Table Mountain rises over a city where oceans, history, and culture meet. From penguins and mountain trails to art galleries and street markets, Cape Town is endlessly diverse — a place that feels both iconic and yet intimate.
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Spend your mornings riding the Table Mountain cable car, perhaps hiking over to Maclear’s Beacon, and your afternoons sipping a glass of Constantia wine overlooking the vines.
Down below, Cape Town hums with life. Explore the Bo-Kaap’s bright facades, delve into contemporary African art at Zeitz MOCAA, or wander through Greenmarket Square, where the city’s craft market tradition, and gaggling, still thrives. And when the sun dips, head to one of Cape Town’s world-class restaurants. Or follow the scent of wood-fired grills and the call of live jazz to one of its many more relaxed eateries.
Cape Town isn’t just one destination — it’s a collection of neighbourhoods, each with its own rhythm and personality.
Each offers a slightly different experience, from city buzz to mountain calm — and our safari specialists will help you choose the perfect base for your stay.
Check out our article on Best areas to stay in Cape Town to see which will suit you?
Take a boat to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 imprisoned years.
Explore Cape Town’s wilder side: Follow the dramatic Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most scenic coastal roads in the world, to Cape Point then round out the day seeing the penguins at Boulders Beach
Visit Kirstenbosch Gardens, one of the planet’s most spectacular botanical spaces, with its serpentine sky walk, and contour path walking trails.
Spend a lazy afternoon at the beach at Camps Bay or Clifton.
Join a Cape Winelands tour, tasting your way through Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Or stay closer to home with a tour or cycle ride through the Constantia wine estates.
And, for a deeper perspective, our guests often enjoy an uplifting Uthando Township visit, a responsible travel experience that connects you to Cape Town’s people and projects.
There are plenty of stunning Cape Town hotels to choose from. Why not check out our article on 10 Romantic Hotels in Cape Town and the Winelands for some inspiration.
We recommend at least four nights to explore Table Mountain, the Peninsula, and the city’s main attractions — though a week allows you to enjoy it at a relaxed pace.
Is Cape Town good for families?
Absolutely. With beaches, aquariums, open-air markets, and wildlife encounters, Cape Town offers as much for children as for adults. Check out our two blog articles on Things to Do with Kids in Cape Town.
Can I combine Cape Town with a safari?
Yes, a safari is easily combined with a stay in Cape Town. But we’re not talking the ones very close to Cape Town. You can fly easily to the Kruger on a direct flight, or to the Malaria-free Eastern Cape safari lodges. Driving distance away there are good safari options like Sanbona (3 hours’ drive) or Gondwana (4-5 hours).
Discover Cape Town in your own style — talk to our team about where to stay and what to see in Africa’s most iconic city.
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