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The only way to get to Robben Island is by ferry, and this departs from the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town CBD. The ferry is included in the price of the ticket. The view from the ferry heading to Robben Island from Cape Town.
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Robben Island is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has served as a whaling station, a leper colony and most notably a political prison from the 17th to the 20th centuries, where former president Nelson Mandela spent 18 years of his 27-year incarceration. It takes its name from the Dutch word for seals (robben), which is why the Dutch/Afrikaans name ...
Named after South Africa’s former president, the triple-story Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island glass museum links the V&A Waterfront with the island. Located at the Clock Tower precinct of the Waterfront, visitors also board the passenger ferry to Robben Island from here.
Established by the Department of Arts and Culture in 1997, Robben Island Museum is a public entity responsible for conserving and marketing Robben Island as a World Heritage Site. The museum runs several educational programmes designed to conserve the attraction’s natural and cultural heritage. These include the maximum and medium security prison c...
Nelson Mandela Prison Cell: Former South African president Nelson Mandela’s prison cell on Robben Island is one of the most popular attractions on the island. Mandela was imprisoned on Robben Island for 18 of his 27 years in prison. Moturu Kramat: Moturu Kramat is a sacred Islamic shrine located on Robben Island. The Kramat is the tomb of Sheikh Ab...
A trip to Robben Island is only accessible aboard a ferry from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront. There are several different tour types, with the general tour being the most popular option. The ferry to the island departs from the V&A Waterfront 4 times a day from Monday to Sunday, with the first trip departing at 9AM. Other options...
Ferries depart from Nelson Mandela Gateway, Clock Tower Precinct at the V&A Waterfront. Visitors will disembark and re-embark at Murray’s Bay Harbour situated on the east coast of the Island ...
Compare your options: plane, train, bus, car, ferry, bike share, driving and walking directions all in one search. Take the ferry from Cape Town to Robben Island from R 209. Check timetables, prices and book your tickets with Rome2Rio.
- Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Cape Town and arriving at Murray's Bay. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The jo...
- The distance between Cape Town and Robben Island is 14 km.
- There are 2370+ hotels available in Robben Island. Prices start at R 850 per night. More details
Oct 3, 2024 · How to Get There: Navigating Your Journey to Robben Island. Visiting Robben Island involves a journey that starts from the vibrant V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. Ferry Options and Booking Details. Ferries to Robben Island depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront.
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The best way to get from Cape Town to Robben Island costs only $22 and takes just 30 mins. Find the travel options that best suit you.
Jun 26, 2019 · Find out how to visit Robben Island, the infamous political prison off Cape Town in South Africa. Includes island history, tour details and prices.
