Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience worth booking?
Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience is a 4-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1900 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $1900 per person
Meet your Qualified Tour Guide in the heart of the City and explore Cape Town on this Half Day Walking city Tour and African Food Experience. On this tour you will learn more about the history and culture of South Africa
What you get
- Shared Qualified Walking Tour Guide
- Lunch at AfroDeli Eatery (food only)
About this experience
Meet your Qualified Tour Guide in the heart of the City and explore Cape Town on this Half Day Walking city Tour and African Food Experience. On this tour you will learn more about the history and culture of South Africa and see important historical monuments and buildings. You will also get to walk and stop for photos in the Bo-Kaap, with in a small group tour with personal guided interaction. The tour culminates at AfroDeli Eatery in Long Street where you will taste authentic African cuisine. This is a wonderful way to experience the vibrance of the Mother City Cape Town.
What's included
Included
- Shared Qualified Walking Tour Guide
- Lunch at AfroDeli Eatery (food only)
Not included
- Drinks and Tips (optional)
- Hotel pick up and drop off are for your own arrangements
What you'll see and do
The walking tour departs from The Westin Hotel in Lower Long Street at 9:00am as we make our way to the Bartolomeu Dias monument in Adderley Street Cape Town Central. The tour guide will share stories about this important figure in South Africa's history. From there we proceed to the monuments of Jan Van Riebeeck and Zacharias Wagenaer, before we continue past the Castle of Good Hope. As one of the oldest building in South Africa, built between 1666 and 1679, the Castle of Good Hope has been the center of civilian, political and military life at the Cape from approximately 1679. We continue on this walking tour of Cape Town city centre, past the City Hall where Nelson Mandela made his first speech as a free man. From the City Hall we take a walk past Parliament, the Slave Lodge, Company Gardens, Cathedral, St. Georges Mall and Greenmarket Square. Our last attraction will be in the Bo-Kaap where we will take some photos with the colourful houses.
240 minutes here
The tour culminates with lunch at AfroDeli Eatery in Long Street or Meeting Point in Strand Street. This is a wonderful way to experience authentic African cuisine. Once you have completed your lunch, you and your tour group will part ways after an interesting 5 hours.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cape Town
Our tour guide will be waiting infront of the entrance of the CTICC (Cape Town International Convention Centre) opposite the Westin Hotel in Lower Long Street. He/she will be holding a sign board that says "Kabura Travel & Tours".
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will end with lunch at Meeting Point Africa Restaurant in Strand Street. Alternatively, the tour may end at AfroDeli African Restaurant in Long Street.
Ends at
The tour will end with lunch at AfroDeli African Restaurant in Long Street. Alternatively, the tour may end at Meeting Point Africa Restaurant in Strand Street.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fun and educational walking tour with Alfani
We had a great day with Isaac walking around Cape Town. Obviously, wear good walking shoes because we walked 4 to 5 hours. We were with my 83 year-old mother-in-law so we did find a bench along the way to stop and sit in the shade for a few minutes. But, I don’t recommend you taking an 83 year-old, mine walks like she’s 60. Fortunately, we were the only four people on this walking tour so we weren’t rushed. We went by the castle of Good Hope, but the tour didn’t go in. If we had more time, we would go back there and see that. We did go into the district 6 museum, which was a really interesting museum, and I snapped this picture of a recipe that was embroidered on the fabric to try when I got home. The tour is mostly flat except for the hill up to Bo- kaap (a former racially segregated neighborhood) that is now very colorfully painted in the home of an ancient mosque from the 1800s). Ended at a small restaurant with authentic food. You will have the opportunity to be as adventurous as you want. You could have Bunny chow, Mopani worm or Ox trotters (yep, these are exactly what you think they are). You will not find this by the waterfront, but you will find lots of locals eating here. For the less adventurous, you can have a cheeseburger on a brioche bun. The lunch is included, so go crazy! We had great weather, but I would still recommend that you bring a water bottle.
via Tripadvisor
Great Tour and Great Guide!
Terrific and engaging tour of Cape Town. Fiston, our guide, showed us all the famous sites as well as many less well known ones. He was knowledgeable of the extensive local history that makes Cape Town so unique and connected that history to each site we visited. He was thoughtful and patient in answering our many questions, providing insight on Cape Town's past present and future. To top it off, a wonderful African meal that was delicious. A wonderful way to get to know Cape Town.
Response from the operator: Good day Valued Client We’re so grateful that you took the time to share your feedback with us. It’s our pleasure to serve customers like you. Have a wonderful day!
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience
It was a wonderful experience we would recommend definitely for others. The Guide Reagan Cuba was friendly, very knowledgeble and he gave a great overview about South Africa's history. He answered all questions perfectly. There were very interesting insights into the political situation also. The african food was wonderful.
Response from the operator: Good day Valued Client Thank you for the review of this amazing tour. It was a pleasure showing you around and that you could have a great time while enjoying the amazing African foods. We wish you well with your further travels.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Beyond Africa Safaris (Pty)Ltd, who run 32 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.8 and 4 in the 90+ Club.
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Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.
How much does Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience cost?
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Prices start at $1900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cape Town usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cape Town is not rushed.
Is Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cape Town, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cape Town can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cape Town and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cape Town Half Day Walking City Tour and African Food Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cape Town within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cape Town?
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On Outty we rank every Cape Town experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike, Cape Town Airport Private Transfer, Ocean Wildlife Encounter in Cape Town. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cape Town?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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