When visiting the popular city of Cape Town, there is plenty to see and do. Cape Town is Africa’s most popular tourist destination, and its beautiful harbour and natural setting are just some of its many attractions. Whether you want to spend your city trip to Cape Town sightseeing, hiking, wine tasting, or shopping, the choices are endless.
The most important sights
To make the most out of Cape Town, why not join in on one of the various day tours, hop on and off the cities sightseeing buses, or hire a car to allow for complete freedom and exploration. Check out these must see and do activities in Cape Town:
Organised Day Tours
There are a whole host of organised day tours to participate in whilst visiting Cape Town, including a full day great white shark cage diving, a full day wildlife safari tour, or for those who prefer something more relaxing, a half day wine lands tour.
Cape Point Nature Reserve
Situated on the south western tip of Africa, Cape Point is home to one of the most beautiful and scenic nature reserves. With numerous walking trails to explore, a trip to Cape Point is great for nature lovers and keen walkers or hikers.
Green Market Square
Located in the heart of the city centre, Green Market Square is one of the oldest markets in the Cape. The market has a huge variety of African curiosities, clothing and speciality items. The lively and cultural atmosphere makes for a great day out.
Table Mountain Cableway
The Table Mountain is a truly breathtaking and magnificent sight to behold. A ride to the top of the mountain in one of the cable cars provides unbelievable panoramic views of the entire Table Bay and city of Cape Town. At the peak of the summit, there is an exquisite restaurant and cocktail bar for all to indulge in.
Castle of Good Hope
For those who enjoy learning about the history of an area, then the Castle of Good Hope is the perfect attraction. Built around 1670, the Castle of Good Hope is the oldest building in South Africa. Guided tours run from Monday to Saturday and are a great way to discover the Castle’s secrets.
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