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Cape Town Audio Tour: Echoes of Empire and Icons

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A cannon once echoed across Cape Town where stone walls have guarded secrets for centuries. Beneath the city’s sunlit streets waits a tangled history of rebellion, faith, and intrigue. This self-guided audio tour unlocks a trail of untold stories in Cape Town’s storied heart—from the echoes of ancient battlements to the shadows of South Africa’s political stage. Find the places most visitors never pause to see. Who plotted escape beneath the Castle of Good Hope’s ramparts with guards all around? What whispers have drifted through the Parliament’s marble halls during midnight votes? Why does the Gardens Shul hold a key hidden in plain sight? Follow a path of discovery through triumphs and scandals, through sacred halls and battle-scarred forts. At every turn, Cape Town’s living past invites you onward to witness its hidden drama. Turn the corner. Step inside the mystery. Begin your journey into Cape Town’s secrets now.

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About this tour

  • schedule
    Duration 70–90 minsGo at your own pace
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    3.8 km walking routeFollow the guided path
  • headphones
    Audio guide1+ languages available
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    Works offlineDownload once, use anywhere
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    Lifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
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    Starts at Castle of Good Hope

Stops on this tour

Castle of Good Hope
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Castle of Good Hope17th-century bastion fort in Cape Town, South Africanheadphones 04:32
Cape Town
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Cape TownLegislative capital of South Africaheadphones 04:44
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Adderley StreetMajor street in CBD of Cape Town, South Africaheadphones 04:46
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Koopmans-de Wet HouseHistoric site, Museum in Cape Town, South Africaheadphones 04:33
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South African Sendinggestig MuseumChurch Museum in Long Street, Cape Townheadphones 04:40
Long Street (Cape Town)
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Long Street (Cape Town)Historic street in Cape Townheadphones 01:34

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the tour?

After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.

Do I need internet during the tour?

No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.

Is this a guided group tour?

No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.

How long does the tour take?

Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.

What if I can't finish the tour today?

No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.

What languages are available?

All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.

Where do I access the tour after purchase?

Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.

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