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Hop-on hop-off day pass plus return cable car to the summit of Table Mountain. Skip the queue at the cableway.
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Bundle your hop-on hop-off pass with Cape Town's top attractions. One purchase, one QR code, no queuing at the ticket office.
Cape Town has one official hop-on hop-off bus operator: City Sightseeing. They run four colour-coded routes covering the city, the coastline, the Winelands and downtown — all on a single ticket.
4 routes · 33 stops · 16 audio languages
City Sightseeing runs four routes in Cape Town: the Red City Tour (Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Kirstenbosch), Blue Mini Peninsula (Hout Bay, Seal Island), Purple Wine Tour (Groot Constantia, wine estates) and Yellow Downtown (Bo-Kaap, Company's Garden). All routes are included in one ticket. Open-top double-decker buses with 16-language audio commentary and a dedicated kids channel.
City Sightseeing Cape Town runs four colour-coded routes. The Red City Tour is the main loop — hop off at Table Mountain, Camps Bay or Kirstenbosch and catch the next bus to continue. The Blue, Purple and Yellow routes extend into the Peninsula, Winelands and CBD.
The main departure point. Shopping, dining, Two Oceans Aquarium and the Zeitz MOCAA museum of contemporary African art — all within walking distance.
The cable car takes you to the top of one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. On clear days the views stretch from Robben Island to Cape Point.
Cape Town's most iconic beach, backed by the Twelve Apostles mountain range. Trendy restaurants and sundowner bars line Victoria Road.
One of the world's great botanical gardens, set against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. The Boomslang Canopy Walkway offers a bird's-eye view of the indigenous forest.
South Africa's oldest wine estate (founded 1685). The Purple Wine Tour stops here for tastings of the famous Constantia dessert wines.
A picturesque fishing harbour on the Atlantic side. From here you can take a short boat trip to Duiker Island (Seal Island) to see thousands of Cape fur seals.
The colourful Malay Quarter on Signal Hill's slopes. A free walking tour through the cobblestone streets is included with selected bus tickets.
The oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa (1666–1679). Military museum, ceremonial key ceremony, and sweeping views from the bastions.
The Red City Tour runs most frequently. The Blue, Purple and Yellow routes complement it for half-day side trips.
| Route | Hours | Frequency | Full loop | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red City Tour | 09:00–17:00 | Every 15–20 min | ~2h | 16 languages |
| Blue Mini Peninsula | 09:30–15:00 | Every 60 min | ~2h | 16 languages |
| Purple Wine Tour | 10:00–16:00 | Every 60 min | ~1h30 | 16 languages |
| Yellow Downtown | 09:00–16:30 | Every 20 min | ~30 min | 16 languages |
Schedules may vary seasonally. The Blue and Purple routes may not operate in winter (Jun–Aug) — check the City Sightseeing app for live updates.
Stop 1 at the V&A Waterfront is the main departure point. Get there by 09:00 for the first Red bus and grab a coffee while you wait.
Hop off at stop 5 early in the day. Wind picks up in the afternoon and the cableway closes. Morning visits also mean shorter queues.
Download the free City Sightseeing app. It shows real-time bus positions so you know exactly when the next one arrives at your stop.
Cape Town is all about the views. Sit on the right side for Table Mountain and on the left for ocean views along the coast. Sunscreen and a hat are essential.
Cape Town is spread out — getting around is part of the experience. Here's how the bus compares.
Cheap and widely available in Cape Town. Great for point-to-point trips, but you miss the open-top views and commentary. A day of Uber rides to all the same stops would cost R 600–900+.
Perfect for the city centre and Bo-Kaap. But Table Mountain, Camps Bay and the Winelands are too far to walk — you need transport to connect them.
Connects all the highlights on one ticket. Open-top views of Table Mountain, the coastline and the Winelands. Audio commentary tells the story while you ride. Best value if you plan to visit 3+ stops.
The hop-on hop-off bus is the best way to see Cape Town in a day or two — it connects Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Kirstenbosch and the Waterfront without the hassle of parking or navigation. Supplement with Uber for evening dinners or late-night outings.
Cape Town is incredibly family-friendly. The bus has a dedicated kids audio channel (in English), and children under 5 ride free.
| Operator | Child ticket | Free | Adult |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Sightseeing | 5–17 | < 5 | 18+ |
Children under 5 ride free without an own seat.
Right at stop 1 (Waterfront). Penguins, sharks and touch pools — kids love it. Allow 1.5–2 hours.
The Boomslang Canopy Walkway is a hit with children. Pack a picnic and let them run on the lawns.
The UV index in Cape Town is very high, especially on the open-top deck. Hats, sunscreen (SPF 50+) and water bottles are must-haves.
Do Table Mountain and one coastal stop in the morning, then let younger kids nap on the bus during the afternoon loop.
More family questions? Check our FAQ section.
Cape Town has a Mediterranean climate — dry, warm summers and cool, rainy winters. The bus runs year-round, but some routes are seasonal.
Wildflowers bloom across the Western Cape. Pleasant temperatures, manageable crowds. Great time to ride.
Peak season — long, sunny days and all routes running. Book early and expect queues at Table Mountain and the Waterfront.
Harvest season in the Winelands. Warm days, golden light, fewer tourists. The Purple Wine Tour is at its best.
Rainy season — the Red route still runs, but Blue and Purple may stop. Whale watching season at Hermanus is a draw. Cheapest bus tickets of the year.
October to November or March to April — warm enough for open-top riding, fewer crowds than peak summer, and all four routes typically running.
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