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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway

Tafelberg Road | Lower Cable Station, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
021-424-8181
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Type: Trams
Activities: Watching sunrise/sunset
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Description: Cape Town Mountain’s cable cars are a popular way to see some panoramic views.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Lockers / storage, Activities for older children
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Moreno Valley, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Traveling to the top of Table Mountain was only overshadowed by the beauty of the surrounding views once you reach the top of the mountain. The ride was smooth, secure, and extremely pleasant. I thought it would be a little frightening, but the entire experience was just one awesome moment after another.

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Schuttrange, Luxembourg
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

You definately need to buy your tickets on internet in advance,but still then you have to queue for at least an hour, an hour a half.Some people are queuing, others are not and just walk past you. There is nobody checking the queues, so people complain, and sometimes even get aggressive.The cable car ride itself was super! The views are... More

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Whats there to dislike? speedy trip - amazing views and humorous operator. I thought it was cheap at twice the price.

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Wellington, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Great facilities, spectacular view. The cafeteria at the top is not great and would have liked to have a really nice meal up there like at Two Oceans at the Point. We took the Hop on Hop off bus which is best if you don`t want to hike from your parking spot. Avoid the rush at around 11:00 - when... More

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Wexford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

The staff made sure that I was we'll catered for in the aerial gondola. My wife had to keep her eyes closed throughout the 4 minute journey but even she admitted that the views from the top were well worth the journey up.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

What better way to see the city and mountain from one view point. With the new cable car that rotates and gives you the perfect vantage point for pictures. They even have sundowner specials from time to time which are well worth it.

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Temecula, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

The tram rotates as you ascend and descend so you can see everything. While it is was warm at the bottom of the tram it was very cold at the top, so be sure to take a jacket. The views of the harbor are wonderful.

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Doha, Qatar
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

Just a little queue in the morning, we waited approximately 20-30 minutes before boarding the cable car. The ride take maybe 5 minutes if not less. Pretty crowded and everyone is trying to get a place next to the window. 105 rands one way. If you change your mind and wanna take it to the way down too, you might... More

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Glendale, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

It rotates so you can see the view from any location in the car. Certainly an easy way to the top and the views are fantastic!

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Oshkosh, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013 NEW

A most enjoyable and scenic trip in the rotating Gondola. I would recommend this way to the top! The price is modest and the view is phenomenal.

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