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City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot"

c/o Cape Town Tourism Burg Street, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
+2721 4624252
Ranked #26 of 95 tours in Cape Town Central
5.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Wanderlust explores the energetic city on a daily basis. From Monday to Friday the "Cape Town on Foot & Bo-Kaap" walk starts at 11h00 and Saturday at...... more » Owner description: Wanderlust explores the energetic city on a daily basis. From Monday to Friday the "Cape Town on Foot & Bo-Kaap" walk starts at 11h00 and Saturday at 1000hrs. Our walks focus on the historic city centre, the former Dutch East India Company's Garden and the city's oldest Muslim area, the Bo-Kaap. We highlight the city's cultural and historic diversity and its amazing architecture. The walks last about 2.5 hours and are conducted in English and German. French by prior arrangement. The cost is R 150 per person, children under 14 are free.Private tours can be arranged.Wanderlust publishes also travel guide books under the following titles:"Cape Town on Foot"; Kapstadt zu Fuss; The Winelands Explorer; Die Weinstrasse am Kap; Garden Route Travels and the Overberg; Cape of Good Hope, a journey of discovery; West Coast & beyond. « less
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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Ursula was SUCH an incredible tour guide... beyond her knowledge of the cultural importance of various spots and neighborhoods, she gave us a truly authentic experience of Cape Town - not the average "museums and monuments" tour, although it did of course include pointing those out as well. We couldn't have asked for a better introduction to the local flavors... More

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Ursula Stevens, Guest on the walking tour at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Thank you so much for the time you took to comment on the walking tour. It was great showing you the city and all its attractions and I am really happy that the walk contributed to your first experience of our wonderful city. Thank you and enjoy the rest of your stay. Ursula More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Having just arrived in Cape Town the day before going on this tour, I can't imagine a better foreword to my extended stay in the city. Our tour guide Ursula painted the perfect picture of a culturally diverse city by walking us in and around the City Centre. She was both knowledgeable and engaging, but also friendly enough to spend... More

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Ursula Stevens, guest on a walk at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Thank you very much for your comment, I sincerely appreciate the time and trouble you took to review the walking tour. It is so encouraging to have such wonderful feedback. I enjoyed showing you the sometimes hidden beauty of the city and hope that your stay in Cape Town will leave you with lasting and wonderful memories. thank you once... More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

When I came to Cape Town for a summer internship, I had a little knowledge of the city. But Ursula, my group's tour guide, took me and four other students on a great walking tour. It was fun and interesting, surprisingly keeping my attention. I usually don't like tours and tend to explore on my own. But Ursula revealed bits... More

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Ursula Stevens, guest on a walk at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Wow, you really make me feel wonderful! It was great having you on my walking tour and yes, the enthusiasm you showed also energised me! It is always a pleasure to reveal the attractions of one's home town when the echo is there. Thank you once again and enjoy the rest of your stay in the Mother City. Ursula More

Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

My friend and I turned up to the tourism centre wanting to book a walking tour for the afternoon. We had just missed the morning tours and were flying out the following day so we could only go for an afternoon tour. Ursula was extremely accommodating - she let us choose the time to meet and because there was just... More

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Ursula Stevens, Guest on the walking tour at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Thank you so much for your very kind comments. I really appreciate it. Your comments are very encouraging and I do hope that you have fallen in love with our lively city which reveals sometimes totally unexpected beauty in hidden places. Thanks once again. Ursula More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

I did this tour with 4 other students (I am a student as well) and I have to say our tour guide, Ursula, was AMAZING!! She gave such a a great tour of the city and helped us discover all the secret and overlooked details of the city centre. Ursula was very friendly and open to discuss all the different... More

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Ursula Stevens, Guest on the walking tour at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 21, 2012

Oh yes, I remember the enthusiastic young ladies very well. You made it very easy for me to guide you through the sometimes narrow and congested streets of Cape Town, to take you into some of the buildings where history was made. Thank you for joining me and thank you for your encouraging comments. Enjoy the rest of your sojourn... More

St. Petersburg, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

When my original plans for a free day in Cape Town were cancelled, I stopped in at the tourist center and found the walking tour. I'm so glad I did! I was a great way to get a look at the city and get an interesting history lesson as well. In spite of the fact it was a public holiday... More

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Ursula Stevens, Guest on the walking tour at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 13, 2012

Thank you very much for the time and trouble you took to comment on the walking tour. Your views are highly appreciated. More

Canaan, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

The best way to get to know a city is on its streets and among its shops and houses. Here's a chance to meet Cape Town that way, with a guide who is part historian, part contemporary social observer, with commentary that is both practical and enlightening. Ursula knows this city from long firsthand experience, and she both loves and... More

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Ursula Stevens, guest on a walk at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
May 3, 2012

Thank you very much for having joined our walking tour and for your review which is very much appreciated. Kind regards Ursula More

Berlin, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2012

Walking tour through the city is amazing! Ursula has a wide knowledge of history, architecture, anecdotes and todays life. Great mix of walking, getting information in an entertaining way and really discover the city centre of Cape Town More

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Ursula Stevens, Owner at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
March 15, 2012

thank you for your review. It is very encouraging to hear that guests enjoy the walk and return home with new knowledge gained. More

Basel, Switzerland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2012

We (2 couples) enjoyed tremendously to be guided in a small group to the hotspots of Cape Town, although we had experienced it before on our own. What we heard gave us a deeper insight into this fascinating city concerning history, architecture, religions, exciting tales and adventures. To our surprise we were guided in our mother tongue - this is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

Ursula does a fantastic job of bringing the history of Cape Town to life. She must be the most knowledgeable walking tour guide in Cape Town. I would highly recommend for anyone visiting Cape Town to walk with Ursula to get an up close and personal view of the mother city. More

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Ursula Stevens, Owner at City Walks Cape Town- "Cape Town on Foot", responded to this review
March 15, 2012

thanks for your encouraging words. Indeed, the city is amazing and I always hope that my guests always return home feeling enriched after the walking tour. Ursula More

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