Cape Town Travel Guide

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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront featuring a marina

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 Cape Town Cruise Terminal might round out your trip.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Camps Bay which includes mountains, general coastal views and landscape views

Camps Bay

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

Camps Bay
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Cape Town City Centre

4/5(237 area reviews)

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

Cape Town City Centre
Sea Point

Sea Point

4/5(39 area reviews)

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

Sea Point
Cape Town Stadium featuring a sunset and a city

Green Point

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Green Point
Somerset West showing landscape views, a pond and mountains

Somerset West

Get to know Somerset West and its many features like its seaside views and seafood restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Lourensford Wine Estate and Cheetah Outreach, and you can jump on the metro at Somerset West Station or Van Der Stel Station to get around the city.

Somerset West
Taj Cape Town
Taj Cape Town
5 out of 5
1 Wale Street, corner St Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is 4.406.237 ₫ per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
4.406.237 ₫
5.117.844 ₫ total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"I would have to say that this is one one the nicest hotels that I have ever stayed in. Rooms are beautiful. The service was impeccable. Breakfast and dinner was excellent."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Taj Cape Town
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
3.5 out of 5
Silo 6, South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is 3.246.999 ₫ per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
3.246.999 ₫
3.771.389 ₫ total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (635 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
4 out of 5
15 Michigan Street, Airport Industria, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is 2.937.613 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
2.937.613 ₫
3.412.042 ₫ total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast, great people at front desk, and reliable airport shuttle service."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
4 out of 5
57 Heerengracht Street, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Room and view"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Urban Elephant 16 on Bree
Urban Elephant 16 on Bree
4 out of 5
16 Bree St, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Cruise Terminal ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"Great stay. Location awesome walking distance to lots of things and very central. Easy check in and safe surroundings with lots of security Improvements would need to be communication. Organised in advance airport shuttle only to be told they “missed the messages” and didn’t send anyone."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Urban Elephant 16 on Bree
Camps Bay Village
Camps Bay Village
3 out of 5
32 Camps Bay Drive, Camps Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Camps Bay Beach and Clifton ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (178 reviews)
"The personnel is kind and helpful!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Camps Bay Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Cape Town

4.6
Top destination
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 27%
3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The V&A waterfront area of Cape Town is nice and safe. The centre of town has a more edgy feel although plenty of security around.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

didnt do much as time was very short and this was my second visit only wanted to relax

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Cape Town is a stunning city. Amazing food options and sights. I felt safe but you just need to be sensible ... as you should be when you visit any big city.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The most beautiful city by the sea

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Vibrant clean city, excellent restaurants, stunning scenery, beaches, mountains, vineyards, something different to do and see every day

5/5 - Excellent

Alan

Great city. Beautiful mountain views. Sad political and economic outlook though.

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