How much is the cable car in Cape Town?
Ticket prices
| Ticket Type | Time | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Morning: Adults | 8am – 1pm | R380 |
| Morning: Kids (4 – 17 years) | 8am – 1pm | R190 |
| Afternoon: Adults | 1pm – until close | R300 |
| Afternoon: Kids (4 – 17 years) | 1pm – until close | R150 |
How long is the cable car up Table Mountain?
The ride is a gentle one, the rotating state-of-the-art cable car taking visitors from the lower station to the top in around 5 minutes. It operates seven days a week and trips occur within 10 to 15 minutes of each other.
How does Table Mountain cable car work?
The Aerial Cableway rotates 360 degrees in all directions to view Table Mountain from above the hiking trails. Most people speculate that the cable car is closed part of the year due to annual maintenance, but no-one knows why always closed during that time.
What time does the last cable car go up Table Mountain?
The cableway is open every day of the year, including all public holidays. It also runs on extended hours in peak season. From 16 December 2020 until 31 January 2021 it operates from 8am (first car up) to 9.30pm (last car down).
How much does it cost to ride the cable car?
As of January 1, 2020, riding a cable car costs $8 for a single ride, except for seniors riding before 7am or after 9pm when the fare is $4.
Who owns the cable car?
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
San Francisco cable car system
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Owner | San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency |
| Area served | Chinatown, Embarcadero, Financial District, Fisherman’s Wharf, Nob Hill, North Beach, Russian Hill, Union Square |
| Locale | San Francisco |
| Transit type | Cable car |
How did they build Table Mountain cable car?
It was built with steel and wood. Till this day it offers a safe and easy way to ascend the mountain in under 10 minutes. The cable car could carry 19 passengers and a conductor. With the easy access to the famous flat-topped summit, Table Mountain became one of Cape Town’s first major tourist attractions.
Is hiking up Table Mountain free?
Hiking the Table Mountain National Park is mostly free with the exception of some areas where conservation fees are to be paid like the Kirstenbosch Garden, Cape Point or Boulders.
What is free on your birthday in Cape Town?
Free birthday treats nationwide
- Go nuts for donuts!
- Catch a movie at Ster-Kinekor.
- Be king of the cable car.
- Ride the Cape Wheel.
- Watch your favourite movie under the stars.
- Cheers with a cold one!
- Free city sightseeing tour for kids (Rosebank)
- Free Harties cable car ride.
Where can I eat for free on my birthday in South Africa?
Celebrate your birthday in South Africa the right way!
- Pizza e Vino. What’s a great birthday without pizza?
- Vida e Caffé Start your birthday off with a caffeine boost!
- Sorbet. Get a beauty spoil to feel fabulous on your special day.
- Krispy Kreme.
- Ster-Kinekor or Nu Metro.
- Cape Town Fish Market.
- Mike’s Kitchen.
- Starbucks.
Where can I get free stuff on my birthday South Africa 2021?
9 things you can get for free on your birthday
- Free coffee – Vida e Caffé
- Free movie tickets – Ster Kinekor and Nu Metro.
- Free R50 voucher – Body Shop.
- Free ticket – Ratanga Junction.
- Free R100 voucher – Cape Town Fish Market.
- Free Cable car trip – Table Mountain.
- Free meal – JC Brasserie and Pub.
- Free meal – Knife restaurant.
