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Cape Town Uncovered: History, Culture & People Walking Tour

By Travel Africa Right
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Price is €34 per adult
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Overview

Your adventure begins at Truth Coffee, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee sets the tone for a journey into the heart and soul of Cape Town. From there, step into the streets of District Six, once a thriving community torn apart by forced removals, now a powerful symbol of resilience. Along the way, you’ll pass City Hall, where Nelson Mandela gave his first speech after prison, and the Slave Lodge, a stark reminder of South Africa’s past.

Experience the buzz of Greenmarket Square, filled with local crafts and stories, then walk down Long Street, where history and modern culture collide. The tour ends in Bo-Kaap, with its iconic colourful houses and rich Cape Malay heritage.

This isn’t just a walking tour—it’s an unforgettable journey through the stories, struggles, and spirit that have shaped Cape Town. Book now to experience the city like a local and uncover its true heartbeat.

Activity location
  • City Hall
    • Darling Street,
    • Cape Town Central, South Africa
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Truth Coffee Roasting
    • 36 Buitenkant Street
    • 8000, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Cape Town Uncovered: History, Culture & People Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€34.46 x 1 Adult€34.46
Total
Price is €34.46

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Certified Guide
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    Complimentary Snack
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Meals
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    Entrance fee
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    Excess baggage
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    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

District Six (Pass by)
Next, the group will head to District Six, where the guide will share the powerful storey of forced removals during apartheid and the ongoing impact on displaced families. The guide will explain the significance of this area and its struggle for restitution.
City Hall
  • 10m
The guide will stop at City Hall, where you’ll hear about the balcony where Nelson Mandela gave his first public speech after being released from prison in 1990. The guide will highlight the historical importance of this moment for South Africa.
Greenmarket Square
  • 15m
At Greenmarket Square, the guide will share the rich history of the square as a centre for trade and protest, while pointing out the vibrant market and the local vendors who continue to shape the square’s lively atmosphere.
Cape Town Central
  • 15m
Stopping outside the Methodist Church, the guide will explain its history as a former slave church and how religion played a complex role during the era of slavery and beyond, including its role in resistance movements.
Iziko Slave Lodge (Pass by)
The group will pass by the Slave Lodge, and the guide will share insights into the building’s role during the era of slavery. The guide will explain how the lodge is now a museum dedicated to telling the untold stories of slavery’s impact on the Cape.
Bo-kaap
  • 20m
The group will then move into the colourful streets of Bo-Kaap. The guide will explain the history and cultural significance of the Cape Malay community, the iconic colourful homes, and the continued legacy of this vibrant area.

Location

Activity location
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    City Hall
    • Darling Street,
    • Cape Town Central, South Africa
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Truth Coffee Roasting
    • 36 Buitenkant Street
    • 8000, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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