Map of Cape Town, South Africa, showing some of the prime tourist attractions in and around greater Cape Town, as well as the location of some of the city's best hotels. Click on any marker to read more. Need help with your Cape Town itinerary? Contact one of our destination experts now.

Township Tours
Explanation about Langa residents Adventure Works Township Cycle Cape Town

Township tours are conducted in various areas and offer a glimpse into the cultures, lifestyles and economic contrasts that define South Africa. Ask us to book you on a guided cycling tour through the streets of Langa. Optional extras include a visit to a creche, a witch doctor and/or a traditional meal with locals.

Peninsula All Suite Hotel
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The Peninsula All-Suite Hotel is situated in Sea Point, Cape Town, only 5 minutes away from the famous Cape Town Waterfront, city centre as well as Clifton's beautiful beaches. This luxury hotel offers sweeping views of the Atlantic ocean and promenade from all rooms and is a great base from which to explore Cape Town.

Portswood Hotel
PortsWood Hotel

The PortsWood Hotel is one of the most affordable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront hotels, offering superb 4-star accommodation in one of Cape Town's most popular areas. This hotel is conveniently situated for easy access to all of the city's well-known attractions.

Victoria and Alfred Hotel
Victoria & Alfred Hotel exterior

The Victoria and Alfred Hotel is a luxury 4-star hotel, occupying a prime spot in the heart of Cape Town's vibrant V&A Waterfront, with safe access to excellent retail facilities, restaurants and entertainment. The hotel offers breathtaking views of Table Mountain and Cape Town's historic working harbour.

Hollow on the Square
Double Bedroom

Located within the heart of South Africa’s Mother City, the Hollow on the Square is within easy walking distance of the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town’s International Convention Centre and many of the attractions, eateries, museums and sights this bustling city has to offer.

Cape Town Hollow Hotel
Mountain Facing Room

Cape Town Hollow is a boutique hotel beautifully located in the city centre, overlooking the historic Company Gardens, with superb views of iconic Table Mountain and Lion’s Head. It is a perfect base from which to explore the beautiful Mother City and her surrounds.

Cape Grace Hotel
Cedarberg cape grace restaurant

The Cape Grace is a multi-award winning 5-star hotel, perfectly located on its own private quay in the heart of Cape Town's vibrant V&A Waterfront. Set against the backdrop of iconic Table Mountain, the Cape Grace embodies its name in history, elegance and sophistication. Enjoy all the creature comforts you'd expect from such a world-class luxury hotel and a range of unexpected extras that will pleasantly surprise you.

Cape Milner Hotel
Pool Deck Cape Milner

The Cape Milner Hotel is a convenient and affordable hotel in Cape Town's City Bowl at the foot of Table Mountain, only three minutes from the V&A Waterfront. The hotel offers 57 air-conditioned, en-suite bedrooms, some with a view of Table Mountain.

Cape Cadogan Hotel
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This luxurious boutique hotel offers a relaxed and elegant stay in one of Cape Town's favourite areas. As part of the More group of hotels, you can expect a warm welcome, superb service and personal attention to ensure your every comfort.

V&A Waterfront
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The famous V&A Waterfront has lots of great shops, bars, restaurants, cinemas, hotels and activities. Live street music. Harbour Cruises.

Robben Island Museum
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Famous prison museum where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. A UNESCO World Heritage site. A ferry ride from the Waterfront brings you to the island.

Table Mountain Cable Way
Cable car going up Table Mountain Cape Town

Table Mountain offers the most famous views in Africa. It's best to visit Table Mountain on your first available sunny day. You can take the cable way or you can also hike up the mountain. It's a strenuous hike, best done in a group.

Cape Point and Cape Peninsula
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A scenic full day trip along the Cape Peninsula brings you to Cape Point, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans are said to meet.

Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
Boulders Beach Cape Town Jack Young I Unsplash

South Africa's most famous penguin colony, where you can view these gentle birds from up close.

Rouge on Rouse Hotel
Rouge on Rose, Bedroom

Rouge on Rose is centrally located in Cape Town, within walking distance to the city centre, De Waterkant, Green Market Square and the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Comfortable, chic and welcoming, Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel offers a choice of deluxe suites or self-catering units.

More Quarters Hotel
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More Quarters Hotel Apartments offer the best of both worlds: world-class hotel facilities and the independence of luxury apartments. Located in lively, local Gardens, these tranquil, elegant apartments offer easy access to city centre attractions, within walking distance to excellent coffee shops, eateries, trendy boutiques and markets.

Commodore Hotel
The Commodore Hotel

The Commodore Hotel offers affordable four-star accommodation in a prime location right next to one of the most popular tourism developments in the world - the V&A Waterfront. The hotel is well-known for its exceptional service and offers excellent facilities.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
People having a picnic in Kirstenbosch Cape Town

A wonderful morning or afternoon activity if you enjoy nature. Elevated walkway over the forest canopy. Enjoy a picnic on the lawns.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel
Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa Cape Town

The Twelve Apostles Hotel is an iconic luxury hotel just outside Cape Town, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It is named after the Twelve Apostles mountain range which rises up behind the hotel.

Bo-Kaap
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Bo-Kaap, formerly known as the Malay Quarter, dates back to the 1760s when “huurhuisjes” (rental houses) were leased to Cape Malay slaves. Bo-Kaap houses are a mix of Cape Dutch and Georgian architecture lining steeply cobbled streets. It is said that while on lease, the houses had to be white and when this rule was lifted and slaves were permitted to buy the properties, they painted their houses in bright colours to express their freedom.

Muizenberg
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Muizenberg is a bohemian beachside town well-known for its long, white beach and colourful, historic beach changing huts. It's considered to be Cape Town's top surfing spot and it hosts its fair share of quirky boutiques and independent art galleries.

Bloubergstrand
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Bloubergstrand offers one of the most epic views of Table Mountain from across Table Bay. The hub of Cape Town's kitesurfing and windsurfing community, Bloubergstrand has a number of great restaurants and galleries that exhibit a diverse mix of work from local jewellery designers, sculptors, photographers and artists.

The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
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The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa is a contemporary art museum fashioned from a redesigned grain silo. Located on the V&A Waterfront, the Zeitz MOCAA houses the largest collection of contemporary African art in the world.

Two Oceans Aquarium
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Home to over 8,000 creatures, the Two Oceans Aquarium showcases the incredible marine biodiversity of Cape Town's unique position at the confluence of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

Chapman's Peak Drive
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Chapman's Peak Drive was recently voted one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world. Affectionately known as "Chappies" by Capetonians, if you're passionate about breathtaking scenery, take a trip along Chapman's Peak Drive while you're in Cape Town.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa
Twelve Apostles Hotel Spa Feature

The 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa in Cape Town is an award-winning, 5-star, luxury boutique hotel located against the dramatic backdrop of the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range which forms the back of Table Mountain and offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel offers a tranquil respite located an easy 20-minute drive away from Cape Town's vibrant and colourful city centre.

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Cape Town is South Africa's oldest and most beautiful city and the top travel destination in Africa. Built on the slopes of Table Mountain, the city offers something for everyone, from beautiful views and beaches to world-class cuisine and inspiring culture. Cape Town is a must-see destination for anyone travelling to South Africa.

9 Day Cape Town Kruger Park Safari View from Table Mountain
9 Day Cape Town and Kruger Park Safari
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$1,450
£1,143
€1,336
R28,000
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This trip idea combines the best of South Africa's top two destinations - Cape Town and Kruger National Park. Spend four nights in Cape Town, often voted the most beautiful city in the world, followed by four nights on safari in the world-renowned Kruger National Park, home to a diversity of wildlife larger than anywhere else in Africa. The trip can be booked on a self-drive or fully-guided basis, as you prefer.

Aerial View Victoria Falls
12 Day Victoria Falls, Cape Town & Kruger Safari
12 days
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$2,318
£1,827
€2,136
R44,750
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Combine these three top travel destinations in Southern Africa on this popular 12-day trip idea: Victoria Falls, Cape Town and the Kruger National Park. You can swap the order of destinations around, change the duration and choose accommodation according to your budget and wish list. Cape Town is regularly voted one of the best destinations in the world, Victoria Falls is one of the world's most breathtaking natural wonders and Kruger Park is the top safari destination in South Africa.

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