Explore One of the new natural wonders of the world
Rising up as a surreal backdrop to all of Cape Town is the extraordinary Table Mountain, and the state of the art Table Mountain Aerial Cableway will whisk you to the top in a picturesque 5-minute ride. Table Mountain is among the most popular attractions in the world, and it is no surprise that it holds the title as one of the New7Wonders of Nature. And while it’s impressive from pretty much anywhere in the City Bowl, including other Big 6 locations of the V&A Waterfront and Robben Island, it’s not until you soar to the top in an exhilarating ride on the cable car, with its rotating floor, that you can truly appreciate its stature, and the incredible city of Cape Town that bustles far below.
TEN67 EATERY
TEN67 Eatery, located at the top of Table Mountain, offers a mouthwatering menu which caters to the whole family. Enjoy a variety of breakfast options, burgers, pizza, footlong rolls, bagels, sandwiches as well as a selection of grab and go meals. Indulge in our delectable cakes, pastries and illy coffee. Meals can be topped off with a range of hot and cold beverages.
VIEWS BY DE GRENDEL
Join us at VIEWS by De Grendel, located in the Top Station building, for a selection of fine wines. Also on offer is a scrumptious a la carte menu items as well as pastries, free Wi-Fi and endless views of Cape Town. A variety of hot and cold beverages is also on offer at VIEWS by De Grendel wine bar. Make VIEWS by De Grendel your office for the day or celebrate a special occasion in our VIP room.
KLOUD BAR
The KLOUD Bar, located on the Twelve Apostles Terrace, allows you to grab a drink whilst admiring spectacular views. With Aperol on tap (the only bar in the world where Aperol is served on tap), a variety of beers and spirits, a selection of cocktail drinks, wine by the glass, soft drinks, and snacks, you don’t even have to take your eyes off the incredible surrounding views while enjoying KLOUD Bar’s offering.
TAP Bar
Located at the Lower Station, TAP Bar is a trendy bar with stunning views of the Cape Town City Bowl. This establishment boasts a full range of Newlands Brewery beers, but also caters to visitors who enjoy wine, spirits, and other beverages. TAP Bar is not only for Cableway visitors but also welcomes anyone in Cape Town who wants to unwind while enjoying breathtaking views, food, and drinks. If you would like a meal to accompany your beverage, this watering hole offers patrons a delectable menu with local favourites such as a mini BBQ steak gatsbys as well as a selection of burgers, salads and pasta.
All food prepared and served from our Table Mountain production kitchen is halaal friendly. Table Mountain food outlets are all Crescent rated.
TABLE MOUNTAIN CAFE
The Table Mountain Café, the restaurant at the top, is open for breakfast, lunch and refreshments. Menu items include a variety of pizza slices and a scrumptious buffet that showcases traditional South African cuisine. A selection of light meals is also available. Meals may be complemented with a selection of fine wines. The coffee bar offers a wide variety of pastries and speciality teas and coffees.
WIFI LOUNGE
Whether you’re a first-time visitor to the Cableway or a regular, the Wi-Fi Lounge offers all visitors to the summit a chance to recharge and refuel. Enjoy the views from the balcony, and grab a delicious snack and beverage while you unwind in this weather adapting space (our state of the art aircon warms up the space in winter and is cool refuge in summer).
Charge your mobile device and share your Table Mountain snaps with family and friends. Make the Wi-Fi Lounge your office for the day or celebrate a special occasion in our VIP room.
TERRACE BAR
The Terrace Bar, located on the Twelve Apostles Terrace, is the new place to be.
With beer on tap, wine by the glass, soft drinks and snacks all available inside, you don’t even have to take your eyes off the incredible surrounding views.
TABLE MOUNTAIN KIOSK
The Table Mountain Kiosk is situated at the base of Table Mountain at the Lower Cable Station, and on offer is a range of snacks, refreshments and light meals to keep you stocked up for your trip up the mountain. It also serves as the most convenient location at which to purchase supplies should you be attempting the hike up Table Mountain via Platteklip Gorge.
SHOP AT THE TOP
The Shop at the Top is located in the old stone building above the Twelve Apostles terrace. They offer a wide variety of souvenirs and gifts to remember your time on the mountain. The Shop also stocks a wide range of kiddies clothing, books and toys, as well as essentials and more practical items such as sunblock, lip balm, caps, beanies, batteries and disposable cameras.
LOCALLY SOURCED
The Cableway supports local communities by sourcing more than 95% of retail items from local suppliers. We source retail products from, amongst other, Posse Clothing and its sister company Skhona, Rootz Creation and Synergy Frontiers.
SHOP AT TABLE MOUNTAIN
A visit to Table Mountain will not be complete without a visit to one of its four shops: the Shop at the Top and the Little Shop at the Top (both located at the Top Station), and the Exit Shop and Visitor Centre, both located at the Lower Station. Great news is that we recently launched our online store, https://tablemountainshop.net/
The Shop at the Top, the main store, is located in the old stone building, a national heritage building, previously the Tea Room, at the top of Table Mountain. This shop offers a wide range of uniquely branded merchandise such as t-shirts, jackets, hats, water bottles, mugs, fridge magnets, and cuddly toys such as dassies.
Visit the Little Shop at the Top for all essentials such as sunblock, lip balm, etc. and large selection of caps and hats.
For last-minute purchases, take a few minutes to browse through our Exit Shop.
The Visitor Centre is located at the Lower Station, below Tap Bar. This outlet provides visitor information as well as a limited range of merchandise.
At all Table Mountain Cableway stores you will find 97% locally sourced merchandise that showcase local arts & crafts.
CABLEWAY RATES
Cableway Rates (in South African Rand) valid from 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025::
ONLINE
Buy Cableway tickets online via Webtickets and save:
All Day tickets: Adult Return (08h00-close): Return R430 | One Way R280
Afternoon tickets: Adult Return (13h00-close): Return R370 | One Way R280
All Day tickets: Child Return 4-17 years of age (08h00-close): Return R215 | One Way R150
Afternoon tickets: Child Return 4-17 years of age (13h00-close): Return R185 | One Way R150
TICKET OFFICE & SELF-SERVICE TICKET KIOSK
Adult Return (08h00-close): Return R490 | One Way R280
Adult Return (13h00-close): Return R420 | One Way R280
Return 4-17 years of age (08h00-close): Return R245 | One Way R150
Return 4-17 years of age (13h00 till close): Return R210 | One Way R170
CONCESSION RATES
SA Senior Citizen: Return R 130 | One Way R70
Valid on 7 days a week only at the Ticket Office
Student: Return R280 | One Way R170
Valid 7 days a week at the Ticket Office and Online
FAST TRACK (skip the queue): Return R995 | One Way R650
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Co (Pty) Ltd. reserves the right to change ticket prices and operating times without prior notice.
SA Senior Citizen: South African senior citizens over 60 years with valid ID.
Student: Local & international students producing a valid student card.
Toddlers: Children 3 years and under travel free of charge.
Child: Children aged 4 – 17 years
GETTING TO TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY
The Lower Cable Station is situated on Tafelberg Road, approximately fifteen-minutes from the Cape Town city centre. There are a number of quick and easy ways to reach the Cableway, be it by car, MyCiti bus, Uber, or metre taxi. If arriving in your own vehicle, keep an eye out for the signs throughout the city pointing you in the direction of Table Mountain Cableway – it is clearly marked from all major directions.
PARK AND RIDE
Park your vehicle at the free parking area on the corner of Kloof Nek and Tafelberg Roads, and catch the FREE MyCiTi Shuttle to the Lower Cableway Station. Table Mountain Cableway is sponsoring your ride, so there is no need for a myconnect card.
Uber, and most taxi companies, will be happy to take you to the Lower Cable station. If using a regular metre taxi, ensure that you reach an agreed rate that is fair and in line with the average rate per kilometre.
The Citysightseeing busses also service Table Mountain on their Red route as part of their hop-on hop-off tours of Cape Town – for more information on their route, schedules and rates, visit their website.
Read the Big 6 guide to Getting Around for more suggestions on Cape Town transport.
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Tel: +27 (0)21 424 0015
Email: info@tablemountain.net
INFORMATION LINE
Tel: +27 (0)21 424 8181
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Metro Rescue Services: (021) 937 0300 | Cape Town Emergency Services: (021) 480 7700
Table Mountain Cableway hours are weather dependent.
Please visit the Table Mountain Cableway website for the latest updates.
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