City Bowl Travel Guide
Cape Town





Popular places to visit

Cape Town International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Long Street
During your trip to Cape Town, you can do some window-shopping at Long Street. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Castle of Good Hope
You can learn about the history of Cape Town with a visit to Castle of Good Hope. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

South African National Gallery
You can study the exhibits at South African National Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Greenmarket Square
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Greenmarket Square during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

Bree Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bree Street during your visit to Cape Town. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's mountain views.
Top hotels in City Bowl

Taj Cape Town
Taj Group is always excellent!! All the staff couldn’t do enough to help!! The chefs help prepare meals off the menu fitting all the dietary needs we had for the group. Breakfast is amazing with a great choice of Indian and other parts of the world. Location is good too, a short uber to the waterfront ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Air conditioning leaking, excellent breakfast, so so location.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

The Trade Boutique Hotel
Absolutely lovely experience. The staff were all very friendly. Room was spotless and well maintained. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Hotel Sky Cape Town
good Breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Right next to the Cape Town International Convention Center and in Downtown Cape Town, very clean and accessible from everywhere, if you are cruising, you are right next to the cruise terminal. AAA+++
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
Yes
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Bowl

Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Cape Town City Hall and Houses of Parliament, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.

Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.

Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.
