Castle of Good Hope Tours & Attractions

Cape town is the oldest City in South Africa and as such, it is filled with history, culture and an interesting timeline captured in its architecture. The city also boasts of nature as seen in Table Mountain and together with its history, culture and architecture, creates one of the world's most sought-after City's. One would need a whole lifetime to discover all the sites and hidden gems that Cape town city has brewed over hundreds of years. However, by public demand, we have managed to compact all of Cape town city's hotspots into a half day tour. From the famous Adderly street to the Castle, the Company gardens and the bustling saint Georges mall, there is no stone that this tour leaves unturned. A visit to the brightly colorful Bo-kaap is also included before or after your ascent up the flat top Table Mountain. A stop at green market square will also afford you a chance to pick up some souvenirs at a reasonable price as you discover the mother-city on foot and by vehicle.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

See Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain, and then head into town to see the city highlights up close with an expert guide. After descending from South Africa’s iconic flat-topped mountain by cable car (Cable Car ride is for guests own expense), you’ll see top Cape Town attractions, like the Diamond Works, as well as colorful neighborhoods like the Cape Malay Quarter on Signal Hill, during a guided tour.
Duration: 4 hours.

Discover Cape Town on a shared Half Day City tour of our Mother City and explore the monuments in Adderley Street; visit the Castle of Good Hope and the Bo-Kaap; experience the Noon Gun and use your included Table Mountain ticket to take the Cable Car up to the top of Table Mountain. This is a fun-filled morning of city discovery in Cape Town.
Duration: 5 hours.

Enjoy a three hour cycle tour around the city of Cape Town, led by an experienced local guide. You will have the opportunity to learn about Cape Town's rich heritage and visit the following interesting locations; Noble Square, Bo Kaap, St George's Cathedral, Adderley Street, Cape Town Stadium and Greenpoint Eco Park (entry not included).
Duration: 3 hours.

This is the most visited city in Africa with numerous awards since 1865. The city has among others the following awards, one of the best cities in the world 2019.
Won the Greatest City on earth by Telegraph Awards 2018. The Best Destination in Africa World Tourism Awards 2018. The World's Leading Festival and Events Destination by 2018 World Travel Awards. Cultural Destination of The Year Award - ZEITZ MOCAA. Table Mountain one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature and also on the top 10 most climbed mountains in the world according to Adventure Travel 2016. This tour has some of the 10 Blue Flag Status beaches.

Travelers also see Bo-kaap a National Heritage Site with its attractive colorful houses. Travelers will visit The Company Gardens, a botanical garden and park in the heart of the city. There are several Museums, Art Galleries and the Castle of Good Hope. Town Hall where Mandela addressed the nation on his release in 1990.

It is also one of the cleanest city in the world.
Duration: 4 hours.

Cape Town, referred to as the Mother City, is a beautiful place steeped in history. This half-day city sightseeing tour will take you to major points of interest and key landmarks. Select a morning or afternoon departure that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, with commentary from your guide.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

There is no better way to learn about the city of Cape Town. This is a world-class city that is scooping awards annually and if you need to learn why it keeps winning these awards you need to visit the attractions.

A tour of the city of Cape Town takes travelers to the most beautiful blue flag beaches beaches. The most expensive residential areas in South Africa where some of the properties are owned by international celebrities.

Travelers do have an opportunity of visiting Table Mountain the only one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature in a city. There are countless photo opportunities on this amazing tour and the views are simply awesome. There is also a fair amount of beauty to encounter especially when you visit the Company Gardens. There are art and crafts, critters and even an art gallery.

In this tour travelers interact with the locals hence they get to familiarize themselves with the current situation to co-exist between the different racial groups.
Duration: 4 hours.

Discover Cape Town's top attractions and experiences with the City Pass. Choose from a 1, 2, or 5-day package and enjoy free entry to over 80 attractions, visiting as many as you like on each day. Your pass also offers free transport on the City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off bus for the duration of your pass, which takes you to over 80% of Cape Town’s top attractions.

• Visit Cape Town’s top attractions and experiences
• No need to collect your pass, simply scan the barcode on your voucher
• Complimentary guidebook to plan your itinerary
• We have 2 in-destination tour offices and a call centre to help with queries
• Skip the line at a number of attractions

And best of all, your City Pass is valid for 1 year from the purchase date, and only activates when you scan your voucher at the first attraction you visit. After that, your pass is valid for the remaining number of days purchased. So, you can rest assured should your travel plans need to change!

Duration: 2 to 5 days.

Get free entry to over 80 of Cape Town's top attractions plus free transport on the Hop-On-Hop-Off bus for the duration of your pass. Save money and time with City Pass all while exploring Cape Town.
Explore the best of what Cape Town has to offer including 1 Premium Experience.
Choose either a 3 or 5-day option.
You'll find there's something for everyone. 
Just some of the over 80 attractions include:

• Free transport, for the duration of your pass, on the Hop-on Hop-off bus
• Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
• Sunset Champagne Cruise
• Harbour Cruise
• LaGuGu Township Tour
• Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary African Art
• Two Oceans Aquarium
• World of Birds
• Seal Island Cruises
• Hard Rock Café
• Groot Constantia Wine Estate
• South African Museum
• District Six Museum
• SKY High-Ride
• And much more

Also choose 1 Premium experiences:
• Helicopter Flight
• Shark Cage Diving
• Big 5 Safari
• Cobra Sunset Cruise
• Whale Watching
• Breathless Combo
• Paragliding
• Spa Treatment
Duration: 3 to 5 days.

Explore the vibrant city of Cape Town (The Mother City) as it is affectionally called, with a captivating city tour that takes you through its rich history, diverse culture, and iconic landmarks. Get to the top of Table Mountain (weather dependent), where breathtaking panoramic views await, showcasing the city's beauty and the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Cape Town from a unique perspective! Get to know Cape Town on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!

Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Cape Town at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like District 6 museum, Bo Kaap, Castle of Good Hope and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Duration: 4 hours.

On this tour, we will educate travelers about Jan van Riebeeck Statues as we drive past them. We will discuss the historic background while depending on which direction we are driving, Cape Town train station, adjoining Strand Street, which takes us to Cape Town's first and oldest building, the Castle of Good Hope, Grand Parade, and City Hall, where we will get off and take some pictures while sharing the history and memoirs of these prestigious structures. After there, we'll drive up Buitenkant Street to see the old Central Method Church, which eventually became the District Six Museum.

From there, we drive past the Parliament, Company Gardens, Slave Lodge, Flower Cellar Jewish Museum, and Bo-Kaap (where we can walk through the streets and try some of the special Malay dishes on offer). We then move on to Table Mountain, Signal Hill, where guests can take the cable car up. We then return to our designated hotels.

Duration: 4 hours.

This is an informative tour. There is no better way to learn about the history of Cape town other than going on a city tour. It brings all the history of South Africa to the travelers as this was the main point of contact for the European settlers who eventually occupied South Africa.

This is also a great tour that takes travelers to all the major buildings and all the landmarks in the city. Travelers have the opportunity of exploring first hand places like the museums, colourful houses of Bo-Kaap and the city. Travelers also learn about how the cultural diversity is copping with co-existing after a long history of racial discrimination.

This is a beautiful city which is scooping awards annually and this tour will bring travelers up close to all these attractions. Some of which are the blue flag beaches, Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Lions' Head, Company gardens and much more.

This tour is also a sightseeing tour intermixed with a health walk and interaction in the city.
Duration: 4 hours.

We are committed to provide seamless services to our new and returning clients and you promise an unforgettable experience!
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Almost thirty years ago, genealogist Aubrey Springveldt started investigating his own family tree. His research led him on a pilgrimage into the earliest days of the Cape, and an ancestry shaped by slavery.

Join him on that pilgrimage by visiting some of the landmarks connected to slavery in Cape Town. Landmarks like the Place of Justice, where slaves were brutally punished, and the Prestwich Memorial, where they were buried in unmarked graves. Along the way, Aubrey peels back the layers of his own past, and talks about his work in reclaiming the past for others.

This is a self-guided audio tour. Please download the tour through the VoiceMap app using the coupon code you receive on your receipt. It is advised that you download the tour while in a wifi zone to enjoy full offline accessibility.


Duration: 60 to 75 minutes.

This tour brings the travelers to the leading tourist destination in Africa. It has a lot of attractions within a few minutes drive.

Travelers are taken on a sight seeing tour as they drive along the dramatic landscape of the coast. This drive is lined with blue flag beaches and upmarket residential properties. The charming coastline with its trendy coffee shops and restaurants.

Traveleres will visit the iconic Table Mountain - the only attraction on the New 7 wonders of nature in a city. This city is loaded with history since the arrival of the Dutch in 1652. All developments going inland throught the southern African region started here.
This tour takes travelers to most of the landmarks and the oldest buildings in South Africa. It is home to the Parliament of South Africa and the place where medical milestones where achieved. The first ever human heart transplant in December 1967 and the first ever male transplant in the world in 2014.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

This is a comprehensive 4 hour tour of the main highlights of Cape Town including a cable car to summit Table Mountain (COST OF TICKET FOR OWN ACCOUNT AND WEATHER PERMITTING), Castle, the Company Gardens, Parliament Buildings, City Hall and the Slave Lodge, Malay Quarter and a diamond cutter visit!
Duration: 4 hours.

Explore Cape Town's most popular sites in this 3-day combo tour and Discover the Cape of Good Hope at the most South Western corner of Africa and the pristine rugged coastline of Cape Town. Venture into the scenic Cape town Winelands on the 2nd day and taste some of the best wines in South Africa at various wine estates. You will also be able to visit Cape town's most iconic landmarks such as the majestic Table Mountain, the grand parade, the Castle of Good Hope, Afrogem diamonds as well as the historic Robben Island.
Duration: 3 days.

Cape Town has long been the home of wanderers and adventurers and we will assist you in exploring this beautiful city the way you want. Below you will see the standard landmarks followed by the general itinerary and some optional extra’s. Our 2 most popular additions to this tour are the Table Mountain cableway and V and A waterfront.
Duration: 5 to 10 hours.

These Tours are the Most attracting Sightseeing places to visit when in Cape Town South Africa, you will also have the best memorable experience on this 3 day Tour package.

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Duration: 3 days.

This private city and ultra-scenic tour of the Mother City and Table Mountain is ideal for couples, friends or small parties traveling together.

Not only will you see the vibrant flower sellers in the Main Street, but also the Cathedral where Bishop Tutu was Bishop for many years.
Tour takes you along buildings of Parliament and thereafter to the colorful Malay Quarters.
Signal Hill drive follows for an aerial view of the Mother City..

Another highlight is a visit to the top of Table Mountain. A revolving cable car allows you to see the different sides of the city bowl while you ride to the top.

Beautiful panoramic views of many parts of the city await you when you do a circular walk on the mountain before turning back to the upper cable station and the city down below.

Drop off is around 17h00/17h30.

STARTING TIME 9h30
Duration: 8 hours.

Exploring Cape Town and it’s surroundings
This tour might change your life after you've discovered the wonders of Cape Town. From Robben island you will be taken to Kloof street house Restaurant for Lunch follow by a visit to the SA Museum and City of Cape Town Business Central District tour including Green market square, Bo-Kaap, the House of Parliament pass by Promenade on the Company Garden” premises, Diamond Factory lastly Table Mountain possibly for Sunset on top of the Mountain where a glass of South African wine or a Champagne would be tastes at your own costs . Creating unforgettable memories.
Duration: 10 hours.

The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa.
Duration: 9 days.

This delightful drive winds its way to the heart of Cape Beauty, through superb mountain ranges, Vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads. The region boasts great beauty, culture and is steeped in South African history with the sheer vastness of Cape Town on offer. The day also commences with a visit at the Malay Quarters to have a brief history of the Rainbow houses, culture, food and Muslim religion. With a stop at City Hall where Nelson Mandela addressed his first speech after he was released from prison, we are going to also visit Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Camps Bay and V & A Waterfront.
This is the best way to spend your day at Cape Town's top attractions.
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

Get the most out of limited time in Cape Town by opting for this guided art and history-themed bike ride through Cape Town’s city center. Along the way, a guide shows you where to find cool street art, as well as historical and artistic landmarks. In addition to central highlights, the route also passes the Cape of Good Hope, District Six, and Company’s Garden.

Cover more ground than a walking tour by going on a guided bike ride No need to bring a bike with you—equipment rental is included Pass by lots of top city sights, such as Company’s Garden and District Six A small-group tour means a more personalized experience

Duration: 3 hours.

I invite you to join me on a Private Guided Tour showcasing pivotal moments from South Africa's rich history. Our tour begins at the Robben Island Museum, where we will learn about Nelson Mandela's imprisonment and reflect on the anti-apartheid movement. We will then continue on to several sites commemorating the vital role of slave labor in building up the Cape Town area. Our tour concludes with a scenic cable car ride up Table Mountain, taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding coastal landscape and city below. This intimate experience is sure to provide historical context and cultural insights into South Africa's complex, interweaving narratives of struggle and progress. Please let me know if you need any other details as you consider joining me for this memorable excursion.
Duration: 9 hours.

Enjoy one of the most popular tours in South Africa, the Cape Town city tour. Cape Town is southern Africa’s most beautiful, romantic and most visited city. Indeed, few urban centers anywhere can match its setting along the mountainous Cape Peninsula spine, which slides into the Atlantic Ocean.

If you prefer to follow your own time and schedule, let us provide you with a vehicle and a guide to explore the Cape’s unspoiled beauty. Plan your own tour and experience the Cape in your own style! We offer Individual or group private tours of Cape Town.

If you or a group of people would like to go on tours without any other strangers, you can take advantage of our private group tours where it will be only you and your friends / family / group on the tour, no outsiders.
Duration: 4 hours.

A great tour that combines all the facets which have contributed towards making Cape Town a world class city. There is history to be learnt as you visit Robben Island Museum and also the coming of the European settlers who contributed towards the current status of the city.

This is also a tour which has a high rate of interaction wit the locals hence at the end you come up with an informed knowledge of the local population. The views all the way from Robben Island to the city are just amazing. There is no better way of learning about the city of Cape Town and the South African population at large.

Travelers have the opportunity of visiting some of the most beautiful places in Cape Town like the company gardens Where there is an exceptionally rich collection of critters, plant species, art and craft. The museums which you visit on this tour add a lot of value to the history and city of Cape Town.

There is a reason why this city is always scooping world awards every year
Duration: 8 hours.

If you really want to know the rich history of the Mother City from late 1400’s,this is the right tour to book.
Duration: 4 hours.

This is a private tour for 2 pax, couples or small parties.

The tour starts with the Castle of Good Hope and thereafter a visit to the District Six Museum(Mondays to Fridays)

The colourful Bo-Kaap is next allowing enough time for pictures. Signal Hill Drive to view Cape Town City Bowl, Table Mountain and Robben Island in the distance.

The next part of the tour will take you to the lower cable station of Table Mountain where you will take the revolving Cable Car to the top of the mountain.

A circular walk on the mountain follows to view the Mother City from different viewpoints.

The last part of the tour goes to Kirstenbosch, Botanical Garden where we do a Canopy Walk for views of the city. Drop off around 17h30.

STARTING TIME 09h30.
Duration: 8 hours.

This tour typically covers major landmarks of South Africa's vibrant coastal city. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to explore Cape Town's rich history and diverse culture. Overall, this tour offers a comprehensive overview of Cape Town, allowing visitors to experience its natural beauty, historical significance, and modern attractions.

- Spectacular views as you ride the cable car to Table Mountain
- Photo opportunities at Cape Point, 12 Apostles, and Boulders Beach - Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Cape Town hotel
- Private tour ensures the undivided attention of your guide

Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

This delightful drive winds its way to the heart of Cape Beauty, through superb mountain ranges, Vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads. The region boasts great beauty, History, culture and is steeped in South African history with the sheer vastness of Cape Town on offer. The day also commences with a visit at the Malay Quarters to have a brief history of the Rainbow houses, culture, food and Muslim religion. A stop at the Beverly Hills of South Africa V& A Waterfront and Camps Bay beauty
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

This tour takes you from the V&A Waterfront in the historic Cape Town Harbour to the Blue Flag beaches of the Atlantic Seashore, the brightly-painted homes of Bo-Kaap and the historic landmarks in the Cape Town City Bowl. Enjoy a few hours in the company of a knowledgeable tour guide who makes the rich history of the city come alive.
Duration: 4 hours.

Travelers should book this tour so that they can get an insight of the City of Cape Town. The history, culture, day to day experiences and expectations are all captured in this tour.

It also opens up to the travelers ultimately giving the reason why it is a multi award winning global city. There is no better way to learn about the socio-econmic values and the hospitality of South Africans than going on this tour.

Visiting the museums, parks, historical buildings, monuments and major Govenrment buildings like the Parliament of South Africa opens up your thinking. Coming face to face with the vibed up arears like Long street which does not go to sleep tells of the social life in Cape Town.
Duration: 4 hours.

The city of Cape Town has so much History that can be easily missed by Travelers due to the beauty of the city. The City is engraved with South Africa's dark History which has not yet been explored in the last 28 years of our Freedom.

On these experiences, we will cover the city's history and the surrounding neighborhoods we will visit some Iconic landmarks like:

District Six Museum
Castle Of Good Hope
Bo-kaap
Salt River

To name a few,

We will also be covering Cape Town's Street art Culture and the history of Street art in the mother city.

The experience will also include a coffee tasting experience while processing the good and bad sides of our History.

The experience is designed to give travelers a deeper sense of understanding of this beautiful city.
Duration: 3 hours.

Visit Long March to Freedom and Castle of Good Hope in 4 Hours with Tickets booked in advance, Pickup & Drop-Off all included.
Learn about Nelson Mandela and other political leaders such as Robert Sobukwe and Walter Sisulu's Long Walk to Freedom.
Freedom in South Africa was really a very long walk and we are proud to share with you, our guest, some important facts about our democracy, culture, and past and current history.
Enjoy a private tour in a private vehicle and guide.
Take real photos with Nelson Mandela's statue and many more leaders from Southern Africa and abroad.
Duration: 4 hours.

This is a very informative tour which combines history, sightseeing and healthy walk. It brings travelers close and gives them an opportunity to interact with the locals. Travelers learn the history of the coming of the European settlers and its effects on the locals.

Travelers learn how some of the rich South Africans and international celebrities love spending lots of money on expensive properties. This tour also shows why Cape Town is a popular movie location for international movie makers. There are many photo stops which reminds us why Cape Town is an global multi - award wining city.

Travelers also learn about the culture of South African and their hospitality.
Duration: 4 hours 20 minutes.

The highlights of this half day tour includes a visit to the summit of Table Mountain, South Africa’s prominent landmark, on an aerial cableway (The cableway ticket is not included. Visits to the summit of Table Mountain are weather permitting). Other notable sites and stops include the Malay Quarter, city centre, Company Gardens, the Castle of Good Hope (time permitting) and Diamond Works shop at the V&A Waterfront. Guests enjoy a brief overview of South Africa’s Mother City from the shores of the Atlantic and the heights of iconic Table Mountain.
Duration: 4 hours.

Receive a warm welcome to Cape Town on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Cape Town to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest.

Discover where to find BoKaap and Castle of Good Hope, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction.

Private City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

We visit all the well know and lesser known attractions of Cape Town and adapt to our clients preferences.
Duration: 5 hours.

The half day Cape Town city tour will take you through some of the must-sees of the Mother City. Showcasing the history, architecture, it’s gardens, the seaside and mountains; there is something to enjoy for everyone!

This tour offers exclusive pick-up and transportation services to all places. We do not pick up any other clients during the journey.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

The tour will start with a pickup from your hotel and travel to Cape Town’s Central Business District, where you’ll explore notable landmarks including the Parliament building, the historic Castle of Good Hope, City Hall, and the one-time Slave Lodge.

Get to learn more about Cape Town’s infamous District Six neighbourhood during the country’s apartheid years. Then head to Company Gardens and explore the multi-colored houses of Cape Town’s Bo-Kaap neighborhood.

Getting an up-close look at the work of a diamond cutter while learning about South Africa’s diamond industry. You will enjoy the activities of V & A Waterfront, have lunch at any restaurant of your choice. There are several shops around to do shopping and entertainment for both Adults and Children including The Two Oceans Aquarium. Guided tours of Bo-Kaap Cape Town City, known for its colourful houses, steep cobbled streets, and Cape Malay heritage. A unique mix of history, African art crafts < buy the gift of your choice.

Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes.

Let’s Roam is the ultimate app-led adventure hunt company! Embark on an exciting journey to discover the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and tackling fun challenges along the way.

Team up with your friends or compete against them as you uncover new facts and create unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—whether it's a spontaneous day out, a bachelorette bash, a birthday celebration, or a corporate team-building event.

Each player picks an interactive role, with unique challenges tailored just for them. Get ready for an adventure like no other!
Duration: 2 hours.

The Cape Winelands is probably one of the most beautiful countrysides in the world, with views of mountains, oceans, and vineyards. Learn about the heritage of the Constantia Winelands on our private tour and visit the 4 wine farms which originally formed part of the Simon van der Stel Constantia wine farm: Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, and Constantia Glen. We recommend enjoying a beautiful lunch overlooking the vineyards and pairing it with some of the best wines produced in South Africa. With a morning Cape Town City Tour, visit the old fort in Africa, monuments, Colourful Historic Bo-kaap houses.
Duration: 8 hours.

Begin the tour with a pickup and head to Castle of Good Hope where we will pass by the City Hall where Nelson Mandela gave a speech from the balcony of City Hall immediately upon his release from prison. Visit Castle of Good Hope, the oldest surviving building in South Africa. Thereafter visit the Bo-Kaap area, which is an attractive place to stroll around and see the brightly colored houses and learn the history of Cape Malay community. Next stop is at District six museum. We end the tour by visiting Guga S’thebe Arts & Culture Centre where you will learn how to play african drum and meet local residents. You will be accompanied by your tour guide throughout the tour.
Duration: 4 hours 15 minutes.