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Experience the best of Cape Town with Withlocals

Going to Cape Town and wondering what to do? No need to worry, there's plenty of things to do in Cape Town with a local. Join your favorite host and discover the best the city has to offer from an exclusive selection of unique experiences.

Tours in Cape Town

Going to Cape Town and wondering what to do? No need to worry, there's plenty of things to do in Cape Town with a local. Join your favorite host and discover the best the city has to offer from an exclusive selection of unique experiences.

Tours in Cape Town

Real People. Real Stories.
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  • Feel like a local, not a tourist

    Always private. It’s just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.

  • More you, less checklist

    Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.

  • Travel that feels good

    Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.



Top 10 things to do in Cape Town

Make your stay in Cape Town complete with these things to do

  1. 1Experience image
    Portrait from local Rushdi - The Cape Town Guru
    Portrait from local Parinita - The Social Host
    Choose your favorite local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town

    247 reviews
    4 hours | City highlight tours | Cape Town

    Want to see the best of Cape Town? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Cape Town!

    €37.86per person
    Explore
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    Portrait from local Parinita - The Social Host
    Portrait from local Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Choose your favorite local

    The 10 Tastings of Cape Town

    203 reviews
    3 hours | Food tours | Cape Town

    Ready to taste the best food in Cape Town? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Cape Town.

    €53.38per person
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  3. 3Experience image
    Portrait from local Daryl - The Outdoor Photographer
    Portrait from local Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Choose your favorite local

    Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour

    101 reviews
    2.5 hours | Off the beaten track | Cape Town

    Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Cape Town. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore the Woodstock where you’ll experience a different Cape Town, like a local with a local by your side!

    €21.77per person
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  4. 4Experience image
    Portrait from local Safwaan - The Chef Guide
    Portrait from local Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Choose your favorite local

    City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town

    520 reviews
    1.5 hours | City highlight tours | Cape Town

    Welcome to Cape Town! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Cape Town to start your city trip on the right foot.

    €18.17per person
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    Portrait from local Parinita - The Social Host
    Portrait from local Theo - The Nature Lover
    Choose your favorite local

    Sip and Savor: Constantia's Wine Tasting Adventure

    81 reviews
    4 hours | day trips | Cape Town

    Step into the culinary delights on this immersive Culinary Day Trip: Wine Tasting in Constantia. This trip will awaken your taste buds and introduce you to the city's vibrant wine scene. Leave the crowds behind as you embark on a private adventure with your knowledgeable local guide, ready to unveil the hidden vinicultural gems that make Constantia a wine lover's paradise!

    €101per person
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    Portrait from local Rushdi - The Cape Town Guru
    Portrait from local Parinita - The Social Host
    Choose your favorite local

    City Escape: Cape Town Classics Day Trip

    397 reviews
    8 hours | Day trips | Cape Town

    Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Cape Town to explore classic highlights with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!

    €120per person
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    Portrait from local Sebastian - Your real local friend 😊
    Portrait from local Elizabeth - The Hide-Away Seeker
    Choose your favorite local

    City Escape: Cape Peninsula Day Trip

    377 reviews
    8 hours | Day trips | Cape Town

    Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Cape Town to explore Cape Peninsula with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!

    €172per person
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    Portrait from local Kobus - Padi Diving Instructor
    With Kobus

    Cape Town From the Water: Snorkeling & Penguins

    11 reviews
    3 hours | Wildlife & nature | Cape Town

    With some many beautiful beaches and waterfronts in Cape Town, it's a must to discover the city from the water. I'm a professional scuba & skin diver, and I want to share my passion with you. Join me on a private snorkeling experience in Kelp Forest and let's spot some penguins along the way!

    €70per person
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    Portrait from local Kobus - Padi Diving Instructor
    With Kobus

    Scuba Diving Experience in Simonstown with an Expert

    11 reviews
    3 hours | sports & leisure | Cape Town

    Have you always wanted to try scuba diving? Then Cape Town is the best place to try! I'm a professional scuba diving instructor, and I want to share my passion with you. Join me on a private beginner scuba diving experience and let's discover how beautiful Cape Town is under the water.

    €120per person
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    Portrait from local Trevor - The Wine Professional
    With Trevor

    Cape Town's Whales & Wine day trip with Seafood Lunch

    38 reviews
    8 hours | wine & beer tours | Cape Town

    Visit the whale watching capital of the world as well as a fresh seafood meal and a great wine experience!

    €116per person
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Explore Cape Town with our incredible locals

Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Cape Town with locals

  • Parinita

    The Social Host

    33 reviews
    English・हिन्दी
  • Kobus

    Padi Diving Instructor

    11 reviews
    English
  • Veliswa

    The Adventurous Outdoorsy

    17 reviews
    English
  • Daryl

    The Outdoor Photographer

    15 reviews
    English
  • Trevor

    The Wine Professional

    38 reviews
    English
  • Bulelani

    The Outdoorsy Historian

    22 reviews
    English
  • Elizabeth

    The Hide-Away Seeker

    38 reviews
    English
  • Gilbert

    The Neighbourhood Host

    248 reviews
    English
  • Christopher

    The Cultural Buff

    59 reviews
    English
  • Cassandra

    The Foodie Lawyer

    9 reviews
    English
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Things to do in Cape Town

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Cape Town has to offer

  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town
    Rushdi - The Cape Town Guru
    Parinita - The Social Host
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town

    4.9
    247 reviews
    4 hours • City highlight tours
    from €37.86 per person
  • The 10 Tastings of Cape Town
    Parinita - The Social Host
    Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Cape Town

    4.8
    203 reviews
    3 hours • Food tours
    from €53.38 per person
  • Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour
    Daryl - The Outdoor Photographer
    Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Choose your local

    Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour

    4.9
    101 reviews
    2.5 hours • Off the beaten track
    from €21.77 per person
  • City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town
    Safwaan - The Chef Guide
    Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Choose your local

    City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town

    4.9
    520 reviews
    1.5 hours • City highlight tours
    from €18.17 per person
  • Sip and Savor: Constantia's Wine Tasting Adventure
    Parinita - The Social Host
    Theo - The Nature Lover
    Choose your local

    Sip and Savor: Constantia's Wine Tasting Adventure

    4.9
    81 reviews
    4 hours • day trips
    from €101 per person
  • City Escape: Cape Town Classics Day Trip
    Rushdi - The Cape Town Guru
    Parinita - The Social Host
    Choose your local

    City Escape: Cape Town Classics Day Trip

    4.9
    397 reviews
    8 hours • Day trips
    from €120 per person
  • City Escape: Cape Peninsula Day Trip
    Sebastian - Your real local friend 😊
    Elizabeth - The Hide-Away Seeker
    Choose your local

    City Escape: Cape Peninsula Day Trip

    4.9
    377 reviews
    8 hours • Day trips
    from €172 per person
  • Cape Town From the Water: Snorkeling & Penguins
    Kobus - Padi Diving Instructor
    With Kobus

    Cape Town From the Water: Snorkeling & Penguins

    5.0
    11 reviews
    3 hours • Wildlife & nature
    from €70 per person
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  • Day trips 4
  • Off the beaten track tours 2
  • Wildlife & Nature 2
  • Food tours 1
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  • Wine & Beer tours 1
  • Sports & Leisure 1

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  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



The Best Local Activities in Cape Town

Discover what to do in Cape Town from a true local! From vibrant neighborhoods to breathtaking beaches, you will be astonished by the many things to see in Cape Town. With your welcoming local host leading the way, you will have a humungous smile with all the splendid activities in Cape Town. History buffs will love exploring the bustling streets of District 6. Learn about Cape Town’s turbulent past and listen to captivating stories from your knowledgeable local host. Artistic minds will fancy the hip Woodstock neighborhood with street art along every corner. Let your local host know what really interests you, and they will show you all the incredible things to do in Cape Town. When trying to plan the ultimate vacation, you will find there are lots of activities in Cape Town. Your favorite local host will point you in the right direction of where to go in Cape Town. Whether you decide to take a picturesque cable car ride to the peak of Table Mountain or head to the beach to take a crack at surfing, trekking the city with a real local is the easiest way to find the best things to do in Cape Town! If you are trying to learn what to do in Cape Town, a Withlocals private tour is the best way to customize your day with 100% personalized activities. Just inform your local host of your interests, and they will plan everything for you!



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Travelers love our locals

Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

  • 5.0

    Wonderful Tour Guide

    "Our family of four had the best time with Rushdi. He was friendly, very informative and patient with our kids. He made sure that all our points of interest were covered. We really appreciate Rushdi going above and beyond when we discovered a booking mistake on our end and he was still able to work with our schedule and still be our tour guide. We have a much better understanding of Cape Town and its history because of Rushdi. Highly recommend Rushdi to anyone looking for a tour guide in Cape Town!"

    local Rushdi
    guest Wiebke Eric
    Wiebke EricAbout local RushdiCape Town, February 18, 2026
  • 5.0

    Highlight of Cape Town

    "Our tour with Sebastian was definitely one of the highlights of our time in Cape Town! He's incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and has a great sense of humor. We learned so much about the city's history and its people. I highly recommend booking a tour with Sebastian, and if we ever return, we’ll definitely book with him again!"

    local Sebastian
    guest Luke
    LukeAbout local SebastianCape Town, February 15, 2026
  • 5.0

    Amazing experience

    "Elizabeth, our guide ,was truly fantastic . We had the best experience over three days . I want to afford Elizabeth the highest accolade and recommend her to you unreservedly. She took us to look places away from the crowds and tailored the itinerary perfectly to suit what we wanted to see. She is outstanding and her knowledge is phenomenal. This entire tour was conducted so professionally and peppered with humour and kindness. "

    local Elizabeth
    guest Ann
    AnnAbout local ElizabethCape Town, February 2, 2026
  • 5.0

    Such a grear guide and tour

    "What a brilliant afternoon with Gilbert showing us the ‘off the beaten track’ tour. He’s was entertaining and very educational and we saw and learnt things we just wouldn’t have discovered on our own. I won’t ruin some of the places he took us but it definitely was as hidden parts of the city we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. Book with Gilbert if you can. I think he does other routes too."

    local Gilbert
    guest B
    BAbout local GilbertCape Town, January 27, 2026
  • 5.0

    Wear good walking shoes

    "Wonderful experience of the hidden Cape Town Gilbert took us from postoffice turned food hall, through shebeens and fancy chocolate bars into little private museums and hotels - who just hid a tiny bit of the city’s history. All along sharing his own experience of the city and the city history "

    local Gilbert
    guest Helle & Henrik
    Helle & HenrikAbout local GilbertCape Town, January 15, 2026
  • 5.0

    3 tours in 1!

    "Chris was an amazing guide, who firstly was very patient and understanding that we were running late with my aunt being under the weather. He was also very accommodating with the tailoring the tour to us and dealing with my endless questions! It was an informative tour but one full of laughs and have a taste to Cape Town. I couldn't recommend Chris more!"

    local Christopher
    guest Naomi
    NaomiAbout local Christopher Cape Town, January 12, 2026
  • 5.0

    Wonderful day out wiyh Theo

    "We had a really good day out with Theo, his knowledge of the Cape Town area was amazing and well delivered. "

    local Theo
    guest Lee
    LeeAbout local TheoCape Town, January 10, 2026
  • 5.0

    Top!!!

    "Sebastian was extremely knowledgeable about the area and had a wealth of information about the history of South Africa to share. He was always happy to accommodate our wishes and needs. The three hours flew by! We would book a tour with Sebastian again anytime. Thank you very much! ❤️"

    local Sebastian
    guest Eliane
    ElianeAbout local SebastianCape Town, December 28, 2025
  • 5.0

    COULD NOT RATE HIGHER

    "Gilbert is a fountain of knowledge and adapted easily to our needs and interests. He is a lovely man and would strongly recommend him as a guide to one and all."

    local Gilbert
    guest Neil
    NeilAbout local GilbertCape Town, December 27, 2025
  • 5.0

    Outstanding day with Christopher!

    "We had a great time with Christopher on the half-day city walking tour. He was a pleasure the entire time. The tour was fun and educational and his passion for his home was evident every step we took. Highly recommended!"

    local Christopher
    guest Ben
    BenAbout local Christopher Cape Town, December 22, 2025