ABOUT US
Our mission is to make Cape Town walkable for everyone – it’s as simple as that.
That is why our tours are educative, while fun and light, and run on tips alone. We like to call it “infotainment”. We think everyone, regardless of their budget, should experience #freetourscapetown.
With 50,000 guests annually we are one of the top things to do in Cape Town, and definitely one of the top ten free things to do in in the Mother City.
While visiting Cape Town, whether you are looking for historical walking tours, just want to have fun walking the Cape Town city centre or relish the opportunity to meet great people, you should take our tour and explore the Cape Town CBD.
STARTING TIMES
09:30 Best of Bo Kaap Tour – 1 hour 11:00 Historic City Tour – 1.5 hours Apartheid to Freedom Tour – 1.5 hours 14:00 Bo Kaap Tour – 1.5 hours Apartheid to Freedom Tour – 1.5 hours 16:20 Historic City Tour – 1.5 hours Bo Kaap Tour – 1.5 hours No booking needed – we will be there *All tours work on tips alone* GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE MUST BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR
Our Tours
New! Best of Bo Kaap Tour
Welcome to Bo Kaap highlights, where the streets are as colourful as the spice shops and the vibe is as lively as a Cape Town carnival.
Bo Kaap walking tour
Situated at the foot of Signal Hill, see the colourful houses, smell the spices of the East, hear the mosques calling for prayer and let the Cape Malay food tempt your taste buds.
Historic city tour
The history of Cape Town stretches over centuries, and the rich stories of the characters and landscapes that shaped this city, are shared with insight and entertainment.
Apartheid to freedom tour
Learn more about South Africa's struggle icon, Nelson Mandela, other apartheid heroes and this country's "long walk to freedom".
Customised tours
Book a customised, private tour such as Taste of Cape Town, Diamond Mining History, Art & Music and more to suit your needs and specifications.
Our Guides
Reinette has a passion for Cape Town (obviously), as well as for history, paintings, and authentic pictures of bygone days. This former teacher knows how to convey a message and that makes her a very relatable, informative, friendly, knowledgeable, and loved guide. Enough said.
Natalie was only a baby when she arrived in Cape Town from the Netherlands. She has since lived in other countries but South Africa is her home and Bloubergstrand her residence of choice. She is a seasoned trainer and addiction counselor, and recently her passion for South Africa led her to become a tour guide.
Cedric is a nerd-jock. He has a Master’s Degree in Sociology and has worked as a human rights researcher. But he loves going to the gym and outdoor hiking. This wine lover also worked at wine cellars during harvesting season. Who wouldn’t want to walk with a guide who has read history books since childhood?
Marianne’s background lies in the hospitality industry, a time in her life she describes as “fun”. We’re happy she’s brought her positive attitude to tourism. Apart from being a tour guide, her other passion is food. If she can be dropped off in the Bo Kaap to live among spices, she’ll be the happiest person in the world.
Meet Tim, the ultimate globe-trotter turned walking tour guide. When he’s not exploring on two wheels for his YouTube channel, he’s weaving history into his tours with a storytelling style that’s quintessential Tim.
Nizaam, our go-to tour guide, is a walking history encyclopaedia with a big heart. Raised in the colorful Bo Kaap community, he’s not just a dedicated tourism lecturer but also your passport to a journey rich in local tales, all shared with that ever-present BIG smile.
Myles, a former teacher turned walking tour guide, effortlessly weaves through history with a clarity that could cut through fog. Armed with nothing but a chalk-drawn map, he unfolds the past like a story, infusing each detail with a passion that extends beyond facts, as he also dedicates himself to coaching kids and teachers through the maze of life.
Geoff’s been into tourism since he was practically a kid, and the guy’s a total history nerd. Plus, he’s got this knack for reading people that makes his walking tours way more interesting than your average history lesson.
Meet Fahiema, the pint-sized powerhouse of walking tours – don’t be deceived by her stature, she’s a walking encyclopaedia of local lore. When she’s not guiding, you’ll catch her swinging clubs on the golf course or navigating the city’s hidden gems with her squad of adventure buddies.
Meet Cameron, our laid-back PhD student turned walking tour guide. With a passion for heritage, he’ll relay tales of the past like a pro, and when the history lesson is over, trust him to spill the beans on the coolest places to party in town.
Milo is a Cape Town-based comedian with roots in Durban. His passions are African history and culture, the ocean and comedy. His favourite movie is Kung Fu Panda, and his sources for African history are The Lion King, Black Panther and Tarzan.
Reinette has a passion for Cape Town (obviously), as well as for history, paintings, and authentic pictures of bygone days. This former teacher knows how to convey a message and that makes her a very relatable, informative, friendly, knowledgeable, and loved guide. Enough said.
Natalie was only a baby when she arrived in Cape Town from the Netherlands. She has since lived in other countries but South Africa is her home and Bloubergstrand her residence of choice. She is a seasoned trainer and addiction counselor, and recently her passion for South Africa led her to become a tour guide.
Cedric is a nerd-jock. He has a Master’s Degree in Sociology and has worked as a human rights researcher. But he loves going to the gym and outdoor hiking. This wine lover also worked at wine cellars during harvesting season. Who wouldn’t want to walk with a guide who has read history books since childhood?
Marianne’s background lies in the hospitality industry, a time in her life she describes as “fun”. We’re happy she’s brought her positive attitude to tourism. Apart from being a tour guide, her other passion is food. If she can be dropped off in the Bo Kaap to live among spices, she’ll be the happiest person in the world.
Meet Tim, the ultimate globe-trotter turned walking tour guide. When he’s not exploring on two wheels for his YouTube channel, he’s weaving history into his tours with a storytelling style that’s quintessential Tim.
Nizaam, our go-to tour guide, is a walking history encyclopaedia with a big heart. Raised in the colorful Bo Kaap community, he’s not just a dedicated tourism lecturer but also your passport to a journey rich in local tales, all shared with that ever-present BIG smile.
Myles, a former teacher turned walking tour guide, effortlessly weaves through history with a clarity that could cut through fog. Armed with nothing but a chalk-drawn map, he unfolds the past like a story, infusing each detail with a passion that extends beyond facts, as he also dedicates himself to coaching kids and teachers through the maze of life.
Geoff’s been into tourism since he was practically a kid, and the guy’s a total history nerd. Plus, he’s got this knack for reading people that makes his walking tours way more interesting than your average history lesson.
Meet Fahiema, the pint-sized powerhouse of walking tours – don’t be deceived by her stature, she’s a walking encyclopaedia of local lore. When she’s not guiding, you’ll catch her swinging clubs on the golf course or navigating the city’s hidden gems with her squad of adventure buddies.
Meet Cameron, our laid-back PhD student turned walking tour guide. With a passion for heritage, he’ll relay tales of the past like a pro, and when the history lesson is over, trust him to spill the beans on the coolest places to party in town.
Milo is a Cape Town-based comedian with roots in Durban. His passions are African history and culture, the ocean and comedy. His favourite movie is Kung Fu Panda, and his sources for African history are The Lion King, Black Panther and Tarzan.
Marina has a background in journalism, but since she’s backpacked through Europe and has lived in the Bushveld and Cape Town for long stretches of time, she decided to share her knowledge with visitors to the Mother City.
