husband and I took the Private Full Day Robben Island & CIty tour during our South African honeymoon. Our tour guide, James, was so knowledgeable as he led us around the city. The Robben Island tour was sobering and informative, and a must do when in Cape Town. Our driving tour covered many interesting neighborhoods, and included stops at the Company Gardens and the Castle of Good Hope.
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Tyreema
Jun 19, 2019
Marc Anthony, Thank you! - I travelled to Capetown for my birthday this past May. I purchased the Robben Island and City Center Full Day Tour and I must say that my guide, Marc Anthony, was phenomenal. He was prompt and friendly. He has extensive knowledge of Capetown and it's history. I enjoyed learning about South Africa and conversing with him. Although I was travelling alone I never felt vulnerable with Marc and I know that this is in large part due to Marc's knowledge of Capetown and effortless pleasant attitude that he carried to every place and to every one we met. I cant praise him enough!Thank you Marc! Thank you Ilios!
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