EXPLORE CAPE TOWN
Make a holiday of it.
From mountain mornings and ocean sunsets to beautiful gardens and wine-country afternoons, Cape Town has so much to explore. Here are a few of our favourite ways to experience the city.
THINGS TO DO IN CAPE TOWN
You’ve come all this way, so make a trip of it. Cape Town has no shortage of things to see, eat, explore and photograph. Here are a few places worth adding to your itinerary while you’re here.
TABLE MOUNTAIN
Take the cableway to the top for panoramic views across Cape Town, the Atlantic coastline and surrounding mountains.
BOULDERS BEACH
Visit the famous African penguin colony near Simon’s Town and follow the boardwalks through this protected section of Table Mountain National Park.
CAPE POINT
Spend the day exploring the dramatic landscapes at the southern end of the Cape Peninsula, with ocean views, walking routes and the Cape of Good Hope nearby.
V&A WATERFRONT
Explore the harbour, shops, restaurants, museums and attractions with Table Mountain as the backdrop.
CHAPMAN’S PEAK DRIVE
Take the scenic coastal road between Hout Bay and Noordhoek. This one is especially relevant for your guests because the wedding itself is in Hout Bay.
BO-KAAP
Walk through one of Cape Town’s most recognisable historic neighbourhoods and learn more about its Cape Malay heritage, architecture and community.
ROBBEN ISLAND
Take the ferry from the Waterfront and visit one of South Africa’s most historically significant sites. The standard visitor experience includes the ferry journey and guided tour.
CAMPS BAY
Spend an afternoon at the beach with views of the Twelve Apostles and Atlantic Ocean, then stay for sunset along the beachfront.
SIGNAL HILL
Head up for sweeping views over the city, Atlantic Seaboard and surrounding mountains. Signal Hill forms part of Table Mountain National Park.
TWO OCEANS AQUARIUM
A good indoor option at the Waterfront, with exhibits focused on southern Africa’s marine life, including sharks, penguins, turtles and kelp-forest ecosystems.
KIRSTENBOSCH GARDENS
Wander through one of Cape Town’s signature botanical attractions at the foot of Table Mountain.
LION’S HEAD
For guests who enjoy walking and viewpoints, the Lion’s Head and Signal Hill area provides another perspective over Cape Town and the Atlantic Seaboard.