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Page 1: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

Guide Book

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Page 2: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

Welcome toCape Town

Dear Visitor,

Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting.

We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately known. We’re certain you will enjoy your stay.

Cape Town is a world-class city with plenty to do and see, including the unparalleled natural beauty of Table Mountain and the spectacular coastline around the peninsula.

You’re bound to have an incredible time visiting our many attractions, experiencing the wide range of culture and heritage we have in the city, as well as food and retail experiences. In fact, Cape Town was recently voted Number One Food City in the World in Condé Nast’s Reader’s Choice Awards, so we hope you have brought your appetite.

No matter what your tastes and budget are, Cape Town offers affordable luxury that will leave you with special memories.

Yours sincerely,

Enver Duminy CEO, Cape Town Tourism

Page 3: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

Presented in partnership with iVenture Pass, this Pass is the ultimate key to unlocking an unforgettable travel experience. Your all access pass to over 30 of Cape Towns top attractions.

GETTING STARTEDThe card records when and where you first use your City Pass, as well as how long the Pass will remain valid. This means your Pass is activated the moment that you first use it at an attraction and is valid for 3 consecutive days.

Attractions Pass: Valid for 3 consecutive days from first use.

Whilst every effort has been made to keep this guide up to date. Please check with the attraction for details, including its opening and closing times prior to visiting to avoid dissapointment.

For terms and conditions, please refer to the website at www.citypass.co.za

BENEFITSCHOICE of top must-see attractions

PRIORITY entrance, skip the lines at many attractions

EASY simply swipe the card for cash-free entry or to redeem your benefit

CITY PASS

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Contents CITY PASS

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Places of Interest

Cruises

Museums

Walking Tours

Craft Tastings & Tours

Marine & Wildlife

Additional Benefits

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Booking recommended / required

Cape Winelands

Attractions and travel information are displayed by colour on each page. Each page presents clear, concise details about the available attractions and gives you all the essential information.

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Page 5: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

CITY SIGHTSEEING BUS TOURSDeluxe Bus Ticket & Harbour / Canal Cruise

ADDRESS: Hop on - hop off the bus at various stops throughout the city PHONE: +27 (0) 21 511 6000 HOURS: Daily: 8am to 6pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R400; Child: R300WEBSITE: www.citysightseeing.co.za

Design your own itinerary with this open-top, double decker tour bus visiting Cape Town’s top attractions.

CITY SIGHTSEEING BUS TOURSDeluxe Bus Ticket & Harbour / Canal Cruise

ADDRESS: Hop on - hop off the bus at various stops throughout the city PHONE: +27 (0) 21 511 6000 HOURS: Daily: 8am to 6pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R400; Child: R300WEBSITE: www.citysightseeing.co.za

Design your own itinerary with this open-top, double decker tour bus visiting

KIRSTENBOSCH NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENSFree entry

ADDRESS: Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 799 8783 HOURS: Daily: 8am to 7pm (Sept to Mar), 8am to 6pm (Apr to Aug)USUAL PRICE: R65; Child: R15 WEBSITE: www.sanbi.org/gardens/kirstenbosch

Experience hundreds of exotic and indigenous plants at South Africa's acclaimed national garden.

THE CAPE WHEELFree entry

ADDRESS: Market Square, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 418 2502 HOURS: Daily: 10am to 10pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R130; Child: R60 WEBSITE: www.capewheel.co.za

What a view! See the Cape Town skyline from this Ferris wheel at the V&A Waterfront.

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CASTLE OF GOOD HOPEFree entry

ADDRESS: Corner Darling & Castle Street, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 787 1200/60 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 4pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R50; Child: R30WEBSITE: www.castleofgoodhope.co.za

Learn about Cape Town's military past at this heritage building and memorial to South African history.

THE DIAMOND GALLERY & MUSEUMFree Guided Tour & Diamond Pendent with any purchase over R1500

ADDRESS: 15 Jordaan Street, Bo Kaap, Cape Town ADDRESS: 15 Jordaan Street, Bo Kaap, Cape Town ADDRESS: 15 Jordaan Street, Bo Kaap, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 424 3000 / +27 (0) 82 620 7692 (after hours) PHONE: +27 (0) 21 424 3000 / +27 (0) 82 620 7692 (after hours) PHONE: +27 (0) 21 424 3000 / +27 (0) 82 620 7692 (after hours) HOURS: Daily: 8am to 9pm HOURS: Daily: 8am to 9pm HOURS: Daily: 8am to 9pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R5500; Child: R5500WEBSITE: www.thediamondgallery.co.za

Treat yourself to an exclusive, luxury tour of a leading local diamond and tanzenite showroom.

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HAMLEYS EXPRESS TRAINFree entry

ADDRESS: V&A Waterfront, Breakwater Blvd, Cape Town PHONE: +27(0) 21 418 2924 HOURS: Daily from 11am to 6pm USUAL PRICE: R20; Child: R20WEBSITE: www.hamleys.co.za

Ride the world's first Hamleys Express Train at the V&A Waterfront.

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Page 7: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

WATERFRONT CHARTERS: BAY CRUISEFree entry

ADDRESS: Shop 5, Quay 5 V&A Waterfront, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 418 3168 HOURS: Daily: Cruise leaves every hour from 11am until sunset USUAL PRICE: Adult: R190; Child: 95WEBSITE: www.waterfrontcharters.co.za

Treat yourself to a one-hour cruise of Cape Town's coastline with breath-taking views of Tale Mountain.

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JOLLY ROGER PIRATE BOAT BAY AND COASTAL CRUISEFree entry

ADDRESS: Yacoob Yachts, Shop 7a, Quay 5, V&A Waterfront PHONE: +27 (0) 21 421 0909 HOURS: Daily: 10am to 5pm (May to Sept), 9am to 6pm (Oct to Apr)USUAL PRICE: R170; Child: R85WEBSITE: www.pirateboat.co.za

Ahoy, matey! Spend an hour aboard South Africa's only authentic pirate ship with a crew of real pirates and pirate show.

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CITY SIGHTSEEING HARBOUR or CANAL CRUISEFree entry

ADDRESS: Jetty behind the Two Oceans Aquarium PHONE: +21 (0) 21 511 6000 HOURS: Monday to Sunday: 9am to 6pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R50 Child: R30WEBSITE: www.citysightseeing.co.za

Explore the Waterfront basins and visit with resident seals as well as international ships visiting our shores.

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Page 8: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

ADDRESS: Shop 5, Quay 5 V&A Waterfront, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 418 3168 HOURS: Daily: Cruise leaves every hour from 11am until sunset USUAL PRICE: Adult: R190; Child: 95WEBSITE: www.waterfrontcharters.co.za

CAPE TOWN HOLOCAUST CENTREPublic Access

ADDRESS: 88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 462 5553 HOURS: Sunday to Thursday: 10am to 5pm; Friday: 10am to 2pm CLOSED: Saturdays & Jewish holidaysUSUAL PRICE: Public Access WEBSITE: www.holocaust.org.za

Explore the emotional history of the holocaust and apartheid at this interactive and informative museum.

CIRCE LAUNCHES SEAL ISLAND CRUISEFree entry

ADDRESS: Hout Bay Harbour, Hout Bay, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 82 552 2904 HOURS: Departure Daily: 8:45am, 9:30am, 10:15am, 11:10amUSUAL PRICE: Adult: R80; Child: R40WEBSITE: www.circelaunches.co.za

View Duiker Island's thriving seal colony aboard South Africa's only glass-bottomed passenger boat.

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DRUMBEAT CHARTERS SEAL COLONY CRUISEFree entry

ADDRESS: Hout Bay Harbour, Hout Bay, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 791 4441 / +27 (0) 82 658 7055 HOURS: Departs daily every 45 min from 8:30am to 12:15pm then at 2pm and 3:30pm (subject to passenger numbers) USUAL PRICE: Adult: R90; Child: R45 WEBSITE: www.drumbeatcharters.co.za

Join a thrilling boat cruise to Duiker Island to view Cape fur seals in their natural environment.

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THE SPRINGBOK RUGBY EXPERIENCEFree entry

ADDRESS: Portswood House, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 418 4741 HOURS: Tuesday to Sunday: 9am to 5pm (Closed Monday) USUAL PRICE: Adult: R80; Child: R50WEBSITE: www.sarugby.co.za

A must-see for rugby fans, this museum is filled with interactive exhibits that test your sport skills.

Experience a moving tribute to the cultural history of Judaism in South Africa and beyond.

SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUMFree entry

ADDRESS: 88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 465 1546 HOURS: Sunday to Thursday: 10am to 5pm, Friday: 10am to 2pm CLOSED: Jewish holidaysUSUAL PRICE: Adult: R60; Child: R25WEBSITE: www.sajewishmuseum.co.za

DISTRICT SIX MUSEUMFree entry

ADDRESS: 25A Buitenkant Street, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 466 7200 HOURS: Monday to Saturday: 9am to 4pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R40; Child: R15WEBSITE: www.districtsix.co.za

Uncover the history of this lively Cape Town neighbourhood that was transformed during apartheid.

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Page 10: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

ADDRESS: 88 Hatfield Street, Gardens, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 465 1546 HOURS: Sunday to Thursday: 10am to 5pm, Friday: 10am to 2pm CLOSED: Jewish holidaysUSUAL PRICE: Adult: R60; Child: R25WEBSITE: www.sajewishmuseum.co.za

CITYSIGHTSEEING BO-KAAP WALKING TOUR

ADDRESS: City Sightseeing Stop 5, 81 Long Street, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 511 6000 HOURS: Daily at 10am, 1pm and 4pm USUAL PRICE: Tips only basisWEBSITE: www.citysightseeing.co.za

Tour the colourful and culturally significant Bo Kaap neighbourhood in Cape Town's city centre.

CITYSIGHTSEEING CITY CENTRE WALKING TOUR

ADDRESS: City Sightseeing Stop 5, 81 Long Street, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 511 6000 HOURS: Daily at 10am, 1pm and 4pm USUAL PRICE: Tips only basisWEBSITE: www.citysightseeing.co.za

Embark on a cultural tour covering Cape Town's maritime history, apartheid struggle and cosmopolitan present.

IMIZAMO YETHU WALKING TOWNSHIP TOURFree entry

ADDRESS: Imizamo Yethu, Hout Bay, Cape Town (City Sightseeing Stop 23) PHONE: +27 (0) 83 719 4870 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R90; Child: R45

Experience a 40-minute guided tour of the vibrant seaside township in the heart of the Hout Bay.

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Page 11: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

GROOT CONSTANTIA WINE ESTATEFree Estate Tour & Tasting

ADDRESS: Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 794 5128 HOURS: Daily from 9am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R95; Child: R30WEBSITE: www.grootconstantia.co.za

Tour the oldest winery in South Africa and indulge in a complimentary tasting of five estate wines.

SIMONSIG WINE ESTATEFree Cellar Tour & Tasting

ADDRESS: Kromme Rhee Rd, Stellenbosch, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 888 4900 HOURS: Cellar tour starts at 11am: Mon to Sat, Tasting room: Mon - Fri: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Sat: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Sun: 11am to 2:30pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R70 WEBSITE: www.simonsig.co.za

Learn first-hand how Simonsig wines are crafted on a guided tour and wine tasting with the winemakers.

&BIKES CITY CRUISER BICYCLE RENTALFour Hour Bike Rental

ADDRESS: &Bikes Café, 32 Loop Street, Cape Town, PHONE: +21 (0) 21 823 8790 HOURS: Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm, Saturday: 8am to 1pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R150; Child: R150 WEBSITE: www.bikesnwines.com

Spend a half-day exploring Cape Town and its seaside promenade on a cruising-style bicycle.

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Page 12: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

ADDRESS: Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 794 5128 HOURS: Daily from 9am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R95; Child: R30WEBSITE: www.grootconstantia.co.za

SPIER WINE FARMFree Signature Wine Tasting & Bottle of Chenin Blanc

ADDRESS: R310 Baden Powel Drive, Stellenbosch PHONE: +27 (0) 21 809 1147 HOURS: Monday to Saturday: 9am to 5pm, Sunday: 11am to 6pm USUAL PRICE: R85 WEBSITE: www.spier.co.za

Wine, dine and surround yourself with the simple beauty of farm life

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THE WOODSTOCK GIN COMPANYFree Gin Tasting

ADDRESS: 399 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town PHONE: +21 (0) 21 821 8208 HOURS: Monday to Friday: 10am to 6pm; Saturdays: 10am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R50 WEBSITE: www.woodstockginco.co.za

Enjoy a unique and exciting premium Gin Tasting, experiencing the local flavours of South African craft gin

NEWLANDS BREWERYFree Brewery Tour & Tasting

ADDRESS: 3 Main Rd, Newlands, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 658 7440 HOURS: Tues to Thurs: 10am, 12pm & 2pm (+ 6pm on Wed) Friday: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm Sat: 10am & 12pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R80WEBSITE: www.newlandsbrewery.co.za

Take a guided tour behind the scenes of the oldest brewery in South Africa.

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ADDRESS: 399 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town PHONE: +21 (0) 21 821 8208 HOURS: Monday to Friday: 10am to 6pm; Saturdays: 10am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R50 WEBSITE: www.woodstockginco.co.za

TWO OCEANS AQUARIUM Free entry

ADDRESS: Dock Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 418 3823 HOURS: Daily from 9:30am to 6pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R175; Child: R115WEBSITE: www.aquarium.co.za

Discover the enchanting underwater life of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans at this interactive aquarium.

WORLD OF BIRDS & ANIMAL SANCTUARYFree entry

ADDRESS: Valley Rd, Hout Bay, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 790 2730 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R120; Child: R45WEBSITE: www.worldofbirds.org.za

Thousands of local birds are on display at this family-friendly park.

EAGLE ENCOUNTERS Free entry

ADDRESS: Spier Wine Farm, R310 Baden Powell Road, Stellenbosch PHONE: +27 (0) 21 858 1826HOURS: Daily: 9:30am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R80; Child: R65WEBSITE: www.eagle-encounters.co.za

Learn about and interact with the many species of eagles, owls and other iconic birds of South Africa.

ADDRESS: 3 Main Rd, Newlands, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 658 7440 HOURS: Tues to Thurs: 10am, 12pm & 2pm (+ 6pm on Wed) Friday: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm Sat: 10am & 12pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R80WEBSITE: www.newlandsbrewery.co.za

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LE BONHEUR CROCODILE FARM Free entry

ADDRESS: Babylonstoren Road, R45, Simondium, Paarl PHONE: +27 (0)21 863 1142 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R60; Child: R30 WEBSITE: www.lebonheurcrocfarm.co.za

A day of daring adventure.

ALPACA LOOM BARN TOUR AND WEAVING STUDIO Free entry

ADDRESS: Suid-Agter-Paarl-Road, Southern Paarl PHONE: +27 (0) 84 793 3666 HOURS: Daily: 10am to 4pm Tour: Fri to Sun: 3pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R120; Child: R100WEBSITE: www.alpacas.co.za

A memorable experience bringing animals and people closer together.

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MOYO @ KIRSTENBOSCH 10% discount on bill

ADDRESS: Kirstenbosch, 99 Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 762 9585 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 6pm Call restaurant for weekend breakfast and lunch buffet times WEBSITE: www.moyo.co.za

Treat yourself to a meal at this African-inspired eatery housed in Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.

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Page 15: AHA Booklet Final...Welcome to Cape Town Dear Visitor, Welcome to Cape Town and thank you for visiting. We are delighted that you’ve chosen the Mother City, as she is affectionately

ADDRESS: Babylonstoren Road, R45, Simondium, Paarl PHONE: +27 (0)21 863 1142 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 5pm USUAL PRICE: Adult: R60; Child: R30 WEBSITE: www.lebonheurcrocfarm.co.za

ADDRESS: Kirstenbosch, 99 Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town PHONE: +27 (0) 21 762 9585 HOURS: Daily: 9am to 6pm Call restaurant for weekend breakfast and lunch buffet times WEBSITE: www.moyo.co.za

THE GREEK FISHERMAN15% Discount

ADDRESS: Shop 261, Upper Level, V&A Waterfront PHONE: +27 (0) 21 418 5411 HOURS: Daily: 11am to 11pm WEBSITE: www.greekfisherman.co.za

Dine in style while enjoying charcoal-grilled seafood and meat.

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SIMON’S RESTAURANT Complimentary glass of wine with main meal

ADDRESS: Groot Constantia Estate, Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia PHONE: +21 (0) 21 794 7724 HOURS: Mon to Sat: 9am to 9pm, Sun: 9am to 5pmWEBSITE: www.simons.co.za

Perfect for casual al fresco dining, featuring mouth-watering fish and chips and burgers.

15% Discount

ADDRESS: Shop 155, Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, V&A Waterfront PHONE: +27 (0) 21 421 9820 HOURS: Daily: 11am to 11pm WEBSITE: www.citygrill.co.za

Appease your carnivorous cravings with the unique flavour of Africa.

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[email protected]

Call: +27 (0) 87 151 1904

@citypass_sa @citypass.co.za

Call: +27 (0) 87 151 1904

CITY PASS

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THANK YOU for helping the Homeless back to a home, family and community.

For more information go to www.thehaven.org.za

With every purchase of an Unlimited City Pass, a homeless person will be given food,

a shower and a bed for the night at The Haven Night Shelter