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Cape Town
(South Africa)
Situated on the south-western tip of Africa, Cape Town is regarded as one of the most beautiful and diverse cities in the world, boasting a rich past, stunning location, and a host of city attractions.
Many years ago, Cape Town acted as an important stop-off point for trading boats travelling the spice route to and from Asia, and its heritage as a vibrant market town and harbour still continues to this day. Boats enter the harbour and disappear over the horizon daily bringing in fresh catches, and busy fruit markets contrast with the up-market designer stores and bustling shopping complexes. The British colonial presence can be easily seen in much of the stunning architecture that pervades the city.
Despite being the legislative capital of South Africa, Cape Town is still home to a laid back atmosphere of the sort that is rare to find anywhere in the world, inviting you to relax and enjoy yourself while taking in the many attractions that Cape Town and its surrounds offer.
Cape Town is as well known for its geography and ideal location as it is for its city attractions. The city is cradled on three sides by the stunning behemoth of a peak, Table Mountain, and open to the vast Indian Ocean on the other side. This ideal location gives you access to the coast, rocky mountain terrain, and the nearby inland Winelands and Garden Route regions. Situated at the end of the Western Point, Cape Town can also be a perfect beginning or end to any tour of Southern Africa.
In and around Cape Town
The V&A is a popular attraction and home to a number of shops, cafés and restaurants. The Greenmarket Square is one of many vibrant markets, and there are a number of art and antique shops scattered around the city.
Most visitors like to hike up Table Mountain or take the cable car to see the magnificent views from the peak. Cape Point is another popular attraction that also boasts some stunning views. You may want to take a boat trip to Robben Island, explore the Kirstenbosch botanical gardens, or just take in the many sights around Cape Town.
For the more active, there is a host of biking and hiking routes, water sports and adrenalin activities.
Accommodation in Cape Town (South Africa)
Situated in a private quay on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the Cape Grace stands in the heart of Cape Town.
Surrounded by vineyards and mountains, this small secluded hotel offers excellent accommodation on the edge of Cape Town.
Ellerman House is an historical landmark, wonderfully situated overlooking the ocean on Kloof Road in the Cape Town suburb of Bantry Bay.
Built in 1903, Four Rosmead is an exclusive and stylish guesthouse situated on the slopes of Table Mountain
Nestled in the foothills of Table Mountain, Kensington Place offers breathtaking views of Cape Town, the harbour & Table Mountain
Occupying a breathtaking site on the lower slopes of Table Mountain and just a short stroll from the historic city centre and vibrant Kloof Street, the Mount Nelson Hotel offers quiet sophistication and style in a fantastic setting.
Located in Bantry Bay, this elegant guest lodge is one of the newest and best in Cape Town.
Primi Royal is a luxurious boutique hotel, ideally located on the slopes of the Twelve Apostles, a mere stone's throw from the famous Camps Bay beach and the elegant restaurants and bustling night spots of the Platinum Mile.
Rodwell House is a five-star boutique retreat situated in the sun-soaked town of St James. It nestles between the Kalk Bay Mountains and False Bay, world famous for whale-watching, warm sea bathing and a sheltered Mediterranean climate.
The Bay Hotel is a small, luxurious 5-star resort located at the foot of Table Mountain, between the Twelve Apostles range and Camps Bay beach.
This elegant and popular hotel spa is situated in six acres of attractive landscaped parkland on the banks of the Liesbeeck River.
Welgelegen House comprises two beautiful turn of the century houses, lovingly renovated and decorated in a modern style.
Other regions in South Africa
Situated on the south-western tip of Africa, Cape Town is regarded as one of the most beautiful and diverse cities in the world, boasting a rich past, stunning location, and a host of city attractions.
The Eastern Cape is one of the most diverse regions of South Africa, geographically and culturally.
A scenic coastal region also known as the Cape Floral Kingdom.
Despite being the smallest province in South Africa, Gauteng is one of the most densely populated regions of South Africa with a number of major cities situated in the region.
South Africa's most well known and largest game reserve.
KwaZulu Natal is a major cultural hotspot on the east coast of South Africa.
A region north of the Swartberg mountains home to the largest Ostrich population in the world, as well as the well known route 62 tourist route.
Mpumalanga is one of South Africa’s most unique destinations. The region is divided in half by the Drakensberg Mountains, with expansive grasslands to the west and savannah to the east.
The North West province of South Africa is home to the Pilansberg National Park, Sun City and the Cradle of Mankind world heritage site.
The Northern Cape is the largest yet most sparsely populated region of South Africa, known for its desert, rocky coast, endless flatlands and rugged mountain ranges.
Generally regarded as the bread basket of South Africa, the Overberg's countryside is largely dominated by rich pastures, fruit orchards and huge wheatfields.
The famous towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl, the heart of the Winelands, are full of delightful vineyards and manor houses where you may spend a night or two exploring the region.
