Top Cape Town Audio Guides

________ PLEASE NOTE: This is a self-guided audio tour and NOT an entry ticket to Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden. Tickets must be purchased separately at its entrance gate or ahead of time on Webtickets. ________ Stroll through Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden’s spectacular lower slopes with this affordable tour. • Explore the magnificent Garden of Extinction and the fragrance garden • Hear from producer Jeanette Clarke, a researcher • Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

This tour offers an unforgettable experience starting with a pick-up from your hotel in Cape Town City Centre, leading to a day filled with stunning sights. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Bo-kaap, renowned for its colourful houses and cultural heritage. Then, enjoy the breathtaking views from the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, providing a spectacular vantage point over Cape Town. The scenic journey continues along Maidens' Cove, where the coastal scenery is truly captivating. Experience the thrill of driving along Chapman’s Peak Drive, famous for its dramatic cliffs and ocean vistas. At the Cape of Good Hope, marvel at the rugged landscapes where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Explore the historic Old Cape Point Lighthouse within the Cape Point Nature Reserve, and later, experience the charm of Boulders Beach with its famous penguin colony. The day ends with a return to your hotel, leaving you with lasting memories of South Africa’s stunning natural beauty.

A Robben Island tour offers a profound journey through South Africa's history, taking you to the notorious prison where Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners were held during apartheid. Visitors experience a guided walk through the stark prison cell blocks, including Mandela’s former cell, and hear powerful stories from former inmates who share their personal experiences. The tour also includes a scenic boat ride to and from the island, with stunning views of Cape Town's coastline and Table Mountain. The contrast of the island's beauty and its dark past creates a deeply moving experience.

Unlock the ultimate Cape Town day with this flexible combo! Explore the city’s top landmarks on the iconic Hop-On Hop-Off bus - from Table Mountain to Camps Bay - then switch to the scenic Wine Route and head to Groot Constantia, South Africa’s oldest wine estate. Enjoy a guided cellar experience, taste five premium wines, and take home a souvenir crystal glass. It’s the perfect blend of city energy and vineyard charm. Travel at your own pace, toast to Cape Town’s finest, and make the most of every moment. Book now for a day that truly has it all!

Save hours reading reviews and researching local wineries, and opt for this hassle-free guided wine tour instead. Spend a full day traveling between some of the area’s best wine estates, with stops at Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Along the way, enjoy cellar tours and exclusive tastings with sommeliers. The experience includes special pairings with six cheeses and six wines, plus chocolate tastings and convenient hotel pickup for a seamless day out.

Explore the perennially popular Sea Point Promenade. Unofficially known as Cape Town’s favourite walkway, this flat, scenic walk is beloved by joggers, dog-walkers and families. This is a great spot for a sunset stroll and features breathtaking ocean views and a healthy dose of fresh sea air. Your guide is a proud Sea Point local and a history boffin who’ll guide you through the Sea Point Promenade’s hidden histories and contemporary attractions. Discover why Darwin decided this spot was worth a visit on one of his famous geological expeditions. Enjoy some quirky local sculpture and public art. While the beach here isn’t the best for swimming, take a dip in the popular Sea Point swimming pool. The tour is ready whenever you are and the audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smartphone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Explore Cape Town's waterfront, from the central business district to the Victoria and Albert waterfront, with this hop-on hop-off sightseeing cruise. Along the way, listen to commentary on the city's maritime history and hop off at any point you like to explore further. Choose a one-way or round-trip ticket, each valid for a full day, to suit your schedule.

Explore Cape Town at your own pace with a 1- or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass featuring free Wi-Fi. Journey around three bus routes with stops at more than 30 attractions including Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain, Constantia Valley, and the V&A Waterfront. Spend as long as you wish at each, enjoy free walking tours, or upgrade to include a harbor cruise and sunset bus tour.

This perennially popular route takes you on a gentle but bracing stroll around the spectacular curve of False Bay, from the laid-back coastal suburb of Muizenberg (the gateway to the South Peninsula), via beautiful St James, to the vibey, bustling village and harbour of Kalk Bay. Your guide is Maggie Follett, a freelance journalist, amateur poet and sometime filmmaker, with a passion for history, culture, and - above all - storytelling! She especially love to share fascinating, little-known facts about quirky people and places in and around wonderful Cape Town, the city of her birth. This is a self-guided audio tour. Download the tour onto the VoiceMap app while in a wifi zone and select the Start Tour option when you're ready to get going.

Robben Island boat trip and museum tour is one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa and is likely to sell out in advance. Secure your shared boat trip and museum tour tickets and skip the ticketing line by booking this tour. Along the way, learn about the Island's role as a former prison, and hear stories about Nelson Mandela and how he spent 18 years of his 27-year sentence there.

The tour begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Cape Town City Centre, setting the tone for an exciting day of exploration. You will then visit the scenic Fairview Wine and Cheese Tasting Experience in Paarl, where you can enjoy sampling a variety of renowned wines and delicious cheeses in a beautiful vineyard setting. Later, the highlight of the day is the Big 5 Cape Town Safari, which includes a 2-3 hour game drive through the reserve. During this time, you can take in stunning views of the African wilderness and observe the diverse landscape and wildlife from a safe distance. A tasty lunch is provided, allowing you to relax and appreciate the natural surroundings. After an enriching day, you will be returned comfortably to your hotel in Cape Town. This full-day tour offers a perfect blend of scenic vineyard experiences and the awe-inspiring beauty of the African savannah, creating memorable moments for every traveler.

Climb aboard a helicopter for an unforgettable flight over Cape Town. During this efficient helicopter tour, see the majestic Table Mountain from all sides and the natural amphitheater of Cape Town’s City Bowl. Soar over the beautiful Atlantic coastline and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of area attractions including the Twelve Apostles, Lion’s Head, and Hout Bay. See more in a short time and have great photos to prove it.

Get a comprehensive tour of Cape Town in just a half day. Great for first-time visitors or those short on time, this guided tour ensures you won't miss any highlights during your explorations. Listen to a guide's commentary as you travel about the city's history, culture, and modern life, allowing you to learn much more than you would exploring on your own. Choice of morning or afternoon departure and round-trip transportation from the door of your hotel makes this tour extra convenient.

Discover Cape Town’s highlights with the perfect combo ticket! Enjoy unlimited sightseeing on a 1-day Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour, visiting Table Mountain, Camps Bay, and the vibrant city center. Then, rise above the V&A Waterfront on the Cape Wheel for breathtaking 360° views. Create your own flexible adventure and see the best of Cape Town at your own pace. Book now and experience the city from land and sky!

Experience Cape Town's crown jewel! Ride the famous cable car, explore scenic trails, spot wildlife and capture panoramic ocean views from the top of Table Mountain

Discover Cape Town by land and sea with this action-packed combo tour. Glide through city streets on the iconic red open-top bus, then splash into the harbour aboard the Waterfront Duck an amphibious adventure unlike any other in Africa. With flexible hop-on hop-off access and live guide commentary, it's the ultimate way to see the city from every angle. Book now for two tours in one unforgettable experience.

Discover the real Cape Town on this guided Langa Township Tour. Walk with a local guide, meet residents, visit community projects, and learn the history, culture, and daily life of one of South Africa’s oldest townships. Led by passionate local guides, this experience connects you directly with communities, showing resilience, creativity, and the powerful sense of ubuntu (humanity toward others) that defines township culture. What to Expect Personal Encounters & Insightful Storytelling Walk the streets with a local guide who knows the community, its history, and the daily life of its people. Cultural & Creative Hubs Visit homes, daycare centers, local craft shops, and mural-filled corners where art and activism meet. This experience is designed to be respectful, educational, and community-driven. A portion of every booking supports local education and community development initiatives in Langa Township.

Take a leisurely exploration of the amazing scenery and fascinating wildlife of the Cape Peninsula on this flexible-length private tour. Travel by private vehicle and call the shots on what to see and do. Among the potential sights you might pick are a wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards, a visit to the penguins of Boulders Beach, or a visit to the beautiful Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. A private guide, private vehicle, and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

WHAT MAKE THIS TOUR UNIQUE SPYCED is the best restaurant that celebrates Cape Cooking and Soulful Sounds. It’s a joyful fusion of shared food, bold spices, captivating stories, and lively entertainment. Embracing the city’s rich diversity, SPYCED reflects Cape Town’s unique blend of cultures, languages, lifestyles, cuisine, and unmistakable attitude!

SPYCED is the best restaurant that celebrates Cape Cooking and Soulful Sounds. It’s a joyful fusion of shared food, bold spices, captivating stories, and lively entertainment. Embracing the city’s rich diversity, SPYCED reflects Cape Town’s unique blend of cultures, languages, lifestyles, cuisine, and unmistakable attitude!

Spotting the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo—is a priority for many visitors to South Africa and this tour is ideal for those with limited time. Travel from Cape Town by upmarket air-conditioned vehicle, enjoying views of the Breede River, Hex River Wine Valley, and Table Mountain along the way, then join a group safari drive at a private game reserve and enjoy some incredible wildlife-watching opportunities.

Cape Town is known for its magnificent scenery, and one of the most beautiful times of day to admire its landscape is at sunset. With this tour, save time researching the most photogenic sunset spots, and get taken on a bus tour that showcases scenic locations such as Sea Point and Camps Bay. The final stop is Signal Hill—the perfect place to see the sun setting over the Atlantic Ocean.

Explore the Bo-Kaap with one of its renowned residents Shereen Habib. Starting at the Bo-Kaap Museum, wind your way past the neighborhood’s major sites and secret corners on old cobbled streets. You’ll visit the oldest mosque in South Africa and learn the real significance behind the Tana Baru Cemetery. Shereen’s intimate knowledge and unique humour reveals a living history of the Bo-Kaap that cannot be found anywhere else. The tour is ready whenever you are. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. Bo-kaaps brightly painted houses provide excellent photography throughout, and there’s also a great lunch eatery where you can sample ridiculously tasty Cape Malay cuisine. Start the tour in the app, put your phone in your pocket, and let Shereen direct you through the streets. The total walking distance is 1km and takes about a half hour without stopping, but you can pause anytime!