Winter has drawn to a close with the onset of Spring, and with it comes the last chance for families to make use of our popular 3 for 1 Special. When you buy one adult bus ticket, you get two junior bus tickets for free, meaning you can take the whole family along for a sightseeing adventure that doesn’t break the bank. The special ends at the end of the school holidays, so take this opportunity to enjoy the start of Spring and explore top Cape Town attractions with your family onboard our iconic, open-top Red Buses. The special is valid on public holidays, weekends, and school holidays- perfect for the upcoming September school holidays.

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About the tours

The Red Bus takes passengers on a tour of the city, giving passengers a chance to visit the top attractions in Cape Town and Johannesburg, from Table Mountain to Kirstenbosch Gardens, Constitution Hill to Gold Reef. Hop on and hop off the bus at your favourite attractions, and keep our map and timetable on hand to help you find your chosen stops.

Also, be sure to wear plenty of sunblock to protect against the Spring-time sun, and dress in comfortable layers to add to and remove if necessary, as the weather can sometimes turn on a dime, especially in Cape Town.

Here are some attractions in Cape Town and Johannesburg we’re sure the kids will love.

Cape Town

V&A Waterfront - The V&A Waterfront is a hub of activity, and it’s the site of City Sightseeing’s main ticket office. There’s so much to see and do at the Waterfront to keep the kids entertained, like the Two Oceans Aquarium, the crystal Scratch Patch and Cave Golf, Art Jamming, the Cape Wheel, the Hamley’s Train, and numerous cruises. You can find the Waterfront at STOP 1.

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Table Mountain - No matter what age you are, the trip up Table Mountain in the cable car is huge fun. The view at the top is spectacular, and there are numerous trails one can explore, as well as an abseiling course, a gift shop, a cafe, and a wifi lounge. You can get to the Lower Cableway Station at STOP 7.

World of Birds - The largest bird sanctuary in Africa, the World of Birds and Monkey Jungle has over 3000 birds and over 400 species of bird, all in 100 walk-through aviaries. There’s also an interactive monkey jungle with friendly squirrel monkeys and a reptile exhibit. You’ll also find porcupines, baboons and meerkats. It’s a huge hit with nature lovers and kids of all ages. You can find both the World of Birds and Monkey Jungle at STOP 22.

Hout Bay Harbour - The Hout Bay harbour, located a short walking distance through the harbour from STOP 24, has much fun and exciting activities to keep the whole family entertained. The Mariners Wharf restaurant offers delicious seafood and grills to satisfy everyone after a day of sightseeing, and there are a bunch of local ice cream spots from soft serve to gelato. If you’re seeking more adventure, join Drumbeat Charters on a 40-minute cruise to Duiker Island to see the seals.

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