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Mandela statue in front of Cape Town City Hall, with his hand raised in greeting.
Visitors are taking photos at the Two Oceans Aquarium, where sharks swim freely.
Sea turtles leisurely swim in an aquarium, with a school of fish accompanying them in the background.
The central square of Cape Town, with Table Mountain in the background.
Statues of four copper figures on the shore of Cape Town Harbour, with Table Mountain and city views in the background.

Cape Town: Two Oceans Aquarium & Mandela Balcony Heritage｜South Africa

South Africa-Western Cape
Duration:4 hour(s)
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Make the Two Oceans Aquarium the centerpiece of your Cape Town experience
  • See kelp forest displays, penguins, sharks, rays and South African marine life
  • Stand at Cape Town City Hall, linked to Mandela first public speech after prison
  • Visit Nobel Square and see South Africa's Nobel Peace Prize winners.
  • Enjoy a scenic photo stop at Signal Hill overlooking the city, harbor and ocean
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Transportation methodHotel transfer
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementArrange yourself
Additional service & facilityTransfer included
Sightseeing typeCity walking tour, Historic site tour, Eco-tourism
TransportCharter car, Walking

Product Info

This experience is designed for travelers who want more than a standard Cape Town city orientation. Rather than visiting the usual attractions, the tour explores Cape Town through its marine life, freedom history, and iconic landmarks.

Begin at the Two Oceans Aquarium at the V&A Waterfront, the highlight of the experience. Discover South Africa’s diverse marine life, from kelp forests and colourful coastal fish to penguins, rays, turtles, and sharks. The aquarium provides an engaging introduction to the Atlantic and Indian Ocean ecosystems that shape Cape Town’s coastline.

Continue to nearby Nobel Square, home to the life-size bronze statues of South Africa’s four Nobel Peace Prize laureates: Albert Luthuli, Desmond Tutu, F.W. de Klerk, and Nelson Mandela. Learn how their leadership helped shape the country's journey to democracy.

Next, visit Cape Town City Hall and the Grand Parade, where Nelson Mandela delivered his first public speech after his release from prison in February 1990. Your guide will share the significance of this historic moment and Cape Town’s role in South Africa’s democratic transition.

Finish with a scenic drive to Signal Hill for panoramic views of the City Bowl, Table Bay, the harbour, the Atlantic coastline, and, on clear days, Robben Island. Your guide will connect these spectacular views to the day's theme of ocean, heritage, and freedom.

Perfect for families, first-time visitors, and culture lovers, this experience offers a meaningful introduction to Cape Town beyond the traditional sightseeing route.

Important Info

Reminders

  • If your package requires a pickup address, the supplier will reconfirm the address you provided. If the address cannot be accepted, we will contact you to confirm an alternative pickup location.

  • Not Suitable For: Wheelchair users

  • What To Bring: Comfortable shoes

  • What To Bring: Camera

  • What To Bring: Weather-appropriate clothing

  • Not Allowed: Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

  • Know Before You Go: This tour does not include Table Mountain.

  • Know Before You Go: This tour does not include the South African Museum.

  • Know Before You Go: The order of the itinerary may change depending on traffic, museum opening times and operational conditions.

  • Know Before You Go: City Hall access may be subject to availability, civic events or security restrictions. If access is restricted, the guide will provide the Mandela history from the exterior and surrounding Grand Parade area.

  • Know Before You Go: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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