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Tours & day trips
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Big Five Game Safari with Lunch
Private & custom tours
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Robben Island Tour; Pickup, Drop-off; Guided Tour Historic Prison
Water activities
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Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
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Cape Town: 2 Oceans Helicopter Flight with Boat Tour Ticket
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Cape Town: Private Guided Tour of Cape Town Diamond Museum
What to do in Cape Town
Popular places to visit
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
Table Mountain
One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.
Boulders Beach
Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Cape of Good Hope
Experience the stunning scenery and a wealth of native wildlife at what is almost Africa’s most southerly point.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Two Oceans Aquarium
With sharks, rays, tropical fish and forests of kelp, this aquatic attraction provides deep insights into life under the ocean waves.
Cape Point
Experience an end-of-the-world sensation while discovering dramatic landscapes and spotting myriad bird species at Africa’s most southwesterly point.
Areas of Cape Town
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Cape Town Cruise Terminal might round out your trip.
Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Somerset West
Get to know Somerset West and its many features like its seaside views and seafood restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Lourensford Wine Estate and Cheetah Outreach, and you can jump on the metro at Somerset West Station or Van Der Stel Station to get around the city.
- Camps Bay Beach
- Table Mountain
- Boulders Beach
- Long Street
- Cape Town Stadium
- Cape of Good Hope
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Spier Wine Estate
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Lions Head
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Muizenberg Beach
- Sunset Beach
- Boschendal Estate
- Castle of Good Hope
- Hout Bay Beach
- Chapmans Peak
- Kogel Bay Beach
- Lanzerac Wine Estate
- Groot Constantia Winery
- Pearl Valley Golf Course
- Llandudno Beach
- Signal Hill
- Tygerberg Hospital
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