Cape Town Walking Tour
Welcome to the Dark Side of Cape Town Walking Tour! On this journey, you will explore the intriguing and lesser-known stories of Cape Town, revealing the city’s mysterious, historical, and sometimes eerie past. This immersive experience will uncover tales of crime, punishment, hauntings, and forgotten corners of the Mother City, offering you insider knowledge and memorable encounters with local traditions. Perfect for adventure seekers and history enthusiasts, this tour will leave you with a deeper understanding of Cape Town’s rich, complex history.
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Cape Town Walking Tour
What's included in Cape Town Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Greenmarket Square
Historically a slave market, this square has witnessed numerous events from the colonial era. Hear about its transformation over the centuries and the dark stories of the people who once walked these cobblestones
Iziko William Fehr Collection at the Castle of Good Hope
Our next stop is the Castle of Good Hope, South Africa’s oldest colonial building. This star-shaped fortress has a chilling history of imprisonment, torture, and ghost sightings. Discover the stories of its haunted dungeons and the spirits that are said to roam its corridors.
District Six Museum
A brief walk brings us to the District Six Museum, where we delve into the dark history of apartheid and forced removals. The museum stands as a testament to the vibrant community that was destroyed and the lingering pain of its former residents.
Inclusions
- Tour guide
- Bottled water
- Please note that lunch is not included in the tour price. Participants are encouraged to enjoy their meal during the lunch break, but they will need to cover their own expenses for this.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We begin our tour at one of Cape Town’s oldest markets. Hear about its transformation over the centuries and the dark stories of the people who once walked these cobblestones
