As families across the Western Cape gear up for the mid-winter school holidays, keeping the kids entertained without breaking the bank is top of mind for many parents. Fortunately, City Sightseeing South Africa has just delivered a massive win for the family budget. The iconic red open-top buses have officially launched a limited-time “Local is Lekker” promotion, allowing children to explore the Mother City for just R65.
Valid from now until 23 September 2026, this special initiative slashes the standard children’s ticket price down from R195. The substantial saving is designed to make world-class local travel accessible to South African families during a time when household budgets are under pressure, encouraging locals to rediscover the magic in their own backyard.
Seamless School Holiday Planning
The promotional R65 1-Day Classic Kids’ Ticket is available exclusively to South African citizens for children and teens aged 4 to 17. To make the logistics effortless for parents, the offer is structured so that one paying adult can be accompanied by up to two children at this heavily discounted rate.
With more than 30 curated stops scattered across Cape Town, the hop-on, hop-off system acts as a stress-free transport network for a full day of holiday sightseeing. Families can board the double-decker fleet at major hubs, including the V&A Waterfront, and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the city while navigating the winter landscape.
Iconic Stops and Onboard Magic
The beauty of the hop-on, hop-off model is the absolute freedom it gives families to dictate their own holiday pace. Kids can disembark at world-famous landmarks or family-centric hotspots, including:
The Table Mountain Cableway: To catch snowy winter views from the summit.
The V&A Waterfront: Perfect for pairing with indoor holiday workshops or a visit to the aquarium.
The World of Birds in Hout Bay: Offering a massive outdoor wildlife escape for young animal lovers.
The entertainment begins the moment kids step onto the bus. The fleet features a dedicated, interactive onboard kids’ audio channel. This keeps young explorers thoroughly engaged between stops, teaching them about Cape Town’s rich cultural heritage and biodiversity through fun, age-appropriate storytelling.
“City Sightseeing is committed to making travel accessible and enjoyable for families,” says Lisa Nel of City Sightseeing South Africa. “Children can discover iconic landmarks and enjoy the freedom to hop on and off as they please. It’s all part of our Local is Lekker focus.”
Bundled Value for Big Families
For larger families looking to maximize their winter itinerary, City Sightseeing has also highlighted their comprehensive Winter SA Citizens Family Offer. Retailing at R780, this bundled package provides an all-in-one ticketing option for groups looking to cruise through the school holidays together.
The R65 kids’ tickets can be purchased seamlessly online, at any official City Sightseeing ticket office (such as the main hubs at the V&A Waterfront or Long Street), or directly from the driver when boarding the bus. For full details, route maps, and to lock in your holiday itinerary, visit www.citysightseeing.co.za.
