Children can visit Robben Island free until October 31
South African children aged 15 and under can visit Robben Island free of charge until the end of October 2026, allowing families to explore one of the country’s most significant heritage sites.
Dock at Robben Island Prison/By: 3dan3/iStock
The Robben Island Museum introduced the NextGen Heritage Free Pass to make the island’s history more accessible to younger visitors. Children qualify for free entry when accompanied by a paying adult.
According to IOL via Cape Times , the promotional offer runs from June 1 to October 31, 2026.
How the Robben Island free pass works
The offer is available for daily tour departures at 9am, 11am and 1pm during the promotional period.
Adult tickets cost R400 per person, while additional children are charged R210 each.
Families can book tickets through the official Robben Island Museum website .
A heritage experience for families
Robben Island is an important part of South Africa’s history, having served as a prison for political prisoners during apartheid. Among those imprisoned there was Nelson Mandela, who spent 18 years on the island.
The museum’s NextGen Heritage Free Pass aims to encourage children to engage with the country’s history while learning about the people and events that shaped its journey to democracy.
Visitors can explore the island’s historic sites and learn about its role in the struggle for freedom, while also experiencing its natural surroundings.
Families interested in taking advantage of the offer should book online before the promotion ends on October 31, 2026.
Source: IOL via Cape Times.
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