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Did you know that the Cape Town tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

Destination

Cape Town, Republic of South Africa

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Hindi

Included

• Private guide
• All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral

Excluded

• Entrance tickets
• Tastings
• Transport
• All of the above can be arranged with your local host through a personalized offer

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 12 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at In front of Café Chiffon - Cape Town to start your journey

   View on Maps

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. This Experience is YOURS!

   See the landmarks and places in Cape Town that you pick on a 100% personalized tour. Make this a one-of-a-kind experience that will satisfy your curiosity with the help of a local. All you have to do is tell them your preferences and interests

4. See THE Main Attractions

   What’s on your bucket list? Hop from landmark to landmark admiring them from the outside, and get recommendations from your local host on what’s the best way to enjoy them to the fullest

5. Off the Beaten Path

   What if there’s a way to see the city’s main attraction from a different angle? All of this while avoiding the touristy crowds? It’s possible with a local by your side!

6. Neighborhood Exploring

   Spend some time deep-diving into the neighborhoods of Cape Town; there’s plenty of treasures to discover! From history, architecture, and local hangout spots, what area would you like to visit?

7. Amazing City Views

   Find the best lookout places in the city where you can spot your favorite landmarks as well as enjoy breathtaking views of the city - a picture-perfect personalized tour

8. All of Cape Town

   Go on a full-day tour to see the highlights of the city. Pick the places, duration and let a local take you on a journey where you’ll cross the must-sees from Cape Town off your list

9. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Rosemarie🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Gilbert)

22 May 2025

Vielen Dank an Gilbert für die tollen Stunden in Kapstadt.Wir haben die Stadt kennengelernt, was wir so sonst nicht hätten.Tolle Stadtführung

Thomas

(About local Theo)

20 May 2025

Theo was an excellent guide to show us around Cape Town. He was happy to tailor things to our interests and how much we wanted to walk vs drive. He clearly knows his history and is a great storyteller. We had a wonderful afternoon exploring the city with him.A wonderful guide to a fascinating cory

Nicole

(About local Sebastian)

20 April 2025

Sebastian was a great guide! We learned a lot about his homecountry and he answered all our questions. Thank you Sebastian for making the tour enjoyable for our Family! Take care. Nicole and family Insightful tour with Sebastian

Vernon 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Gilbert)

31 March 2025

Gilbert lived experience and knowledge of Cape Town provided insight and context for a fascinating afternoon. We visited areas we'd probably not have visited ourselves and listened to stories and facts about the cities history. It was a memorable few hours and one of the highlights of our holiday. Thank-you Vernon and LarraineFascinating City Walk

Nathalie

(About local Gilbert)

8 February 2025

Gilbert is a very Nice person. He made us discover plenty of things. Thank you !Wonderfull.

Jaime

(About local Sebastian)

9 January 2025

We really enjoyed our walking tour with Sebastian! We asked for the tour to be history focused and throughout the walk he gave us so many interesting facts, stories and insights. A really nice man and it was a pleasure to spend a few hours chatting with him. Highly recommend booking a tour with Sebastian if you are visiting Cape Town! Fantastic walking tour

Omran🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

(About local Gilbert)

2 June 2025

I had an amazing experience on the food tour in Cape Town with our guide, Gilbert. From start to finish, everything was perfect. Gilbert is not only knowledgeable and passionate, but also warm, friendly, and genuinely dedicated to creating a memorable experience. He went above and beyond—extending the tour, adding extra stops, and putting in incredible effort to make sure every detail was just right. The food was absolutely delicious, and we got to explore a wonderful variety of local flavors and hidden gems we never would have found on our own. This tour was a highlight of my trip, and Gilbert played a huge role in that. Highly recommend! Above and beyond

Kristi

(About local Christopher )

28 May 2025

Christopher is amazing! He is responsive and he worked with me and all of my (admitted excessive requests). He is knowledgeable and entertaining, and we just down right loved him. It was our best day in Cape Town and it was all because of him Couldnt have had a better day!

Pam🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gilbert)

21 May 2025

We thoroughly enjoyed our walking food tour with Gilbert. He gave us lots of background information about the city as well as the food. The quantity of food was enough for five full meals. Gilbert gave many containers of leftovers to homeless folks on the streets. The variety of dishes was wonderful. Go with an empty stomach!Great tour, too much food

Mazeed🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Gilbert)

18 May 2025

We started later than the designated time so Gilbert suggested we see the Mandela exhibit at City Hall. And rather than dashing off, he was generous enough of his time to allow us to take a quick walk through a wonderfully curated short exhibit of Mandela and his years in Cape Town. But that set the stage for the rest of the tour. Gilbert shared his personal story of his family and how they were displaced from District 6 and resettled in the Townships being offered for relocation. Gilbert shared vintage photographs of the District and overlaid where appropriate what stood at which spot and how the area is being rebuilt. The transition into Woodstock was an eye opener. Both from the beautiful street art work and the history of the neighborhood. We ended the tour on a different note. Having been to the Old Biscuit Mill, Gilbert offered to walk us to Observation. An area undergoing gentrification and with a totally different vibe. We said goodbye with him recommending a restaurant for lunch for us. A badly needed respite from all that walking. Certainly a very entertaining afternoon. Something we’d never have done on our own and we leave richer, knowing more of the history and background of Cape Town. A walk through history unwtitten

Marc🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gilbert)

14 May 2025

We had two great tours with Gilbert in Cape Town: the food tour and the Off the Beaten path tour. Both tours showed a different side of Cape Town: the food tour was in the city center and involved 6 stops at local eateries. The 2nd tour was in two of the local neighborhoods that tourists don’t commonly visit. Gilbert is a great storyteller - his family grew up in these neighborhoods and he is old enough to share his experiences of how South Africa has (and hasn’t) changed over the past generations. This a totally different level of experience and understanding from the more typical tourist stuff (Robbin island, Cape Point, beaches). Gilbert is lively, friendly, lots of fun, and very generous with his time. Highly recommended!Get to know Cape Town for the locals

Madeleine

(About local Elizabeth)

11 May 2025

Wow, Elizabeth packed everything we wanted to see in a day. She was knowledge about every where we went. Really friendly and easy to get on with. Even got me a melk tert, something I'd been longing to enjoy. A great day.What a day.

Nils🇦🇴 Angola

(About local Sebastian)

10 May 2025

Absolutely fantastic experience with Sebastian in Cape Town, he made every moment special. His deep knowledge of the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems brought everything to life. he curated the perfect balance of adventure, culture, and relaxation. He was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and having fun. Thanks to him, we saw Cape Town through a local’s eyes. Highly recommended!

Jeanette🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Theo)

1 May 2025

The tour with Theo was both interesting and enjoyable! He’s incredibly knowledgeable about South African history as well as its current social and political landscape. We took the tour the day after we arrived, and it was the perfect introduction to the country—helping us understand both its past and present. Theo was also extremely helpful beyond the tour itself, offering great recommendations for the rest of our trip and for local restaurants. He even went the extra mile by making a dinner reservation for us that same evening. Overall, a fantastic experience!A Perfect Introduction to South Africa

stephen🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Christopher )

22 April 2025

We had the pleasure of being guided by Christopher, and I must say he was an outstanding tour guide! His knowledge about the area and its history was impressive, and he was always ready to help with any questions we had. Not only that, his friendly demeanour made the experience all the more enjoyable. Thank you for providing such an excellent guide.

Kerstin🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Sebastian)

18 April 2025

Wir sind 4 Stunden mit Sebastian durch Kapstadt gelaufen. Es war sehr informativ, total nett und lustig noch dazu. Sehr zu empfehlen 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻Super Tour mit Sebastian 👌

Katia🇨🇾 Cyprus

(About local Sebastian)

17 April 2025

We had a fantastic day exploring the Cape Peninsula with Sebastian as our guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of South Africa, and he shared stories and insights that truly brought the region to life. What made the experience even more special was how friendly and approachable he was—not just with us, but also with our children. He was patient, engaging, and made sure everyone felt included and comfortable throughout the day. Thank you, Sebastian, for such a memorable and meaningful tour!Cape peninsula tour

Ingelor🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Elizabeth)

17 April 2025

We spent a great day with Elizabeth. She knows everything about her hometowm and did a really good job! And she has a very warm personality! Couldn‘t have been better! Thank you, Elizabeth, we will recommend you to all our Friends!Wonderful Capetown!

Diarmuid🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Gilbert)

17 April 2025

Gilbert was incredibly knowledgeable and took us to hidden gems in the city that we would never have discovered on our own. The variety of local dishes we sampled were amazing, and the insights into the culture and history of each location made the experience even more enriching. If you're looking for a unique way to explore Cape Town, I highly recommend this tour!A must in Cape Town!

Linda

(About local Trevor)

16 April 2025

Trevor did a great job coordinating our wonderful day in Capetown. We saw the seals on Dukier island as well as the beautiful Kristenbosch Gardens. And had a delicious lunch at a local fish shack. It was amazing and Trevor was a wealth of knowledge about Capetown!Fun day in Capetown

Nicola🇮🇹 Italy

(About local Gilbert)

15 April 2025

Fun, competent and professional person. It was a pleasure to spend a day with him. He showed us Cape Town (as much as you can see in a single day) in exactly the way we wanted. When we return we will definitely contact him for a new tour. Absolutely recommended!The right person for a guided tour

Rejane

(About local Gilbert)

12 April 2025

We had such an awesome time with Gilbert on our walking tour of Cape Town. Honestly, he went above and beyond. Not only did he give us so much insight into the history of the city, but he also shared incredible stories from his own childhood and personal experiences, which made it all feel so real and memorable. He took us to meet some amazing people along the way and even pointed out all the must-try food spots — which we definitely appreciated! Can’t recommend him enough, honestly. If you’re thinking about doing a tour, just book with Gilbert. 100% worth it. Thank you so much! Harry 🇦🇺 and Rej 🇩🇪 100% would recommend !

m4d4k2dhmn Frances🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Gilbert)

28 March 2025

Just home exhausted (and full) from a very enjoyable tour with Gilbert. We were a group of 8 (with 2 local white South Africans) 6 of us had grown up in Ireland. Gilbert’s own family history and story were very informative and helpful to guide us to understand the complexities of the social infrastructure in SA. The culinary treats from across the communities in capetown were in places off the usual tourist trail ( our SA friends would have never gone to them outside of this tour !) Every place we went to gave us delicious food and as a result we cancelled our evening dinner plans as we couldn’t resist the food we were given and we left very little behind ! The highlight was Gilbert’s Malva cake ( made by Gilbert himself! ) according to our SA expert it was the best he’d ever tasted! High praise indeed🤩. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough - our entertaining and engaging host certainly deserves the 5 star reviews I read prior to booking the tour… Culinary and cultural extravaganza!

L.🇺🇸 United States

(About local Gilbert)

26 March 2025

I cannot recommend Gilbert highly enough. He brought a great wealth of lived experience and knowledge to my afternoon food tour of Cape Town. We stopped by numerous spots for food - none of them ones I could have found on my own - and all the food was delicious and accompanied by great background/historical information. Definitely a great experience!!!Exceptional experience.

karen

(About local Bulelani)

25 March 2025

Bulelani arrived 20 minutes late with an excuse that his Uber had a flat tyre. He did not contact us to let us know and we were about to leave when he arrived. I didn't feel he present himself as a professional guide, attending the tour in very casual attire. Bulelani was polite and pleasant with a calm nature and he made us feel safe walking around the city. The tour consisted of maybe 5 stops at different fast food joints. In the first workers caf we had Umngqusho beans and Chakalaka. We went on to share a sub sandwich from a bus station vendor and some fish from a fish & chip shop. The last stop was around 2-3km away so we got (and paid for) a bus ride there and an uber back for some Braai. We could have had this at so many other places right in the city and there was no explanation as to why we travelled so far. Bulelani didn't seem to have a relationship with the staff at the places he took us to which surprised me as all of my other food walking tours anticipated our arrival and often spent time to talk with us about their food offering and why it was important to the city. We leant some of the history of South Africa and Nelson Mandela on the tour but were told really nothing of the city's history, the building styles, where to visit, museums etc. which was one of the main reasons for booking the tour at the beginning of our 4 day stop in Cape Town. All-in-all I was very disappointed with the tour. 4/10 for Bulelani's pleasant manner and the time he spent with us. The cost of the tour was around £50 each (I think). It certainly was not value for money. Fast Food - Take Away Tour

luizacarolinademorais

(About local Gilbert)

21 March 2025

Gilbert was really thoughtful, taking us to local joints where people actually eat every day, all while giving historical, social and political background. Highlight to his homemade malva pudding - that was simply amazing!REALLY eat like a local!

Elo🇧🇪 Belgium

(About local Gilbert)

20 March 2025

Our tour with Gilbert was fantastic. He is very interesting and incredibly nice. We loved all about the tour and recommend it thoroughly! I'd say, because it was quite warm and we're not used to the heat, we needed an extra stop for an ice cold drink ;)Fantastic experience

Isabella

(About local Christopher )

13 March 2025

Going on a walking tour of Cape Town with Christopher was an excellent start to our trip. He catered the trip for our needs and shared his knowledge of the city. We would highly recommend.With locals Cape Town tour

Rita

(About local Gilbert)

12 March 2025

We had a very nice and educational afternoon with our guide Gilbert. As Belgian tourists we came to places we would never have visited ourselves. Each time we could taste local dishes that we liked. Gilbert explained everything both culinary and historical. Thank you Gilbert. Rita and Guido.A culinary journey of discovery

Ines

(About local Gilbert)

12 March 2025

Gilbert gave us a great tour, answering all our questions patiently and not leaving any wishes open. Great experience

Andy🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Trevor)

11 March 2025

My wife and I spent a day with Trevor in early March 2025 during which we visited three wineries that Trevor recommended. From start to finish it was a great day and we’d absolutely recommend Trevor to anyone wanting a friendly, informative, entertaining and authentic guided tour in Cape Town. (Both wine tasting or a more general trip) Trevor’s communication was great both during the booking process and in the run up to the trip. He arrived on time and took us in a very clean vehicle. Right from the start, Trevor spoke with knowledge and passion on a wide range of topics, not just wine. He engaged with us throughout, keen to understand more about us, our lives and what we wanted from the day. He made sure that my wife got exactly what she wanted from a wine tasting experience and made sure that, as a non drinker, I got as much out of the day as she did. The wineries and wine recommendations were well received and Trevor comes into his own when it comes to how knowledge of how wine is made, markets, distributed and best consumed. All in all a great day, and that’s before the hour we spent watching workers dig a bloody big hole! Thanks Trevor, you helped make our trip a great one Highly recommend

Victoria🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Sebastian)

8 March 2025

We spent 4 fantastic hours on a walking tour with wonderful Sebastian. We saw such a variety of areas and sights in Cape Town and felt we had a much fuller understanding of the historical backdrop, as well as a unique insight into the city's present, and the daily life of a local. Sebastian was a lot of fun and made sure the tour was perfectly tailored to us. We came away feeling we now knew Cape Town much better than we ever would have discovering it on our own. We're glad we booked it for near the start of our trip. It also helped us to feel safe in the City on our own for the rest of the trip, as we were able to ask Sebastian for advice and guidance and also see what a friendly place it was, and with excellent security presence within the city. Sebastian generously followed up after our tour with lots of suggestions for the rest of our trip. Thanks for everything Sebastian, we're so glad we got to meet and spend time with you. Victoria & Brett, UKA Must-do in Cape Town

Patrice

(About local Sebastian)

6 March 2025

I learned much from Sebastian about the history of S. Africa. He shared some of his personal experience during some turbulent times, and how these experiences were culturally ingrained in young people. I enjoyed the castle visit. Sebastian was very attuned to our safety at all times. We also learned about great local food establishments. Thank you for a great afternoon, Sebastian!Sebastian us Amazing!

Jan🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Gilbert)

4 March 2025

Gilbert, onze gids heeft met veel passie en overgave verteld over het Six-district tijdens de wandeling van ruim 3 uur door dit gebied. Wat is daar veel gebeurd wat maar weinig mensen weten, onthullend en soms ook wel hartverscheurend.Beleving

Rupert

(About local Bulelani)

4 March 2025

We had a wonderful few hours with Bulelani who was a brilliant guide getting us to chomp our way under the skin of cape town. An excellent mix of history and modern culture while also being great company. Highly recommended. Fantastic experience

Joel🇺🇸 United States

(About local Parinita)

3 March 2025

We spent 2 days walking with Parinita and got a great exposure to the old part of the city. She was knowledgeable, friendly and a pleasure to be with. She had a plan but also made adjustments to accommodate any request we made. Wonderful time with Parinita

Sharon🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Gilbert)

3 March 2025

If you are a foodie, this is a must do tour whilst you are in Cape Town. Gilbert is an excellent guide and truly it felt like we were just hanging out with a group of friends, learning about the local South African food as well as culture and history. We met up at city hall and was already introduced to the Nelson Mandela statue. We walked around the city eating at places we would never have gone if we were not with Gilbert. We went to 5-6 different eateries and ate/drank about 15 different food items. All of it was just so tasty. One of the highlights was the malva pudding that Gilbert made himself. Because he brought us walking through the whole city, we really got to see and experience the place like locals do. The people were so friendly. We spent time walking off what we ate which was needed. The gardens was lovely and we also got to spot the white squirrels. We were very lucky to have gotten Gilbert as our tour guide. He was so passionate and knowledgeable. Also with a good sense of humour. What was better was for the food we couldn’t finish, Gilbert did not hesitate to pack it up and to give it to the homeless people who came up to us. Highly recommend this tour! Best Food Tour in Cape Town

sherri🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Sebastian)

2 March 2025

So helpful and fun and knowledgeable! We loved our experience with Sebastian! We would book again! Excellent guide!

Julien

(About local Sebastian)

1 March 2025

loved this experience with Sebastian ! It was much more than just a tour—it was a full immersion into the local culture, filled with fascinating stories and hidden gems. Sebastian is truly passionate and knows how to share their love for Cape Town with enthusiasm and kindness. I discovered incredible places and learned so much about the history and local life. A unique and authentic experience that I 100% recommend!

Nick🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Christopher )

28 February 2025

Our tour with Christopher was interesting and informative. Christopher was the perfect guide and we learnt lots of interesting facts about Capetown. We enjoyed the food particularly the bunny chow. Highly recommend Chris as a guide, he has a great sense of humour and you felt that you were travelling with a friend. Thank you.Food and culture tour Capetown

Ingo🇿🇦 South Africa

(About local Gilbert)

26 February 2025

The tour with Gilbert through District Six, Salt River, and Observatory was absolutely outstanding! Gilbert is an incredibly friendly and knowledgeable guide who leads the tour with passion and deep insight into the history and culture of these fascinating neighborhoods. The tour was full of interesting facts, captivating stories, and unique perspectives that you wouldn’t get without such a dedicated guide. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to explore Cape Town beyond the usual tourist spots! Thank you Gilbert!!!Diving into real Cale Town

Patrick🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Cassandra)

25 February 2025

I had a great experience with Casandra as and enjoyed her expertise, humour and recommendations for places to go very much. She is very fond of Southafrican history and culture, but also knows about the current hot spots in the city. As she loves to travel herself, she has a fine sense for an authentic experience. Thank you for sharing your time with me!!!Perfect time!

Paul🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Gilbert)

25 February 2025

What a wonderful start to our time in Cape Town. We would recommend doing this tour at the start of your visit. A great way to get your bearings and to learn about the culture and food of Cape Town. Gilbert is a great guide who is extremely knowledgeable about the history of the City. Gilbert is very responsive and also gives great tips and advice. It really was the perfect start to our holiday. Culture and food

Peter

(About local Theo)

22 February 2025

It was a absolutely pleasure you get WithLocal to support us with a guided trip though Cape Town. Theo was more than a guide, he was our best buddy in down town Cape Town. Like a brother, who knows every details, every small corner and stories in the city. It was fantastic to drop in to random shops, get out though the backdoor, taste food the right places and with a gentle gestus make sure that any left-overs was shared with the right people. Theo listed to what we would like to see and explore and meet our wish to more than perfection. If you have a few hours available in Cape Town and want to learn more about the fascinating history of Cape Town then hire Theo. 200% worth the investment A knowledgeable gentle rock in central CT

Bruce🇨🇦 Canada

(About local Bulelani)

22 February 2025

Thank you for taking us on an informative tour of Capetown. Well done Great walking toyr

Pelin🇹🇷 Turkey

(About local Elizabeth)

21 February 2025

I had a fantastic time in Cape Town thanks to Elizabeth. She is not only a great character with the kindest heart but also a wonderful guide who made my trip in Cape Town unforgettable. She knows so much about the city, and gives her full self to make you have the best experience out of it. Thanks Elizabeth for everything ❤️AMAZING WOMAN, FANTASTIC GUIDE

Robert🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Gilbert)

21 February 2025

Gilbert was extremely knowledgeable and friendly . If you want to see and learn about Cape Town he is the perfect host.Cape Town Tour

Amanda🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Gilbert)

20 February 2025

Gilbert was fantastic. We asked to start our tour late in the day as our plane landed at midday. He accommodated us and made sure we still had the full experience. We had amazing local delights, some of which had even been made by Gilbert himself. Some places we went stayed open late to feed us, all arranged in advance. On top of the food we learned everything we could about the city, the culture and history of Cape Town. We certainly didn’t go hungry and were even able to support the locals in need with our leftovers. A highly recommended tour.Perfect combi - Food and sights

Colin

(About local Bulelani)

15 February 2025

Bulelani guided us through District Six and Woodstock, telling us about the areas and their history, with plenty of personal stories and anecdotes to bring it to life. A rewarding and enjoyable few hours.Full of insights

Catriona🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Sebastian)

14 February 2025

We had an outstanding 4 hour walking tour with Sebastian - a detailed historical tour of Cape Town matched with an openness about South Africa past & present. A joyful and informative afternoon to be repeated next time in SA. Outstanding afternoon tour with Sebastian