Owen Damons
Reg No: WC16025
Cape Town
History, Wine, City siteseeing, Diamond Works City tour
English, Afrikaans
Specialisations
About Me
Hi, I am Owen and I am your lisenced tour guide. I do walking tours around the city and V&A Waterfront. I look forward to seeing your in Cape Town touring with me.
Standard Tours
3-Hour V & A Waterfront Tour in Cape TownWalking Tour in Cape Town
3-Hour Cape Town Harbor Heritage Walk Spend your Saturday afternoon exploring the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Discover hidden stories of convict labor, maritime history, and the construction of the working harbor. Visit landmarks such as the Breakwater, Jetty One Museum, Clock Tower, and Nobel Square. Learn about the fishing and agricultural industries that shaped the city. Enjoy views of the harbor, explore the Museum of Contemporary African Art at The Silo, and experience Cape Town’s rich heritage on this engaging tour. Highlights Explore the history of the Breakwater, Treadmill, and Jetty One Museum Learn about Cape Town’s maritime, fishing, and agricultural industries Visit Nobel Square, Clock Tower, and The Silo Museum of Contemporary African Art Enjoy a guided walk through the historic waterfront with stories of convict labour and harbor construction Itinerary Meeting point at Protea Breakwater Lodge, Portswood Road. Explore the former Industrial Breakwater Prison. See the Treadmill, a 19th-century punishment for convict labor, and view the original prison walls from 1860. Visit the Time Ball for mariner’s timekeeping of navigation instruments and chronometers. Walk through the Tunnel where stones were brought to create the first breakwater. Witness the Breakwater where Prince Alfred ceremoniously threw the foundation stones. Explore Jetty One Museum, the original jetty used to transport prisoners to Robben Island. Visit the Union Castle Building, the main shipping line for mail and vacationers. See Nobel Square, a memorial to South Africa’s four Nobel Peace Prize winners. Discover Robinson Dry Dock and the creation of the harbor basins. Visit the Clock Tower, the original office of the harbor master. Learn about the Fishing Industry at the Cape. Explore Synchrolift, the modern dry dock. Visit The Silo, highlighting the history of the agricultural industry and today’s Museum of Contemporary African Art. Walk through Makers Landing, including Duncan Dock for container ships and the cruise terminal. What's Included Private guide What's Excluded Other: Personal expenses. Food Drinks Snacks Tickets Private Transportation Private Transportation With Driver Public Transportation Accommodation Tastings Equipment Classes Workshop Services
3-Hour Diamond Works shopping experience and City Walking
3-Hour Diamond Works shopping experience and City Walking Highlights Explore Cape Town’s historic landmarks and vibrant Greenmarket Square Experience virtual and augmented reality at Diamond Works including the Kimberley Mine and Elizabeth Taylor Necklace Design your own jewellery piece alongside third generation master goldsmiths Enjoy Deetlefs White Pinotage and Afrikoa Chocolate Tastings celebrating South African craftsmanship 3 Hours: Diamond Works Tour Begin your tour at Greenmarket Square, one of Cape Town’s oldest and most vibrant landmarks. Discover the city’s fascinating history as you pass memorials, churches, Strand Street, Cape Town Station, Golden Acre, and the lively flower market. Enjoy the sights and sounds of local markets, food stalls, and scenic corners of the historic city centre at a comfortable walking pace. Arrive at Diamond Works Cape Town, located in the heart of the city, and embark on an immersive journey through the world of diamonds. Experience the Virtual Reality of the Kimberley Mine and explore the Augmented Reality of the Elizabeth Taylor Diamond Necklace. Take part in a Custom Jewellery Design Experience, working with Russell and Nathan Lavigre, third-generation master goldsmiths, to create your own design. Join an Exclusive Jewellery Making Workshop, guided by skilled goldsmiths, to learn about the craftsmanship and metals used in jewellery making. Conclude your experience with Deetlefs White Pinotage and Afrikoa Chocolate Tastings, celebrating South African flavour and heritage. What's Included Complimentary map of the historic city centre with a historical timeline of Cape Town on the reverse Private guide What's Excluded Personal expenses Private transportation (vehicle and driver available on request at additional cost) Food drinks and snacks Public transportation Accommodation Tastings Equipment Classes workshop Services Know Before You Go You can request a different meeting location such as your hotel during the checkout process. What To Bring Comfortable walking shoes Jacket depending on weather conditions Sunhat depending on weather conditions Meeting Point St George's Cathedral, Wale Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, South Africa
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