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Explore the must-sees like the stunning Table Mountain, the vibrant Bo-Kaap, and the intriguing Zeitz Museum on a private city highlights tour. Personalize your plan with your favorite local and enjoy Cape Town the right way, the local way!

City tours in Cape Town

Explore the must-sees like the stunning Table Mountain, the vibrant Bo-Kaap, and the intriguing Zeitz Museum on a private city highlights tour. Personalize your plan with your favorite local and enjoy Cape Town the right way, the local way!

City tours in Cape Town

Real People. Real Stories. Really Good Travel.

  • 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 3 city tours in Cape Town

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

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    Portrait from local Theo - The Nature Lover
    Portrait from local Christopher  - The Cultural Buff
    Choose your favorite local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town

    232 reviews
    4 hours | City highlights 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!

    €37.86 per person
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    Portrait from local Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Portrait from local Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Choose your favorite local

    Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour

    317 reviews
    2.5 hours | Off the beaten track tours | 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!

    €21.77 per person
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    Portrait from local Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Portrait from local Sebastian - Your host and local friend 😊
    Choose your favorite local

    City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town

    597 reviews
    1.5 hours | City highlights 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.

    €18.17 per 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

    34 reviews
    English・हिन्दी
  • Veliswa

    The Adventurous Outdoorsy

    18 reviews
    English
  • Trevor

    The Wine Professional

    45 reviews
    English
  • Kobus

    Padi Diving Instructor

    11 reviews
    English
  • Gilbert

    The Neighbourhood Host

    268 reviews
    English
  • Safwaan

    The Chef Guide

    8 reviews
    English
  • Bulelani

    The Outdoorsy Historian

    31 reviews
    English
  • Theo

    The Nature Lover

    28 reviews
    English
  • Cassandra

    The Foodie Lawyer

    9 reviews
    English
  • Elizabeth

    The Hide-Away Seeker

    43 reviews
    English
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Private city tours with locals in Cape Town

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

  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town
    Theo - The Nature Lover
    Christopher  - The Cultural Buff
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town

    4.8
    232 reviews
    4 hours • City highlights tours
    from €37.86 per person
  • Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour
    Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Choose your local

    Off the Beaten Track in Cape Town: Woodstock Tour

    4.8
    317 reviews
    2.5 hours • Off the beaten track tours
    from €21.77 per person
  • City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town
    Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Sebastian - Your host and local friend 😊
    Choose your local

    City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town

    4.8
    597 reviews
    1.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €18.17 per person
  • Nelson Mandela & Cape Town's History Private Tour
    Christopher  - The Cultural Buff
    With Christopher

    Nelson Mandela & Cape Town's History Private Tour

    4.9
    68 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €31.76 per person
  • Cape Town's Family Tour with a Local
    Parinita - The Social Host
    With Parinita

    Cape Town's Family Tour with a Local

    5.0
    34 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €54.12 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! - Cape Town City Tour
    Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Gilbert - The Neighbourhood Host
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Cape Town City Tour

    4.8
    740 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €27.94 per person
  • Full Coverage Cape Town City Tour
    Bulelani - The Outdoorsy Historian
    Elizabeth - The Hide-Away Seeker
    Choose your local

    Full Coverage Cape Town City Tour

    4.8
    703 reviews
    5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €53.31 per person
  • The Heart of Cape Town Tour: Highlights, Food & Wine
    Trevor - The Wine Professional
    With Trevor

    The Heart of Cape Town Tour: Highlights, Food & Wine

    5.0
    45 reviews
    5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €100 per person
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  • City highlights tours 7
  • Day trips 4
  • Food tours 2
  • Night tours 2
  • Off the beaten track tours 2
  • Photo tours 1
  • Wine & Beer tours 1


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    The 10 Tastings of Cape Town

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    204 reviews
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    City Kickstart Tour: Cape Town

    4.8
    597 reviews
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    Sip and Savor: Constantia's Wine Tasting Adventure

    4.8
    229 reviews
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    City Escape: Cape Town Classics Day Trip

    4.9
    508 reviews
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    City Escape: Cape Peninsula Day Trip

    4.9
    516 reviews
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    Cape Town's Whales & Wine day trip with Seafood Lunch

    4.9
    45 reviews
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    Private Gin Tasting & Local Night Out Tour

    5.0
    9 reviews
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    Nelson Mandela & Cape Town's History Private Tour

    4.9
    68 reviews
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Why is Withlocals the best place to book a tour?

  • 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.



Private & personalized city tours in Cape Town with a local

Discover Cape Town like never before with a private city tours led by a local guide. These tours are tailored just for you, with no fixed routes or crowds. Whether you're into history, hidden alleys, iconic landmarks, or everyday local life, your guide will customize the experience to match your interests.

Walk through Cape Town with someone who truly knows the city, hear the stories behind the sights, and uncover corners most tourists miss. Want to focus on art, neighborhoods, or cultural quirks? It's your tour, your pace. Perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned explorers, our personalized city tours help you connect with Cape Town in a meaningful way.

Say goodbye to generic tours and hello to a one-of-a-kind local experience in Cape Town.

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  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Cape Town

    4.8
    · 232 reviews
    From€37.86/person
    Theo - The Nature Lover
    +4
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    Travelers love our locals

    Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

    • 5.0

      Really interesting and fun tour !

      "Despite of the weather conditions, we had wonderful time, fun, and interesting. Bulelani had answers to all of our questions about the city and showed us really interesting places around Cape Town "

      local Bulelani
      guest Clémentine
      ClémentineAbout local BulelaniCape Town, September 3, 2026
    • 5.0

      Insightful tour with Rashdi

      "The first thing I noticed about Rashdi was a warm smile, the second was his genuine interest in finding out about our interests, so that he could assess how to pace our city tour. Rashdi imparted lots of information in an accessible way and gave us time to look at what we wanted, without ever feeling rushed or processed. it was a great introduction to our first day in Capetown, giving us confidence to explore more on our own later. We were very happy to have spent the morning with Rashdi, and grateful for his insights as a born-and bred Capetownian. "

      local Rushdi
      guest Annie
      AnnieAbout local RushdiCape Town, July 25, 2026
    • 5.0

      The Best

      "Thank you so much to Sebastian! We were so thankful for our time with him. He was a wealth of knowledge and incredibly accommodating when our schedule was delayed with travel mishaps. Could not recommend more and hope you get a chance to experience such a lovely tour!"

      local Sebastian
      guest Briana
      BrianaAbout local SebastianCape Town, July 20, 2026
    • 5.0

      Review about Sebastian

      "Sebastian was a fantastic guide and gave us a great overview on the city tour. I really appreciated his follow up after the tour with several recommendations for the rest of our trip! "

      local Sebastian
      guest Kelly
      KellyAbout local SebastianCape Town, July 13, 2026
    • 5.0

      Rushdi: a super guide.

      "Rushdi took our family on a tour through history. He knew a lot, had interest in all of us and showed us the Castle of Good Hope, a local foodmarket, Bo Kaap etc. Very pleasant! Thank you Rushdi!"

      local Rushdi
      guest Grace
      GraceAbout local RushdiCape Town, July 3, 2026
    • 5.0

      Review about Gilbert

      "Gilbert was phenomenal. His knowledge of Cape Town and South Africa’s history and culture is incredible - he brought every site to life with stories, context, and passion. We learned so much and saw the city in a whole new way. He’s engaging, patient, and answered every question with real insight. If you want to understand the real Cape Town beyond the surface, book Gilbert. Highly recommend!"

      local Gilbert
      guest Rajni
      RajniAbout local GilbertCape Town, June 2, 2026
    • 5.0

      Choose this guy!

      "Sebastian was an awesome leader with a deep understanding of local history and culture, and seems to be friends with more than half of Cape Town. He was not afraid to talk about difficult subjects and interjected his own personal experiences and family history to give us a richer view of what it means to be South African, and he did it all with charm and kindness. "

      local Sebastian
      guest Sarah
      SarahAbout local SebastianCape Town, May 16, 2026
    • 5.0

      Cape Town City tour

      "A tour of District 6 and Cape Town City Center with Gilbert. We had a wonderful day with Gilbert, who not only showed us the many facets of his city but also what makes its people special. He told us about the past and present and took us to places we would never have seen without him. Thank you, Gilbert, also for every little refreshment and the treats on this hot day. It was fantastic, and we highly recommend a tour with Gilbert."

      local Gilbert
      guest tanya
      tanyaAbout local GilbertCape Town, April 14, 2026
    • 5.0

      Fantastic tour

      "My wife and I had the pleasure of having Sebastian as our tour guide on a 4 hours trip in Cape Town. Sebastian gave us a tour where we saw and heard exactly what we needed about Cape Town. Sebastian is a great guide and person. We can only give him our best recommendations. "

      local Sebastian
      guest Peter
      PeterAbout local SebastianCape Town, March 22, 2026
    • 5.0

      Insider Cape Town

      "We had a great time with Trevor. He gave us an insightful guide to the City and its history. We enjoyed his company and the discussions about Cape Town's development. Starting with it's key position in the trade between East & West right up to current times. The stops for refreshments along the way were great - a coffee shop with a difference, food influenced by the Cape Malay and of course South African wine! "

      local Trevor
      guest Richard
      RichardAbout local TrevorCape Town, March 19, 2026