Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway provides easy access to the top of Table Mountain to approximately 800 000 people every year.
The purpose of riding in the cableway is to reach the top of Table Mountain, but the trip up is an outing all on its own. You are gently transported both up and down the mountain without a fuss, and the journey takes just over 5 minutes.
During your trip, you can enjoy 360 degree views of the Cape Peninsula.
Once you get to the top of the mountain, there is a lot to see and do - see "Table Mountain National Park" for more information.
The cableway operates 7 days a week and trips leave every 10 - 15 minutes.
First up 08h00, last up 17h30, last down 18h30 - 21h30 (depending on the time of year)
Please note: The cableway will be closed from Monday 27 July 2015 to Sunday 9 August 2015 for annual maintenance.
5 interesting facts about the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway in Cape Town:
1. Historic Milestone: The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway was first opened on October 4, 1929, making it one of the oldest cableways in the world. It has since undergone several upgrades to enhance safety and improve the visitor experience.
2. Rotating Cable Cars: The cableway's modern cars, introduced in 1997, feature rotating floors that provide passengers with a 360-degree view of the ascent and descent, ensuring everyone gets a spectacular panoramic view of the city and the mountain.
3. Impressive Capacity: Each cable car can carry up to 65 passengers, significantly increasing the number of visitors who can travel to the summit of Table Mountain. The journey takes about 5 minutes, covering a vertical distance of 765 meters.
4. Environmental Commitment: The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is committed to sustainability and has been certified as carbon-neutral. It employs various eco-friendly practices, such as recycling waste and using solar power for its operations.
5. Visitor Numbers: The cableway is incredibly popular, having transported over 29 million visitors to the top of Table Mountain since its inception. It attracts tourists from all over the world, contributing significantly to Cape Town's tourism industry.
Getting to the mountain:
Parking can sometimes be hard to find on busy days, and you can end up more than 1km away. The Cableway can be reached by public transport: the Cape Town Integrated Rapid Transit system, MyCiTi stops at the top of Kloof Nek Road and a convenient Shuttle service takes visitors to the Lower Cable Station. A number of Route options take visitors to the Kloof Nek Road stop. Another great way to get to the mountain is with the City Sightseeing's Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, a service that runs every 20 minutes and does an 80 minute round trip, stopping at a number of tourist attractions. You can also purchase your Cable Car Tickets directly from the City Sightseeing Bus drivers.
Contact:
Tel (weather): +27 (0)21 424 8181
Tel (general): +27 (0)21 424 0015
Address: Lower Cable Station, Tafelberg Road, Cape Town
Accommodation Near Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
5 Camp Street
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Cape Town
1.6km from Table Mountain Aerial Cableway5 Camp Street provides self catering accommodation in Gardens, Cape Town City Bowl. Ideally situated in the central, trendy and historic suburb of Gardens, on the lower slopes of Table Mountain. Within easy walking distance of Kloof Street... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Liberty Lodge
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Cape Town
1.6km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayLiberty Lodge provides guests with bed and breakfast accommodation in Tamboerskloof, Gardens, Cape Town City Bowl. Over the years, this classic Cape Town bed & breakfast has earned an enviable reputation for relaxed and genuine hospitality. Originally a V …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Aview
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Camps Bay, Cape Town
2.2km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayThis striking luxury villa offers unobstructed views of both the mountain & Camps Bay. It is close to the beach, restaurants, clubs, bars, Cape Town, V&A Waterfront, Golf courses & wine routes. The pool, Jacuzzi & gamesroom are big hits with guests! …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
7A Clifton Steps
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Clifton, Cape Town
2.6km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayA beautifully appointed garden self-catering 2 bedroom apartment on Clifton Steps. Ideally situated - just a short taxi ride from Camps Bay to one side and to the other side, all that the Mother City has to offer. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
3 On Camps Bay Boutique Hotel
Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Camps Bay, Cape Town
2.6km from Table Mountain Aerial Cableway3 on Camps Bay is a luxury 16 bedroom Guesthouse in the up-market and trendy Camps Bay, Cape Town. Located in a cul-de-sac overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, 3 On Camps Bay offers a quiet retreat where you can vacation in the utmost luxury and pamper. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Grande Kloof Boutique Hotel
Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Cape Town
3.1km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayThe Grande Kloof is a privately owned and operated accommodation establishment offering both Bed & Breakfast and Self Catering options in a great holiday location within the upmarket residential area of Fresnaye, on the Atlantic Seaboard in Cape Town... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Barry Hall Apartments
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Fresnaye
3.3km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayBarry Hall is located in the leafy suburb of Fresnaye on the Atlantic Seaboard. The 4 large apartments and garden cottage are offer free Wi-Fi as well as friendly daily service, weekdays leaves you free to enjoy Cape Town and all its beauty. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Green Point Self Catering Studio
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Green Point, Cape Town
3.9km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayGreen Point Self Catering Studio provides visitors with self catering accommodation in Green Point, Cape Town City Bowl. We offer 2 self catering studios. Green Point Self Catering Studio 1 (sleeps max two) is a tastefully renovated self-catering studio.. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Beach Villa
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Mouille Point
4.9km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayBeach Villa apartment provides self catering accommodation in Mouille Point, Cape Town City Bowl. Beach Villa, is a spacious two bedroomed self catering apartment with stunning sea and mountain views and within walking distance to the Mouille Point beach …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Fernwood Manor
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Newlands, Cape Town
5.3km from Table Mountain Aerial CablewayFernwood Manor is an elegant colonial style home in the leafy suburb of Newlands surrounded by lush greenery with wonderful mountain views. Our exclusive guest house, catering for no more than 16 guests, ensures warm friendly personal service... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
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