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Going to Cape Town and wondering what to do? No need to worry, there's plenty of things to do in Cape Town with a local. Join your favorite host and discover the best the city has to offer from an exclusive selection of unique experiences.
Top 10 things to do in Cape Town
Make your stay in Cape Town complete with these things to do
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1Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town
4 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €34.83 per person - Choose your local
3Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour
2.5 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €18.93 per person - With Parinita
4Four Courses Traditional South African Indian Home Dinner
3 hours • home dinnersExploreFrom €64.71 per person - Choose your local
5City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town
1.5 hours • city highlight toursExploreFrom €17.04 per person - With Kobus
6Cape Town From the Water: Snorkeling & Penguins
3 hours • wildlife & natureExploreFrom €188 per person - With Dr Bruno
7Historical Cape Town with a local Historian
6 hours • art & culture toursExploreFrom €52.94 per person - Choose your local
8City Escape: Cape Town Classics Day Trip
8 hours • day tripsExploreFrom €114 per person - Choose your local
9City Escape: Cape Peninsula Day Trip
8 hours • day tripsExploreFrom €163 per person - With Kobus
10Scuba Diving Experience in Simonstown with an Expert
3 hours • sports & leisureExploreFrom €105 per person
“We did our first Withlocals tour when arriving to the city and can highly recommend people to do the same.
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Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Cape Town with locals
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Things to do in Cape Town
Our locals will give you the best experiences that Cape Town has to offer
- Choose your local
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town
4.8 161 reviews4 hours • city highlight toursfrom €34.83 per person - Choose your local
The 10 Tastings of Cape Town
4.7 103 reviews3 hours • food toursfrom €50.73 per person - Choose your local
Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour
4.9 249 reviews2.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €18.93 per person - With Parinita
Four Courses Traditional South African Indian Home Dinner
4.8 27 reviews3 hours • home dinnersfrom €64.71 per person - Choose your local
City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town
4.9 173 reviews1.5 hours • city highlight toursfrom €17.04 per person - With Kobus
Cape Town From the Water: Snorkeling & Penguins
5.0 4 reviews3 hours • wildlife & naturefrom €188 per person - With Dr Bruno
Historical Cape Town with a local Historian
5.0 6 reviews6 hours • art & culture toursfrom €52.94 per person - Choose your local
City Escape: Cape Town Classics Day Trip
4.9 247 reviews8 hours • day tripsfrom €114 per person
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- 5.0
Fantastic Day Trip Around Town
"Chris was an absolute delight! What a fun and educational day spent with Chris walking around the business district and District Six. We snacked on local cuisine, chatted along our journey and saw town from a local’s viewpoint. I highly recommend the tour. It’s well worth it! Thank you Chris - you are a beautiful person. "
- 5.0
Fantastic
"After a dismal morning weather we eventually met up with Bhirdev and had the most mouth watering experience. He is funny, pleasant and above all very knowledgeable. He had the history of South Africa on his fingertip and gave historical background to the food. In spite this being food tasting we were so full at the end of the tour that we could hardly walk. Thank you Bhirdev you are a wonderful host."
- 5.0
10 out of 10 recommend
"My mom and I had a fantastic afternoon in Cape Town with Chris. He combined history and South African foods along with a walking tour of areas we hadn't seen yet. He was kind, thoughtful, and a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend!"
- 5.0
The best gide you can get
"Sebastian took more then the promised time to show us around Capetown. He knows every corner in Capetown, and also all about the things that happened in Capetown, if you want to see anything he’s willing to take you there and show it. He loves questions, and you can ask anything. He is definitely the best guide you can ask for. Not only as a guide but also as a person. "
- 5.0
Dev is amazing!
"We were a last minute tour and only when we met did we briefly explain our interests. Dev immediately adjusted his route and started with a concise and fascinating history of S Africa leading to where we find it today. Just enough. All along our way he kept us informed and interested in back story- character and history of neighborhoods, cultural and political dimensions, things to be aware of and wary about. And tips for further explorations with safety. There was no topic that he couldn’t respond to with knowledge and guidance and brought us non response to the best spice seller, shops that were unique, and incredible in beautiful arts and crafts…and how to best negotiate for price without being obnoxious…we also learned about ways, beyond the tour that he could support our intentions for our time in CT and the wine country. Excellent choice!!"
- 5.0
Wonderful Woodstock Tour with Gilbert
"My family and I recently traveled to Cape Town and we pre-booked a tour of the Woodstock community with Gilbert. We chose a tour with Gilbert because based on his intro video, he seemed well rounded and well informed about Cape Town's history and current events. I'm so glad that we booked with Gilbert; our tour with him did not disappoint! We met up with him at The Old Biscuit Mill where he gave us some time to do some shopping before starting our tour. He proceeded to take us to various points of interest around Woodstock while explaining the history of the community as well as providing insight into the effects of the community's gentrification. We enjoyed learning more about local life and having a knowledgable local who could answer our questions about what life is really like for most South Africans beyond the lens of tourism. My family is a generationally mixed group, but Gilbert was patient when we had to make stops to attend to the young kids in our group. Overall, we'd highliy recommend booking a tour with Gilbert as he's easygoing and very insightful!"
- 5.0
Lovely day around the city center
"Our tour with Sebastien around the city center of Cap town was very intersting. He gave us many explanations about district six, the cathle of good hope, the bo-kaap district, the parliament and the company's garden. He also show us nice cafés and gave us advices for the rest of our stay and about restaurants we could try. Very nice man with lot of knowledge about the history of South Africa and Cape Town."
- 5.0
A Wonderful Afternoon with Gilbert
"We spent a wonderful afternoon exploring Cape Town on foot, sampling delicious local foods at several stops (Gilbert readily accommodated our vegetarian diets) and learning so many interesting things about the city, its history and culture. The food was amazing, but Gilbert is the star of the day. He is so personable and knowledgeable that it was a real pleasure to spend the afternoon with him. "
- 5.0
10
"Gilbert was a fantastic guide, showing us so much of the city and infusing his personal history along the way. The food choices were perfect, and his pace of walking allowed for a strolling while sharing history and culture with us. We highly recommend Gilbert! "
- 5.0
Best day w/nicest,most knowledgeable guide
"I’ve just returned from a wonderful trip to South Africa. I was traveling on business, but managed to squeeze one extra day in for exploring Cape Town. One day is absolutely not enough, but with Elizabeth’s knowledge of the city and sights - and her expert planning - I managed to see sooo much! If you’re looking for a guide that knows all the sights in and around Cape Town like the back of her hand, can explain both history as well as the current state of affairs, can plan the most efficient use of your time, and is just incredibly kind and pleasant - then she is your gal! I would love to return to Cape Town, but only if I get to go with Elizabeth. 😁"
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The Best Local Activities in Cape Town
Discover what to do in Cape Town from a true local! From vibrant neighborhoods to breathtaking beaches, you will be astonished by the many things to see in Cape Town. With your welcoming local host leading the way, you will have a humungous smile with all the splendid activities in Cape Town. History buffs will love exploring the bustling streets of District 6. Learn about Cape Town’s turbulent past and listen to captivating stories from your knowledgeable local host. Artistic minds will fancy the hip Woodstock neighborhood with street art along every corner. Let your local host know what really interests you, and they will show you all the incredible things to do in Cape Town. When trying to plan the ultimate vacation, you will find there are lots of activities in Cape Town. Your favorite local host will point you in the right direction of where to go in Cape Town. Whether you decide to take a picturesque cable car ride to the peak of Table Mountain or head to the beach to take a crack at surfing, trekking the city with a real local is the easiest way to find the best things to do in Cape Town! If you are trying to learn what to do in Cape Town, a Withlocals private tour is the best way to customize your day with 100% personalized activities. Just inform your local host of your interests, and they will plan everything for you!
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