Cape Town landmarks are mixed with hidden gems in this walking tour, led by myself, Kate Crane Briggs. History comes alive. We visit briefly the flower sellers on Trafalgar Place, old General Post Office, Adderley Street, Greenmarket Square and Long Street. I point out Grand Parade, City Hall, Company’s Garden, Parliament, Groote Kerk and the...
Authentic, working wine farm with a long and fascinating history come to life with our tour by Dr Rijk Melck, who with his family own Muratie. Each wine is named after a person who has played a role in its long history. Recently this was the Johanna Davids rosé; she has lived on the farm since...
Curator Dr Rayda Becker's much awaited tour of Groote Schuur. Cecil John Rhodes commissioned the young architect Herbert Baker to design a Cape Dutch Revival style home and office for him, as well as a place for entertaining in style. In his will, Rhodes bequeathed Groote Schuur to the Cape colony. 80% of the house’s...
A good one for South Africa's Heritage Month. Classic must-sees are mixed with hidden gems. Repurposed historic buildings, architectural landmarks, hidden away art spaces, new developments...we'll see the good, bad, ugly and beautiful. I point out places of significance and interest. We visit briefly the flower market, old Main Post Office, A4 Foundation, House Union Block,...
Curator Dr Rayda Becker's much awaited tour of Groote Schuur. Cecil John Rhodes commissioned the young architect Herbert Baker to design a Cape Dutch Revival style home and office for him, as well as a place for entertaining in style. In his will, Rhodes bequeathed Groote Schuur to the Cape colony. 80% of the house’s...
With over 100 murals, Salt River is the place to be if you like street art. The variety is huge - gigantic, tiny, political, pretty, old and new. This tour is a hit, whatever your age or art taste. Home to the annual International Public Art Festival for five years 2017-2021 (I am one of...
South Africa’s first skyscrapers to detailing in shop and office facades, our popular Art Deco walk is back. Our short route includes St Georges Mall, Greenmarket Square, Wale and Burg Streets. Dr André van Graan is the expert on Art Deco in South Africa. A trained architect, active in heritage and former university lecturer in...
