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Cape Town Travel Guide
December 30, 2007 |
A trip to Cape Town
Cape Town is one of the most popular destinations in South Africa. It boasts stunning beaches, a vibrant nightlife and an abundance of daytime activities. There are a number of cultural and natural gems, with the most famous being Table Mountain. The mountain is popular with hikers who want to get a panoramic view across the city. If hiking isn’t your thing, you can take the Table Mountain Cableway.
Flights to Cape Town
Cape Town’s international airport is extremely efficient and the second busiest airport in South Africa. Most people arrive in Johannesburg and take a two hour connecting flight to Cape Town. Regular shuttle buses transferring passengers to the city centre can be caught outside of the terminal, although taxis are the most popular mode of transport from the airport.
There is an overnight train from Johannesburg to Cape Town that is comfortable and very popular with tourists. A less expensive and less comfortable travel option is a 14 hour bus ride.
Sightseeing in Cape Town
Undeniably, both locals and visitors alike make the most of the stunning beaches. The prosperous Clifton has a pristine beach and a wide selection of restaurants and cafés lining its glistening shores. If you like penguins, Boulders Beach is famous for its colony of African penguins, while surfers can catch a wave at Camps Bay.
A popular attraction for visitors and a popular meeting place for locals is the historic city centre. Overflowing with eclectic architecture, cobbled lanes and old-world charm, the city is purely irresistible. Other noteworthy attractions include the vibrant Greenmarket square and the Good Hope Castle Fort while the Bo Kaap museum is filled with interesting artefacts from the city’s past.
Fun by day - shopping and activities
A visit to the recently restored Victoria and Albert Waterfront is a wonderful way to spend the day and see some truly historic sites. The waterfront houses an aquarium and charming cafés. It is very popular with tourists looking for a bite to eat before indulging in some shopping. Locals frequent the waterfront at weekends which is a lively time to visit and a great way to experience local culture. For a more laid back and leisurely experience, you can sit and watch the sailing charters sail by.
The waterfront also has a wide selection of shops and boutiques to choose from.
Canal Walk is one of the largest shopping centres in Africa and has every major store represented. The Montebello Design Centre has an impressive selection of shops selling jewellery, handicrafts and artworks.
Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
Cape Town boasts an explosive nightlife. There are bars and clubs filling the streets with a large concentration of popular night spots along the Camps Bay and Clifton coastline. Jazz is extremely popular in the city as is R&B and Reggae music. The trendy area of Long Street houses a number of funky dance clubs and is the place to be seen around town.
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A fab summary of the Cape Town sights - thank you! It is indeed a must-see City for anyone visiting South Africa … you can go from the beach to the top of Table Mountain to scenic vineyards all in a day and be back in town in time for a sunset cruise or great nightlife options.