Search results
Mar 2, 2022 · On the Waterfront, you’re in the heart of the action night and day, whether you’re looking for great entertainment or the opportunity to visit Cape Town’s world-famous Aquarium, the harbor ...
- Shelby Knick
Jan 29, 2018 · The history is remarkable and moving. Cape Town has a long, important and sombre history. The Khoi-San who lived undisturbed across the southern reaches of the continent for hundreds of years were devastated by arriving colonialists. The arriving settlers brought changes to the face of Cape Town, some of which are still visible in various ...
People also ask
Why should you visit Cape Town a day?
Why is Cape Town important?
Why do people love Cape Town?
Why should you visit Cape Town on the waterfront?
So let’s look at why everybody loves Cape Town. Table mountain. Most definitely the defining beacon of Cape Town’s cityscape, Table Mountain is in fact one of the most instantly recognisable landmarks in the world. Table Mountain from Blouberg Beachfront. Yes, we may be a little bias, but seeing at this goliath monolith was voted one of the ...
Jul 25, 2023 · Whether you are an adventure seeker, a culture enthusiast, a foodie, or simply seeking relaxation, Cape Town has something special to offer each and every visitor. Let’s dive into the top reasons why you should visit Cape Town and why it should be on your travel bucket list.
- Take A Free Walking Tour
- Enjoy The View from Table Mountain
- Drive Chapman’s Peak to Cape Point
- Visit Robben Island
- Explore Hout Bay
- See Kirstenbosch Gardens
- Relax at Muizenberg Beach
- Hike Lion’s Head
- See The Boulders Beach Penguins
- Wine and Dine in Stellenbosch
Start your visit off with a free walking tour. It’s the best way to introduce yourself to the city and start to get the lay of the land. You’ll see the main sights, learn some history, and get to meet a local expert guide who can answer all your questions. Free Walking Tours Cape Townoffers free daily walking tours. Taking one is the best way to ki...
At over 3,500 feet above sea level, the views from Table Mountain are the best in the city. Taking the famous cable car up the mountain was one of the first things we did. However, at 340-395 ZAR (depending on if you go in the morning or afternoon), it’s relatively expensive. If you want to hike up instead, the shortest trail takes about two hours....
Past Chapman’s Peak southwest of Cape Town is Cape Point National Park, where you can witness the collision of the Atlantic and Indian oceans at the Cape of Good Hope. The national park offers long hikes, coastal birdlife, and a chance to take in the smallest and richest floral kingdom in the world, the fynbos(a small belt of natural shrubland). Yo...
Visiting the former political prison on Robben Island was high on our list of things to do. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned here for 18 years and the site was declared a UNESCO Heritage Site in 1999. A former inmate personally guides everyone around the prison. It is both sobering and inspiring to learn first-hand about the first black president of S...
On weekends in Hout Bay, artisans and vendors from around the city come to the Bay Harbour Market to sell their goods. Everything from fish stew, souvenirs, crêpes, jewelry, art, and even mojitos are available, as is live music. We discovered the market by happenstance: we had come to go swimming with the seals in Hout Bay, and just followed the so...
On a nice spring day, we headed to the southern suburbs to check out Kirstenbosch Gardens. Set against the slopes of Table Mountain, the beautiful botanical gardens are appropriately dubbed “the most beautiful garden in Africa.” Kirstenbosch offers visitors a chance to explore the fynbosand various floral kingdoms found across the African continent...
Muizenberg is a southern suburb of Cape Town famous for its boardwalk and surf. It’s a 30-minute car ride from the city center and the ideal spot to learn how to surf. The laid-back neighborhood is a beach bum’s haven and has a strong multicultural vibe that is refreshing. A one-hour group lesson with a wetsuit costs only 350 ZAR and makes for a gr...
While hiking up Table Mountain may take too long for an evening hike, the adjacent Lion’s Head is only a 45-minute climb to the top. It’s essentially the little sister to Table Mountain. Make sure to bring a camera on your hike, because it’s one of the most photogenic spots in Cape Town. Rising high above the city skyline, it still provides incredi...
This was at the top of our to-do list in Cape Town. So, we saved it for a special occasion and made our way to see the home of thousands of African penguins (the colony is home to over 3,000 penguins). Visitors can properly view them from a raised boardwalk, while still giving the massive colony their personal space. You’ll know where the African p...
One of the most world-renowned wine regions is only a 45-minute ride outside of Cape Town. There are hundreds of privately owned vineyards in and around Stellenbosch, with tastings typically costing 60-95 ZAR (food pairings are available as well). If you don’t have a vehicle and want to take a tour, expect to pay at least 684 ZAR per person for a f...
Jan 23, 2021 · Surely you've heard of Table Mountain and the cute little penguins on Boulders Beach. But there are so many other reasons why you should add Cape Town to your list of places to visit — one day. 1. The weather. Let's talk about the weather before anything else. If you didn't know it already, South Africa is in the Southern Hemisphere, which ...
Apr 7, 2020 · Cape Town is surrounded by mountains that create a special atmosphere in the city. They also allow for wonderful views. The best-known mountain is Table Mountain. You can climb the mountain by taking a hike to the top or using the cable car. The cable car price is 200 ZAR (one way) or 360 ZAR (return).
