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Discover Local StoriesCape Town, South Africa

Historical Inner City & Bo-Kaap Bus Tour

  • Departs Cape Town

AdultWas R95Now R85

ChildR45

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Tour overview

Explore Cape Town’s Hidden Gems on an Exclusive Urban Xplorer

Step off the beaten path and discover Cape Town like few ever do with Urban Xplorer — an intimate, small-group city experience blending culture, storytelling, and secret spots. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a hand-crafted journey led by a passionate guide who brings the city’s streets and stories to life.

Guided by a passionate guide, this curated route showcases some of Cape Town’s most historic and character-filled sights. Your journey takes you past:

  • Greenmarket Square
  • St George’s Cathedral
  • Company Gardens
  • SA Museum of National History and Planetarium
  • Government Walk
  • The National Gallery
  • The Jewish Museum
  • Charly’s Bakery
  • District Six Museum
  • The Castle of Good Hope
  • Cape Town City Hall
  • Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum

The experience concludes with a guided walk-through colourful Bo-Kaap, where cobbled streets, vibrantly painted houses and the aroma of Cape Malay cuisine set the scene for unforgettable stories.

Along the way, your guide shares powerful tales of creativity, resilience and community that define Cape Town’s unique heartbeat. There are plenty of photo opportunities at Charly’s Bakery, The Castle of Good Hope, and throughout Bo-Kaap.

Urban Xplorer: Cape Town, uncovered.

What's Included

  • FREE with 1-day Premium Combo
  • 1-hour on the bus with an expert English-speaking guide
  • 30-minute walking tour with the expert guide

What's Not Included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Entry fees to museums

Meeting Point & Pickup

Starts

Regular departures from the 81 Long Street Tour Office

Additional Information

Operates

10H00 and 12H00 daily

Duration

Valid for 1 tour when first presented

Know before you go

Explore the route at your own pace and Hop Off/On along the way

Juniors will love the Leopard-print buses.

Enjoy photo opportunities with iconic views or striking local street art.

BONUS: Use this tour to drop off at the CTICC & catch the Canal cruise back to the V&A

Entrances are not included

For all inclusive options, see the MEGA PASS

Highlights

Get to see : St George's Cathedral, SA Museum, Jewish Museum, District 6 Museum, The Castle & more

Explore Cape Town’s hidden gems and colourful neighbourhoods

Guided by a passionate local safari storyteller

Photo stops with murals, markets, and iconic views

Authentic cultural encounters and local stories

Bonus: Use this tour to drop off at the CTICC & catch the Canal cruise back to the V&A

Cancellation Policy

Refundable if not used within the validity period. Cancellation fee of R20, per ticket cancelled, will be charged and a refund request must be sent before the voucher expires.

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