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Discover Bo Kaap with a local

The tour lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes
Available in English

Description

 The Bo-Kaap neighborhood of Cape Town has a rich and multicultural history. Formally known as the Malay Quarter, the district is rooted in Malaysian culture, largely a result of the descendants of the slaves who were brought over by Dutch imperialists in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today, the area is still known for its vibrant history and blending of creeds; a cocktail which visitors often find fascinating and unforgettable. 


Cape Town Guru - Rushdi
Guide: Cape Town Guru - Rushdi
PRO
Guiding since 2019
Hi there! I am Rushdi, a fifth generation South African born and raised in the foothills of Table Mountain to parents whose ancestors were slaves brought to the Cape from the east during the slave trade. My ancestors built this city that I call home and I look forward to sharing my experiences from this picturesque corner of the world. Today, I am a proud husband and father, the last generation to experience apartheid and the first to witness the remarkable change in South Africa. Passionate about my culture with a great sense of adventure. I hope to share my Cape Town the way only a local knows how. Taste our heritage, fantastic tastes, sights and sounds from the comfort of a vehicle or stroll leisurely through the city streets. I am here to help you achieve and create lasting memories. My Cape Town offers everything and more for every type of traveler and since we are all unique, I can help you design a tour 100% tailored to your needs.

5 stops
1 hour and 30 minutes
Meeting point:38 Burg St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South AfricaHeaven Coffee Shop, 38 Burg St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000 Lookout for the Silver/Grey umbrellaOpen in Google Maps →
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Outside visit
Green Market SquareGreenmarket Square is one of the liveliest hubs in Cape Town. It's the second oldest public space in Cape Town, after the Grand Parade.
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Outside visit
Long StreetThis busy commercial and nightlife thoroughfare, partly lined with Victorian-era buildings featuring lovely wrought-iron balconies, once formed the border of the Muslim Bo-Kaap.
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Outside visit
Auwal MasjidThe Auwal Masjid is the first and oldest mosque built in South Africa. The Auwal Masjid, which is situated in Dorp Street, has always been a symbol of the struggle of Cape Muslims for the recognition of Islam and their freedom to worship. The mosque was built on land belonging to the freed slave Coridon van Ceylon.

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Discover Bo Kaap with a local


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