Cape Town Guided Half-Day City Tour

Step into the soul of Cape Town on this guided half-day city tour.
Cape Town is more than just stunning mountains and oceans. It's a city woven with stories of resilience, culture, and beauty.
On this adventure, you will explore the landmarks that shaped South Africa's history.
Your journey begins with a visit to the Castle of Good Hope, the oldest surviving building in South Africa.
Next, stand before City Hall, where Nelson Mandela addressed the nation after his release—a moment that changed history forever.
Stroll through the leafy Company’s Garden, surrounded by Parliament, museums, and heritage sites.
In Bo-Kaap, admire the brightly painted houses and hear stories of the Cape Malay community’s traditions. At Greenmarket Square, you’ll find colorful stalls filled with African crafts and souvenirs.
Finally, the tour ends at the world-famous V&A Waterfront. Here, you’ll have time to wander, shop, or simply soak in the mountain-and-sea views before returning to your hotel.

Meeting Point

CTICC (Cape Town International Convention Centre)

Convention Square, 1 Lower Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Please make your way to CTICC, Entrance 2, opposite the Westin Hotel and look for a guide/driver holding a sign with the lead traveler's name on it.

What's included:

• Entry ticket to Castle of Good Hope.
• Air-conditioned vehicle.
• Pick-up and Drop-off from your hotel/accommodation in Cape Town.
• Fuel surcharge.
• Parking Fees.
• Professional, knowledgeable guide.
• Bottled water.

Not included:

• Gratuities ( Optional)

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

Cape Town Central

Cape Town Central

Pickup from your Hotel/ accommodation in Cape Town , located with 5 Km radius. The pick-up time will be communicated to you the day before the activity takes place. After pickup we will enjoy a brief city orientation tour and take a drive through the city centre where your tour guide will indicate the historical monuments and museums to gain a better understanding of the rest of the tour.

20 minutes

Castle of Good Hope

Castle Street, Corner of Buitenkant and Strand Streets, Cape Town Central, 8001

Discover South Africa's oldest colonial building, the oldest surviving building in South Africa, where echoes of the past still linger.
Next, stand before City Hall and Grand Parade, where President Nelson Mandela addressed the nation after his release, a moment that changed history forever.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Company's Gardens

19 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town Central, 8001

Stroll through the leafy Company's Garden, surrounded by Parliament, museums, and heritage sites.

30 minutes

Bo-kaap

Schotsche Kloof, , Cape Town Central

In Bo-Kaap, admire the brightly painted houses and hear stories of the Cape Malay community's traditions. Learn from your tour guide the fascinating history and heritage of this area, home to descendants of Indonesian and Malaysian families.

30 minutes

Greenmarket Square

Burg St, Corner Longmarket Street, Cape Town Central, 8000

Explore one of Cape Town's oldest markets.
At Greenmarket Square, you will find colourful stalls filled with African crafts and Souvenirs.

20 minutes

V&A Waterfront

19 Dock Road, Cape Town Central, 8001

Finally, the tour ends at the world-famous V&A Waterfront, where the old harbour meets Cape Town's modern energy.
Here you will have time to wonder, shop, or simply soak in the mountain and sea views before returning to your hotel.

30 minutes