Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa

Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets.

Outty Ranking 52 4.0 · 4 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $1345
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52/100

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Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. is a 5-hour experience in Cape Town, South Africa, from $1345 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
52 / 100
Rating
4/5 (4)
Duration
5 hours
From
$1345 per person

With this half-day Tour, you will visit Robben Island Museum and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront , with transportation included, as well as admission to Robben Island. As one of South Africa's most visited museums, Robben I

What you get

  • Entry/ Admission to Robben Island.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Round trip transportation when you choose that option.
  • Parking Fees
  • Guide

About this experience

With this half-day Tour, you will visit Robben Island Museum and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront , with transportation included, as well as admission to Robben Island. As one of South Africa's most visited museums, Robben Island tour is best booked well in advance. Learn about the Island's long history from your guide and see the cell that housed the Former South African President Nelson Mandela. Interestingly, the Tour on Robben Island is led by a former political prisoner who shares insights into the fascinating history of the Island. Come and discover the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront with us! The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is a world- class retail and local entertainment precinct offering more than 80 eateries, 450 shops, museums, Galleries and souvenir shops, Ocean activities, coffee shops, craft markets with local vendors and many more.

What's included

Included

  • Entry/ Admission to Robben Island.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Round trip transportation when you choose that option.
  • Parking Fees
  • Guide
  • Fuel surcharge

Not included

  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Robben Island Museum

    Pick up at accommodation in Cape Town. You will receive a shared transfer fro your hotel in Cape Town to the Silo District where you will be escorted to the Nelson Mandela Gateway. Here you will charter a shared to Robben Island museum where you will be met by a former political prisoner who will conduct the tour of the Island. ( PLEASE note that out Tour guide/ driver will not be joining you on the tour of the Robben Island museum). The entire tour lasts +- 4 hours which includes hotel pick up. For part of the tour, you will be transported around the Island by bus, before you visit the prison cell of Nelson Mandela and take the long walk to freedom. Upon our arrival back at the Jetty, your Tour guide/ Driver will meet you at the entrance of the Nelson Mandela Gateway for the next stop.

    240 minutes here · Admission included

  2. V&A Waterfront

    Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has become South Africa's most visited destination, Set against a backdrop of magnificent sea and Mountains views, exciting shopping and entertainment venues and intermingled with imaginative office locations, world- class hotels and luxury apartments in the residential marina. We invite you to discover the experience; live, work, shop and play at the V & A Waterfront. This is one of Cape Town's biggest tourist attractions. The Waterfront evokes images of the early activities of the harbour. Much of its charm lies in the fact that this busy commercial harbour is set in the midst of a huge entertainment venues with pubs, restaurants, specialty shops, museums, craft markets, movie theatres, coffee shops and many more.

    20 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Cape Town

Please make your way to The Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island building located next to the CLOCK TOWER (Red Building) at the V&A Waterfront.

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Please make your way to The Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island building located next to the CLOCK TOWER (Red Building) at the V&A Waterfront.

Options you can book

  • With pickup.

    Ferry ride &all entry tickets: This option includes, pickup from your hotel, Ferry ride and all entry tickets. Pickup included

  • Without pickup

    Duration: 5 hours: This option DOES NOT include hotel pickup& drop-off. PLEASE make your way to the meeting point. Ferry ride &all entry tickets: PLEASE note this option DOES NOT include hotel pickup & Drop-off. All Entry tickets to Robben Island Museum are included.

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
Aim Cape Tours.

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$1345 to $1995
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Aim Cape Tours., who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.7.

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Why this scores 52

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)69
Review evidence (18% weight)19
Booking momentum (14% weight)9
Value for money (12% weight)43
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)36
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets.: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cape Town.

How much does Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. cost?

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Prices start at $1345 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 Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. take?

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Plan for about 5 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 Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 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 Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets.?

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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 Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets.?

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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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Robben Island Museum Half-Day Tour. Including all tickets. 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 of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town, Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour, Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries. 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.

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