Your ultimate guide to the Springboks vs Wallabies test match in Cape Town

As the nation awaits the second test match between the Springboks and Wallabies this weekend in Cape Town, IOL has compiled a guide on how to get to the DHL Stadium on game day. 

This game is the first test match between the rugby rivals in Cape Town since 2014. 

The City of Cape Town has announced its free Park and Ride service for the game on Saturday, August 23, for the Castle Lager Rugby Championship. 

The gates to the stadium will open at 12pm. 

The City of Cape Town will also be availing MyCiTi shuttle for free that will start operating from 11.30am from the Bellville Velodrome, Century City, the CTICC, Thibault Square, and the Civic Centre and return services will operate until 9.30pm. 

Mayoral committee member for safety and security, Alderman JP Smith said around 55,000 spectators are expected for Saturday’s game. 

“We know that game days mean heavy traffic and congestion on our roads, especially with around 55 000 spectators expected at DHL Stadium. That’s why the City has worked with the event organisers to expand transport options that reduce congestion and get fans to the stadium safely. 

“We encourage everyone to use the Park-and-Ride system and dedicated shuttle services, which offer a convenient, reliable, and traffic-beating way to enjoy the game without the stress of driving. We are also ensuring that our Safety and Security personnel are out and about to ensure people are able to get to the stadium, enjoy the gam,e and return home safely,” Smith said.

These are the road closures in place: 

Park and Ride Facilities:

The City said it will be making its parking lot at the Civic Centre available to ticket holders from 11.30am on a first-come, first-served basis. Entry is via Hertzog Boulevard (incoming) and Civic Road. Spectators who park at the Civic Centre can then take the MyCiTi bus from the Civic Centre station.

Fans can also take a bus from the Century City Steelbridge e-Parking, off Century Boulevard, from 11.30am.

Limited free parking bays are available for ticket holders on a first-come, first-served basis. The area will be monitored by security; however, parking is at the owner’s risk. Paid parking is also available at the mall.

In Bellville, the MyCiTi shuttle will operate from the Bellville Velodrome, where parking will be available for spectators. The Park and Ride will start from 11.30am pre-game and operate until 9.30pm after the game. 

At the CTICC, the shuttle will operate from the City Sightseeing bus stop near Entrance 3 on Walter Sisulu Avenue.

For those using the bus from the CTICC or the Civic Centre, on-street parking is free in the central business district (CBD) from 1pm.

Paid parking will be available at the Parkalot on Jack Craig Street and at the Harbour Arch on Harbour Arch Boulevard.A designated e-hailing drop-off and pick-up area will be located at P13 on Green Point Main Road, between York Road and Wigtown Road.

Metrorail will be running additional trains to Cape Town Station from all its operating lines. Trains will operate between 11am and 10pm at a cost of R20 for a return ticket.

Spectators can then hop on a free MyCiTi at the Civic Centre and Thibault Square or take the FanWalk to the Green Point Precinct. 

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