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District Six Museum was founded in 1994 to honor those who were forcibly removed from their homes in the area. In the mid-1960s the South African government began relocating some 60,000 nonwhite residents to a slum-like township miles away and destroyed their homes in order to make the neighborhood whites-only.

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Skip the Line: District Six Museum Admission Ticket

Skip the Line: District Six Museum Admission Ticket

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District Six is one of Cape Town most notorious neighborhoods and one of the areas of the city that suffered the most during apartheid. The District Six Museum is an emotional tribute to those who were forcibly removed from their homes in District Six, as well as offering important insight into the apartheid regime. With this prepaid admission ticket, opt to take in the exhibitions independently or join a guided tour, and spend as long as you like inside.
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  • Free Cancellation
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USD2.60
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USD2.60

PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town - Tickets and Snack Included

PRIVATE TOUR: Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town - Tickets and Snack Included

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A good choice for first-time visitors or travelers who are short on time, this tour shows you the best of Cape Town from a unique perspective! On your walking tour you'll learn about the city’s troubled past and see landmarks like District 6 Museum, Bo-Kaap, Castle of Good Hope (admission included) and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of your knowledgeable local guide. You'll also be taken to that special eatery where only the locals come and enjoy a local snack or drink hand-picked by your host.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD78.82
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USD78.82
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Cape Town Township Tour including Robben Island - Walk to Freedom Tour

Cape Town Township Tour including Robben Island - Walk to Freedom Tour

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Take a fascinating trip through South Africa’s difficult past on a tour of Cape Town and Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison. Visit the District Six Museum to get an in-depth look at the troubling history of apartheid in South Africa, and see how that system still impacts modern life in townships like Langa and Gugulethu. See how residents of these townships work to improve their lives and communities. Take a ferry to UNESCO-listed Robben Island for a tour of the former prison for political prisoners.
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  • 9 hours
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USD99.93
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Half-Day Township Tour from Cape Town

Half-Day Township Tour from Cape Town

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Get off the beaten path and gain an understanding of township-based life in Cape Town on this half-day tour. The history of townships and settlements, including the famous District Six, is complicated; but touring with a guide ensures you'll get in-depth information and insight on their role in South Africa. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cape Town means you get door-to-door service, too.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD38.43
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USD38.43
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Half-Day Small-Group Township Tour South Africa from Cape Town

Half-Day Small-Group Township Tour South Africa from Cape Town

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Immerse yourself in Cape Town's apartheid-era history on this half-day tour that includes visits to District Six, a local preschool, a local shebeen (pub), and meet a traditional healer. Learn about apartheid and its legacy in South Africa through a guide's enlightening commentary. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere that comes with traveling in a small group of 15 people fewer. Upgrade your tour with an additional excursion to Robben Island.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD31.23
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Cape Town City Pass including Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Transport

Cape Town City Pass including Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Transport

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Plan your trip to Cape Town ahead of time by purchasing the Cape Town City Pass, which includes more than 70 of the city's top attractions and experiences. Depending on your schedule and budget, choose from a 2-, 3-, or 5-day pass, all of which come with a pocket guidebook and access to a digital app with maps and information. The pass also includes transportation on the city sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour bus, which makes it easy to get around town.
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  • 4 days 7 hours 53 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD83.02
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Cape Town City Tour Camps Bay Beach Plus Table Mountain Ticket

Cape Town City Tour Camps Bay Beach Plus Table Mountain Ticket

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Even with limited time, you can see some of the top attractions of Cape Town on this private half-day sightseeing tour with a registered tour guide. Enjoy convenient round-trip transfers from your hotel or the cruise terminal and stops at highlights such as Camps Bay Beach, Signal Hill, Table Mountain, Bo-kaap, the Company’s Garden and District Six Museum.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD124.91
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Township Cultural small group tour from Cape Town

Township Cultural small group tour from Cape Town

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Get a full picture of Cape Town's rich cultural history through visits to the Langa and Gugulethu Townships, as well as the District Six Museum, on this half-day tour. Learn about the role and history of the townships in the larger fabric of Cape Town culture white visiting a shebeen (tavern), a local market, a sangoma (traditional doctor) and an arts and crafts center.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD41.38
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Cape Town Township Private Tour

Cape Town Township Private Tour

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To get to see the other side of Cape Town where the majority of Catonians live. We show you the good and bad then you can have a clear understanding of what's happening around. Mingle and interact with the other side of Cape Town
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD59.85
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USD59.85

Half Day Camissa Township Tour

Half Day Camissa Township Tour

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This scheduled half day cultural tour of the Cape Town Townships of Langa, Guguletu and Bonteheuwel, includes: • Pick-up and drop-off (Atlantic Seaboard, Waterfront and City Bowl) • Drive through District Six • Townships visited: Langa, Bonteheuwel, Guguletu • Includes: home visit, walking tour, shebeen / tavern, crèche, art and crafts, and various memorials. Our tours facilitate personal experiences, discussion and interaction between township residents and visitors. Groups are small and tours are conducted by current or ex-township residents. Our focus is on people and their culture, traditions norms and customs and day to day life in the Townships.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD40.08
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Cape Town Private City Tour

Cape Town Private City Tour

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If you really want to know the rich history of the Mother City from late 1400’s,this is the right tour to book.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD143.13
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Township Tour District 6 Museum Robben Island drop off at hotel

Township Tour District 6 Museum Robben Island drop off at hotel

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Explore District Six and learn about the cultural significance of the region before visiting Robben Island. Walk through the District Six Museum to learn about the history of the neighborhood implications of Apartheid in South Africa. Visit the local markets to see handmade crafts. Take a boat over to Robben Island and explore the old maximum-security prison that once held Nelson Mandela.
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  • 9 hours
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USD153.54
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Cape Town's Must Do Tours (Walking,Cycling and E-scooters)
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Cape Town's Must Do Tours (Walking,Cycling and E-scooters)

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On this tour we have a couple of options one can select from, the tour is based in an area called District Six which is one of the most historic Neighborhoods in Cape Town. All options include District Six because we believe you can't understand the city's past without having to understand District Six You may ask "Why District Six?". The area is a former inner-city residential area where over 60,000 of its non white inhabitants were forcibly removed during the 1970s Apartheid regime. It was meant to be redeveloped for whites only, but as a result of international pressure it was left abandoned and empty. Walk by eerie old roads overgrown with weeds, and see what is still left today. This area is slowly redeveloping boasting quirky cafes and street art which serve as a powerful voice, telling us a story of the struggles and beauty of the area. Guest can experience the tour on the following mode of transportation: Walking Bike E-scooter
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD33.83
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Private Cape Town Table Mountain Bo-Kaap Tour Camps Bay + Cable Car Tickets H/D

Private Cape Town Table Mountain Bo-Kaap Tour Camps Bay + Cable Car Tickets H/D

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There is no better way to learn about the city of Cape Town. This is a world-class city that is scooping awards annually and if you need to learn why it keeps winning these awards you need to visit the attractions. A tour of the city of Cape Town takes travelers to the most beautiful blue flag beaches beaches. The most expensive residential areas in South Africa where some of the properties are owned by international celebrities. Travelers do have an opportunity of visiting Table Mountain the only one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature in a city. There are countless photo opportunities on this amazing tour and the views are simply awesome. There is also a fair amount of beauty to encounter especially when you visit the Company Gardens. There are art and crafts, critters and even an art gallery. In this tour travelers interact with the locals hence they get to familiarize themselves with the current situation to co-exist between the different racial groups.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Private City Tour

Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Private City Tour

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This informative tour pairs you up with a local for a jaunt around some of Cape Town’s neighborhoods. Starting in District Six, learn how the apartheid regime forcibly removed 60,000 black residents during the 1970s and what the culture there is like today. You’ll also explore the fast-evolving Woodstock neighborhood, visit a local bakery and enjoy a beer tasting along the way.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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USD44.88
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What to see and expect in Township

What to see and expect in Township

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This township experience takes you from the legendary District Six area, to some of the Cape Town ‘s thriving townships such as Langa and Guguletu. if you want to meet locals and see other side of township life up close and this is a must for you to see it yourself.you will have an opportunity to try local dishes!! taste African beer,visit traditional healers very special .The people you will meet on your tour will leave you with a new appreciation of seeing other side of Cape Town. very strong community spirit and warm welcoming experience.you will not feel that you step in privas of people’s home,your local guides live there and bring change to the community not only the company benefits when you book this special trip.Give it a try and then you may comment on social media about your own experience.
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  • 3 hours
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USD52.05
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Path to Freedom Tour with Private Transfers

Path to Freedom Tour with Private Transfers

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Although Cape Town is now a modern metropolis, it is impossible to separate this city from its storied past. Learn about the fight for freedom during apartheid, and the injustices that accompanied that journey, on this private half-day tour of District Six and Gugulethu — the neighborhoods at the epicenter of the fight.
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  • 7 hours
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USD244.62
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Discovering Cape Town on foot

Discovering Cape Town on foot

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Discovering Cape Town on foot by visiting some of the most important cultural and historical sites. Let the voice of a local guide help you understand the city and it’s inhabitants much better.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD18.68
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USD18.68

Half-Day Tour of Cape Town City

Half-Day Tour of Cape Town City

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This is an informative tour. There is no better way to learn about the history of Cape town other than going on a city tour. It brings all the history of South Africa to the travelers as this was the main point of contact foe the European settlers who eventually colonised South Africa. This is also a great tour that takes travelers to all the major buildings and all the landmarks in the city. Travelers have the opportunity of exploring first hand places like the museums, colourful houses of Bo-Kaap and the city. Travelers also learn about how the cultural diversity is copping with co-existing after a long history of racial discrimination. This is a beautiful city which is scooping awards annually and this tour will bring travelers up close to all these attractions. Some of which are the blue flag beaches, Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Lions' Head, Company gardens and much more. This tour is also a sightseeing tour intermixed with a health walk and interaction in the city.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD62.46
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Woodstock and City Center Bicycle Tour

Woodstock and City Center Bicycle Tour

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Get the most out of limited time in Cape Town by opting for this guided art and history-themed bike ride through Cape Town’s city center. Along the way, a guide shows you where to find cool street art, as well as historical and artistic landmarks. In addition to central highlights, the route also passes the Cape of Good Hope, District Six, and Company’s Garden.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD36.43
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Full Day Walk to Freedom & Robben Island

Full Day Walk to Freedom & Robben Island

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Cape Town’s history and culture are inextricably linked with that of South Africa. From the days of the Khoisan to the arrival of Jan van Riebeeck, from the dark days of apartheid to the democratic freedoms enjoyed today, Cape Town has been at the forefront of it all. This tour provides invaluable insight into the issues of human rights in South Africa combined with a tour to Robben Island.
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  • 10 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD117.55
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Township Tour

Township Tour

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Get intrigued by physically walking into the facts of our rich history and experience first hand the memories of some communities that are no longer in existence. From the Bo-Kaap colourful houses to the historical Langa and District Six vibrant communities, its an unforgettable half day experience that has the potential to change your life.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD49.44
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Township Tour Half Day (afternoon tour)

Township Tour Half Day (afternoon tour)

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Gain an understanding of how South Africa came to be known as "The Rainbow Nation" on this half-day tour of Cape Town's townships. With a guide in the lead, you'll learn much more than you would simply exploring on your own. Learn about daily life in the townships and hear some of the 11 national languages being spoken amongst residents as you visit a traditional healer and the District Six Museum.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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USD44.24
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Township Tour

Township Tour

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Here you will be able to see the daily lifestyle of the local People. As you will meet the locals, you will also be able to learn about their culture.
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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What's the best way to experience District Six Museum?
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Should I book District Six Museum tickets in advance?
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We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since District Six Museum can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
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How much does it cost to visit District Six Museum 2023?
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Currently, an entrance ticket to District Six Museum costs USD 2.60. Guided District Six Museum tours start around USD 2.60 per person.