How do you get around Cape Town without a car?

How to get around Cape Town without a car?
  1. Uber. Probably one of the easiest ways to get around in Cape Town is by Uber. ...
  2. Meter taxi. Various fleets of metered taxis are available in Cape Town and fall under the jurisdiction of the city. ...
  3. Minibus taxis. ...
  4. By Bicycle. ...
  5. MyCiTi bus. ...
  6. City Sightseeing double-decker bus.




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At the minibus taxi rank, they usually only leave when they are full. Travelling through Cape Town by bike is an easy and fast way to move around. There are multiple places where you can rent good quality city bikes. Most bike rental places give you the flexibility to book a bike for a few hours, a full day or a week.

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CAB OR TAXI Visitors to Cape Town can make use of metered taxi cabs or ride-sharing services like Uber which are easy to find near the airport or major attractions in and around the city. Both options offer convenient transportation around the city to get to and from popular tourist destinations.

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Though most Capetonians drive everywhere, Cape Town is an extremely walkable city.

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Uber is a popular option, but you may prefer an UberX to the cheaper Uber Go options, which are sometimes odorous and barely roadworthy. Taxis wait around the city center, including hotels and backpacker hostels, although fares are likely to be higher from popular tourist spots such as the V&A Waterfront.

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View All Trips. Exploring a handful of the the city's highlights in one or two days is possible, but one week should be the minimum length of stay to get the most out of Cape Town. It's important to remember that what to do each day depends on several factors: seasonal events, personal interests and the weather.

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Taxis are an extremely efficient means of navigating Cape Town, but their convenience will cost you. Rates are about 10 to 11 ZAR per kilometer (roughly $1.50 USD per mile) depending on the cab company. Also, don't expect to hail a cab directly from the street.

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Drive with doors locked and windows closed. Always carry a copy of your U.S. passport and visa (if applicable). Keep original documents in a secure location. Conserve water and follow local guidance on water use for tourists and Save Like a Local.

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Many use it for their daily commute to and from work because it's cheaper and can reduce the amount of time spent in traffic. Research shows that intra-city buses like MyCiTi and Golden Arrow Bus Services in Cape Town are as safe as rail.

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Cape Town is one of the most appealing destinations for solo travelers and those who favor a nomadic lifestyle. Traveling alone in Cape Town is relatively safe, provided you take basic precautions. Going in a group when you move around the city reduces your chances of being attacked or robbed.

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The good news is that Ubers are safe and inexpensive. Drivers tend to have thousands of five-star reviews, so you can be sure you're in good hands. For additional safety, you can ask your driver to give you a pin so you can be sure you're getting into the right car.

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If you are asked by the security to identify yourself, you can show them your Uber Partner app. The security are only doing their job and require your assistance to keep the airport safe, and to ensure Uber partners are always welcome to operate from there.

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