Free tour

Bo-Kaap Roots: Where Culture Paints the Streets

4.80

Excellent(5)

Cape Town

Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: Marianne

Registered on 15 March 2025

Welcome to Cape Town—the Mother City with soul, spice, and serious style! I’m your local guide and storyteller, ready to take you on unforgettable adventures. From feasting on flavour-packed Cape Malay dishes to sipping award-winning wines in the winelands, exploring centuries of history, vibing with street art, and road-tripping to meet our famous penguins—there’s magic around every corner. ✨ Ready to explore? Book your spot now and let’s make memories in Cape Town!

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Discover the Vibrant Bo-Kaap! ✨

Have you ever wondered about the story behind Cape Town's most colorful neighborhood? Join our Bo-Kaap Walking Tour and step into a world rich in culture, history, and flavor!

🏠 Why the Colors? Uncover the fascinating history of Bo-Kaap—learn what the name means and why the houses are painted in dazzling shades. Discover who calls these iconic homes their own today.

🍽️ A Culinary Journey Taste the heart of South African cuisine as we wander the cobblestone streets. We'll pause at local eateries to sample authentic Cape Malay dishes and hear captivating tales of the people and their culinary heritage.

🌿 Spice it Up! Visit our aromatic spice shop—breathe in the rich fragrances and maybe take home a taste of Bo-Kaap with some locally-sourced spices.

🕌 Culture and Traditions Learn about Bo-Kaap's vibrant festivals and the significance of its many mosques, connecting you deeper to the community's cultural roots.

📸 Capture the Moment Walk with us to a secret viewing point—perfect for snapping that Instagram-worthy shot of Table Mountain and the colorful neighborhood below.

🏛️ A Historic Finale We’ll end our tour at one of Bo-Kaap's historic landmarks.

Don't Miss Out! Join us for an unforgettable experience. See you there!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Shortmarket St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa

Meeting Point Meet your guide, Marianne — rocking her Tourist badge with pride — at the entrance to the legendary Cape Heritage Square on Shortmarket Street! We’re kicking things off with a delicious Cape Malay bite to get your taste buds dancing, then it’s off to explore the colorful streets, bold stories, and hidden gems of the one-and-only Bo-Kaap. Get ready for flavor, fun, and a whole lot of photo ops!

Outside visit

Heritage Square

Meet your guide, Marianne — rocking her Tourist badge with pride — at the entrance to the legendary Cape Heritage Square on Shortmarket Street! We’re kicking things off with a delicious Cape Malay bite to get your taste buds dancing, then it’s off to explore the colorful streets, bold stories, and hidden gems of the one-and-only Bo-Kaap. Get ready for flavor, fun, and a whole lot of photo ops!

Outside visit

Bokaap Deli

Tucked into this vibrant corner is a former home, now a restaurant serving up stories and spices from centuries of Cape Malay tradition.

Outside visit

Mosque Shafee

The cobblestone streets weren’t just charming—they provided much-needed grip, helping horse-drawn carts navigate the steep, often slippery slopes of Bo-Kaap carts to navigate the wet and slippery roads.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).