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Table Mountain Cableway
Ride the rotating cable car to the flat-topped summit for sweeping views over the city and two oceans.
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Robben Island Tour
Ferry across to the island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, guided by former political prisoners.
4.7 (3,540)
Franschhoek Wine Tram
Hop on and off a vintage tram winding between the Cape Winelands' most storied estates.
4.9 (5,980)
Boulders Beach Penguins
Meet the resident African penguin colony from boardwalks above sheltered granite coves.
4.9 (1,210)
Atlantic Helicopter Flight
Soar along the coastline past Clifton, Camps Bay and the Twelve Apostles by helicopter.
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Sea Kayaking Adventure
Paddle the calm Atlantic at sunrise and look out for seals, dolphins and the odd penguin.
Iconic sights
Top attractions
The unmissable places that define Cape Town — and how to make the most of each one.
4.9
Kirstenbosch Gardens
World-famous botanical gardens on Table Mountain's eastern slopes with a soaring treetop canopy walk.
4.8
Cape Point & Good Hope
Dramatic cliffs, lighthouses and windswept trails at the south-western tip of Africa.
4.7
V&A Waterfront
A lively harbour precinct of shops, restaurants, markets and the Cape Wheel.
4.9
Lion's Head
A spiralling hike rewarded with sunrise and full-moon views over the whole peninsula.
4.7
Bo-Kaap
Cobbled streets lined with candy-coloured houses and rich Cape Malay heritage.
4.9
Chapman's Peak Drive
One of the world's most scenic coastal roads, carved into the mountainside above the sea.
Sun, sand & sundowners
Beaches to fall for
From buzzing beachfronts to hidden coves — here's where locals lay down their towels.
Arrive before noon for parking, stay for the sundowners.
Camps Bay
Palm-lined white sand beneath the Twelve Apostles, with buzzing beachfront cafés.
Blue Flag beach — bring cash for deckchair hire.
Clifton 4th Beach
Four sheltered coves protected from the wind, framed by smooth granite boulders.
Warmer Indian Ocean water — ideal for first-time surfers.
Muizenberg
Colourful beach huts and gentle waves make this the city's favourite surf-school beach.
No facilities nearby, so pack water and snacks.
Llandudno
A hidden, boulder-framed cove with no shops — just soft sand and legendary sunsets.
Cape Winelands
Winelands & tastings
Three valleys, all within an hour of the city, each with its own character and celebrated estates.
5 estates · 30 min
Constantia Valley
South Africa's oldest wine region, minutes from the city and famed for elegant white wines.
150+ estates · 45 min
Stellenbosch
Oak-lined streets and grand estates producing the Cape's most celebrated red wines.
40+ estates · 1 hr
Franschhoek
The French Corner — a gourmet valley of world-class food and sparkling Cap Classique.
Where to stay & wander
Neighbourhood guides
Get to know Cape Town one district at a time, with local tips on where to eat, stay and explore.
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