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Cape Town City Pass

Cape Town City Pass offers unlimited access to over 80 top attractions and tours across the city for 1–5 consecutive days—including a free Hop-on Hop-off bus ticket for seamless sightseeing.

Address:Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa
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Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa

📍 Overview The Cape Town City Pass offers prepaid entry to over 80 major attractions across the city and surrounds, plus included access to the City Sightseeing Hop‑On Hop‑Off red bus for the duration of your pass—one digital barcode handles everything. 🎫 Key Packages

  • Unlimited Pass: entry to all included attractions.
  • Premium Pass: includes unlimited access plus one high-end experience (e.g. safari, shark dive, scenic flight).
  • Both versions are available in 1, 2, 3 or 5 consecutive calendar day durations (not rolling 24-hour periods).

🚀 Included Access & Perks

  • Attractions include: Table Mountain Cableway, Zeitz MOCAA, Groot Constantia, Two Oceans Aquarium, District Six Museum & more.
  • Free Hop‑On Hop‑Off bus with multilingual commentary, operating across main tourist circuits.
  • Potential savings of up to 50–65% compared to buying individual entries.
  • Skip-the-line access at select busy venues, plus a printed or downloadable guidebook included.

✅ Why Choose the City Pass?

FeatureBenefit
✅ 80+ attractions includedAccess to museums, cruises, wine estates, aquarium, parks
🚌 Bus ticket includedFree City Sightseeing Red Bus for your pass duration
💸 Clear cost savingsPrepaid pricing and bulk discount on admissions
📱 Fully digital & contactlessBarcode ticket—easy to scan at venues without cash or coupons
📚 Essentials guidebook providedHelpful info on opening hours, locations, regulations

💬 What Visitors Say

  • High praise: One reviewer described the 5-day pass as “excellent value,” covering over 30 activities and saving more than R2,000 per person.
  • Convenient transport: “The Hop On Hop Off Bus … Is a MUST and a SUPER DEAL!” noted a Tripadvisor user.
  • Mixed local opinion: Some locals recommend it, especially on sunny days, but caution that unpredictable weather and museum-heavy passes may lessen value if outdoor tours are disrupted.

💡 Tips Before You Book

  • Buy online in advance to receive your barcode pass immediately.
  • Save pass to your phone or print it—your barcode must be scanned for entry.
  • Accelerate savings by planning early days around popular attractions like Table Mountain and sunset cruises.
  • Check show hours and pre-book premium experiences or time slots, especially during peak season.
  • Use the open-top bus on sunny days to truly enjoy the scenic ride. Rain and wind can reduce enjoyment.

🏙️ Sample Itineraries

  • 2‑Day Unlimited Pass:
    • Day 1: Table Mountain cableway, V&A Waterfront cruise, Two Oceans Aquarium, Zeitz MOCAA
    • Day 2: Groot Constantia wine estate, District Six Museum, Canal Cruise + Hop-On bus loop
  • 5‑Day Premium Pass:
    • Includes optional adventure experiences like shark cage diving, paragliding, or helicopter flights, in addition to museums, tours, and cruises.

🧭 Final Verdict

For visitors eager to explore widely and efficiently, the Cape Town City Pass is a compelling option—offering hassle-free entry, essential transport, and major value across the city’s key attractions. Best suited to early planners, sunny-day itineraries, and multi-day stays. Rainy‑day plans or solo travellers with limited mobility may want to compare options.


📍 Official website: capetown.citypass.co.za Contact support/guidebook: info@citypass.co.za or the listed Long Street / Waterfront offices.