Table Mountain Aerial Cableway in Table Mountain, Cape Town: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
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Iconic rotating cable car to the summit of Table Mountain, with panoramic views of Cape Town, Robben Island and the Atlantic seaboard.
What is Table Mountain Aerial Cableway?
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is a must-do Cape Town experience. The rotating cable car takes you to the summit in about five minutes, offering 360-degree views. At the top, there are easy paved walking paths, a café, a curio shop, and plenty of dassies (rock hyraxes) to spot. The cableway is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, with staff assistance for boarding. The weather can change quickly, and the cableway may close in high winds.
Table Mountain is part of the Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (4-17) | Toddler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | ZAR 420 | ZAR 210 | Free |
Adult tickets around R420 and children 4-17 around R210, with under-4s free. Prices vary by season; book online for fast-track. Confirm on the official website.
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💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Check the weather The cableway closes in high winds
- Book online Avoid ticket queues
- Go early or late Quieter and better light
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | Stroller accessible; hold hands on paths |
| 3-5 years | Great | Cable car ride and dassies |
| 6-9 years | Great | Easy walks and views |
| 10-12 years | Great | Full summit experience |
| 13+ years | Great | Hiking trails from summit |
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Key details
- Address
- Tafelberg Road, Cape Town, 8001, Cape Town
- Opening hours
- Daily, weather dependent (check website) Closed now
- How long to plan
- 2 to 3 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Book online for fast track; check weather before travelling
- Payment accepted
- Card and mobile money at the ticket office
- Phone
- +27 21 424 0015
What to expect when you visit
Buy tickets online and take the rotating cable car to the summit. The ride is smooth and takes about five minutes. At the top, walk the Dassie Walk for easy views, spot the dassies, and enjoy a coffee at the café. Allow 2-3 hours. The cableway closes in high winds or poor visibility.
What if...?
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Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes, with staff assistance for boarding.
What if the weather is bad?
The cableway closes in high winds; check the website.
How long is the ride?
About five minutes.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Safety notes
Hold children's hands on the summit paths, stay behind barriers at viewpoints and do not feed the dassies.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Café and curio shop at summit
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Kirstenbosch
- V&A Waterfront
- Signal Hill
- What to bring
- Warm layer
- camera
- closed shoes
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Table Mountain Aerial Cableway?
- Adults pay ZAR 420 and children (ages 4-17) pay ZAR 210. Children under the toddler age enter free. Adult tickets around R420 and children 4-17 around R210, with under-4s free. Prices vary by season; book online for fast-track. Confirm on the official website.
- What are the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway opening hours?
- Daily, weather dependent (check website).
- How long do you need at Table Mountain Aerial Cableway?
- Plan for 2 to 3 hours.
- What payment methods does Table Mountain Aerial Cableway accept?
- Table Mountain Aerial Cableway accepts Card and mobile money at the ticket office. It does not accept cash.
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