There’s no denying it! Table Mountain is one of Cape Town’s most iconic treasures. She’s the calm giant that watches over the city, the proud Mother of the Mother City, and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
Table Mountain’s New Look, Global Nods, and Sky-High Celebrations
2025 – There’s no denying it! Table Mountain is one of Cape Town’s most iconic treasures. She’s the calm giant that watches over the city, the proud Mother of the Mother City, and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
And now, she’s giving visitors yet another reason to make the trip to the top. With new photo spots, global recognition, and even the perfect place to host your year-end celebration.
A New Frame for an Old Favourite
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway has just unveiled something truly special — a brand-new New 7 Wonder of Nature yellow frame right at the summit of Table Mountain, at the balcony of Shop at the Top.
If you’ve explored Cape Town before, you might have spotted the original series of yellow frames dotted around the city. These frames were first introduced during the World Design Capital 2014 project, celebrating Table Mountain’s official title as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature back in 2011.
So, what makes this new frame so special?
Unlike the other six, which show off Table Mountain from different parts of the city, this one lets you frame Cape Town from the top of the mountain itself. Don’t forget to snap your shot and share the view — tag @tablemountainca and @ctbig6 using #TableMountain and #CapeTownBig6 to show us your mountain moment!
Table Mountain Nominated for World Travel Awards 2025
There’s even more exciting news from one of Cape Town’s favourite landmarks! This year, both Table Mountain and the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway were nominated for top honours in the 2025 World Travel Awards. Voting has officially closed, and now all eyes are on the results.
The nominations were for:
World’s Leading Cable Car Ride 2025 – Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
World’s Leading Tourist Attraction 2025 – Table Mountain
It’s no secret how much this iconic mountain means to Cape Town and South Africa as a whole. From the breathtaking views to the sense of pride it inspires, Table Mountain is truly one of a kind. Now, with voting wrapped up, all we can do is keep our fingers crossed and hope to bring these awards home once again!
Celebrate Your 2025 Year-End Function on Top of Table Mountain
It’s that time of year when teams across Mzansi are planning their year-end celebrations, and what better place to raise a glass than on top of Table Mountain?
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway offers two stunning venues for your 2025 year-end functions, both with unbeatable views and warm Cape Town hospitality.
VISTA – Lower Station (R995 per person)
- Minimum 20 guests, up to 40 guests
- Table setup, décor & fresh flowers
- Welcome drink
- Plated starter, buffet main course & plated dessert
VIEWS – Top Station (R1495 per person)
- Minimum 20 guests, up to 40 guests
- Includes return Cableway tickets
- Table setup, décor & fresh flowers
- Welcome drink
- Plated starter, buffet main course & plated dessert
Packages are available until 30 December 2025.
Don’t leave it too late, secure your preferred date now and make this year’s celebration one to remember.
Email: functions@tablemountain.net
More to Celebrate?
This year, Table Mountain Cableway celebrated 96 years of creating unforgettable memories atop one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders. To mark the occasion, the Local is Lekker Special has been extended. But hurry, there are only a few days left to enjoy this locals-only offer, valid until 31 October.
And if you’re a summer baby, there’s even more to celebrate! South African citizens can enjoy a free return cableway ticket during their birthday month by presenting a valid South African ID, driver’s license, or birth certificate at the Ticket Office. What better way to honour 96 years of Table Mountain magic than by sharing it with the locals who call it home?
Summer Cableway Hours
1 – 30 November:
First car up: 08h00
Last car up: 19h00
Last car down: 20h00
1 December – 31 January:
First car up: 08h00
Last car up: 20h00
Last car down: 21h00
Ticket Prices
Adult (Return): R450 online | R490 ticket office
Child (4–17 years, Return): R225 online | R250 ticket office
SA Senior Citizen (any day): R130 return | R70 one-way
Student: R300 return | R180 one-way
Frame the Moment, Feel the Magic
From the brand-new yellow frame at the summit to the nominations in the World Travel Awards, there’s plenty to celebrate on and around this Cape Town icon. Chasing a view, a photo, or a party in the clouds? Table Mountain Cableway is ready to make your next visit unforgettable.
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ONE DESTINATION, SIX UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES
There is no one way to explore all of the Cape Town Big 6, and much of what makes each of them so special is the variety of things to see and do at each. So if possible, take your time to explore each of the city’s most visited tourist attractions in as much depth as possible – as any local will tell you, you can spend a lifetime at each of the Big 6 and still not tire of them. Find the 3 and 4 day itineraries and tips here.