Things to do in Western Cape

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Plettenberg Bay: Guided Sea Kayak Tour

Plettenberg Bay: Guided Sea Kayak Tour

€21
per adult
Plettenberg Bay: Guided Sea Kayak Tour
From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route

From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route

€25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route
Cape Town: Boulders Beach & Cape Point Full-Day with Meals

Cape Town: Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Day Tour with Pickup

€26
per adult
Cape Town: Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Day Tour with Pickup
From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience

From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience

€117
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience
Cape Town: Sunset Cruise by Catamaran to Table Bay

Cape Town: Sunset Catamaran Cruise on Table Bay with Bubbles

€35
per adult
Cape Town: Sunset Catamaran Cruise on Table Bay with Bubbles
Cape Town: The Cape Wheel Ticket

Cape Town: The Cape Wheel Ticket

€15
per adult
Cape Town: The Cape Wheel Ticket
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Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience

€146
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
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Knysna: 75-Minute Lagoon Boat Cruise

€27
per adult
Knysna: 75-Minute Lagoon Boat Cruise
Cape town:Cape of good hope afternoon tour/penguins

Cape town:Cape of good hope afternoon tour/penguins

€26
per adult
Cape town:Cape of good hope afternoon tour/penguins
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Cape Town Full Day Big Five Game Safari with Lunch

Cape Town Full Day Big Five Game Safari with Lunch

Activity duration is 9 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 77 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €199 per adult
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Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off

Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off

Activity duration is 4 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 17 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €52 per adult
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Water activities

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Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 175 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €49 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 51 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €63 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 175 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €49 per adult
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What to do in Western Cape

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Cape Town International Convention Centre

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Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
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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 Two Oceans Aquarium or Nelson Mandela Gateway might round out your trip.

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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.

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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.

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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 Cape Town City Hall and Houses of Parliament, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

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Green Point

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Cape Town

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George

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Oudtshoorn

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Plettenberg Bay

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Franschhoek

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Stellenbosch

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Knysna

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Hermanus

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