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| Cape Town is a city of geographical beauty,
cosmopolitan chic and a vibrant local community.
Here, at a glance, are the must-dos and
must-sees during your visit to the Mother City. |
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| The pride of all Capetonians and the city’s most
recognisable feature, Table Mountain, offers a
beautiful backdrop to the city, as well spectacular views from its
summit. Reach the top on foot with a day hike, or take
the easy option and catch the revolving Cable Car to
the top. |
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| Visit the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront for great
curio shopping and fine dining in a teeming maritime environment. Catch
a boat cruise to Robben Island from here, or enjoy fish and chips at a
harbourside pub. The amphitheatre often hosts live entertainment, and
the Waterfront is often host to a variety of craft shows and exhibitions
- watch the press for details. |
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| Sample some of the best wines in
the world, complemented by fine cuisine, and
picture-perfect country settings of mountains, valleys, lakes, and
historic architecture. You’ll struggle to find a better day trip on a
gorgeous summer’s day. |
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| Visit the tip of Africa, one of the greatest
landmarks in the world. Immerse yourself in the drama of a
rugged coastline, untouched, pristine sandy beaches
and hidden coves. |
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Cape Town boasts some of the most beautiful and
unspoilt beaches in the world - unusual for a city of this size. Some of
the best beaches on the Atlantic seaboard include Clifton first through
fourth beach, Camps Bay and Llandudno. On the
False Bay side, enjoy slightly less dramatic scenery but warmer
water. Top beaches for swimming on this side of the Peninsula include
Noordhoek, Muizenberg, Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek, and Simonstown.
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| This is the perfect location for a lazy
stroll and family picnic on a Sunday
afternoon. Set your picnic basket down on the vast lawns of these lovely
gardens, sheltered on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, while the
kids run wild. The indigenous gardens delight botanists and nature
lovers from around the world. |
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| Visit the former prison island of Robben Island, now
a living museum and conservation area
a mere 11 km off the coast from Cape Town. This island is also host to
the largest African Penguin colony in
the world. |
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The N2 highway, connecting Cape Town International airport with the
city, is lined with townships consisting of densely packed shacks and
buildings. During the turbulent days of the apartheid government, these
were no-go areas, but today a township experience is
becoming a must for the Cape Town visitor.
A guide, often a resident, will take you around to meet the locals and
experience colourful township life. You'll be shown community
projects, entrepreneurial businesses and
crèches, where children will entertain you with singing
and dancing. There is also the chance to have a drink and a game of pool
with the locals at one of the many shebeens - there's one on almost
every street block. |
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| A sunset cruise on a still summer’s
evening in perfect weather is an absolute must! Cape Town has
spectacular sunsets and to experience them at sea with Table Mountain as
a backdrop is a magical experience. Boat cruises regularly depart from
the Waterfront and Hout Bay. Day cruises are also
available, with excursions to Seal Island where you
will see thousands of seals, and possibly the great white sharks that
hunt them. |
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