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1. Shop & Eat at V&A Waterfront

2 km from city center

Nature

One of South Africa's top tourist attractions, V&A Waterfront is one of the top shopping places in Cape Town with everything from local to international brands. There are also many cafes, restaurants and bars with stunning harbour views. Once a fishing harbour, the landmark has been fully restored and revamped into a major tourist attraction now.

Tours starting from
₹342

Top Things To Do 4.5 /5

4 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Table Mountain is the most scenic landmark in South Africa, a flat-topped mountain overlooking Cape Town. Explore the valley, go hiking or trek among the woods, and appreciate nature at its best. An abode to over 1500 species of animals and plants, the Table Mountain National Park displays a wonderful mix of flora and fauna well preserved in their natural habitat.

Tours starting from
₹3,672

Fun For Kids 4.2 /5

2 km from city center

Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium, located at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town houses over 8,000 creatures and more than 300 species. It is located at the place where the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean meet, hence the name Two Oceans. You can experience an underwater forest at the tranquil Kelp Forest, which is the biggest attraction of this aquarium.

Tours starting from
₹2,881

Explore Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

Great For Family Outing 4.3 /5

7 km from city center

Garden & Park

Right to the east of Table mountain lies the amazingly green Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Also a UNESCO World Heritage site, these botanical gardens are huge and comprise more than twenty thousand local species of plants and herbs. It is a maze of gardens, the most popular being the Scented gardens, sculpture gardens and Company's garden.

Tours starting from
₹1,110

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South African Tour Package from India

Cape Town (4N) → George (2N) → Sun City (2N) → Johannesburg (1N)

$ 1,878

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$1,670/person

7 Days / 6 Nights

Garden Route Tour Package

Port Elizabeth(1N) → Knysna(1N) → Oudtstoorn(1N) → Cape Town(3N)

$ 916

12% off

$805/person

8 Days / 7 Nights

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Cape Town(2N) → George(3N) → Sun City(1N) → Knysna(0N) → Johannesburg(1N)

$ 1,319

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$1,157/person

9 Days / 8 Nights

9-Day Scenic Beauty of the Western Cape Adventure

Cape Town (4N) → Hermanus (1N) → Mossel Bay (2N) → Cape Town (1N)

$ 1,921

22% off

$1,492/person

10 Days / 9 Nights

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Cape Town(3N) → Knysna(1N) → Sun City(2N) → Pretoria(1N) → Johannesburg(2N)

$ 1,824

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$1,594/person

9 Days / 8 Nights

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$ 1,148

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5. Robben Island Tour

4.1 /5

14 km from city center

Island

Holding a great significance for every African, Robben Island is well known for the institutional discrimination, brutality and cruelty when Apartheid was prevalent. It is this place where the freedom fighters spent their entire lives in prison, struggling for the freedom of their country. A trip to this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must.

Tours starting from
₹6,063

Day Trip 4.5 /5

48 km from city center

Beach

Located on the southwestern tip of Africa, the Cape of Good Hope is an iconic attraction comprising of the interesting coastlines, beautiful waters and beaches. Hikers and adventure sport enthusiasts often come here to surf, cycle, and experience the unique 'Flying Dutchman Funicular', which lifts them about 238 miles above the ocean.

Tours starting from
₹2,733

7. District Six Museum

4.4 /5

0 km from city center

Museum

One of the oldest settlements in Cape Town, District six is an area of a great historical significance. This wonderfully designed museum commemorates and educates the visitors about the people, culture and history of district six, which also forms an essential chapter on history of the capital. It displays the age old lifestyle, antiquities and culture of the locals, who proudly reside in this are (Read More)a.

Tours starting from
₹342

4.4 /5

30 km from city center

Beach

Boulders Penguin Colony, located on Boulders beach, is a nature reserve home to a colony of 3000 African penguins. It is the only place where you can see the penguins closely. The best time is during the breeding season, from March to May. A boardwalk winds around the Boulders beach, giving a clear view of the dunes and the penguins.

Tours starting from
₹2,733

4.2 /5

5 km from city center

Trekking

Lion’s Head is a peak in Cape Town located 669 metres above sea level between Table Mountain and Signal Hill. It is famous for its panoramic view of Cape Town and the mountain ranges around the city and the seaside. It is an 8-mile hike to the top and takes two to three hours. It is a relatively easy hike, and most of it can be covered on foot, with only a little rock climbing near the end.

Tours starting from
₹4,115

Day Trip 4.4 /5

48 km from city center

National Park

Cape Point is one of the most spectacular parks in South Africa, located in the Southern section of the Table Mountains. It is the world’s smallest but richest floral kingdom with over 1100 indigenous plants. Cape Point contains beautiful beaches and peaks - Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. It is famous for its scenic views and birdwatching.

Tours starting from
₹2,733

4.3 /5

19 km from city center

Things To Do

Hout Bay is a harbour neighbourhood in Cape Town. The biggest attraction here is a boat ride to Duiker Island (also called Seal island) to watch and photograph the seal colonies and kelp forests. For swimmers, an unforgettable experience is snorkeling with seals at Animal Ocean. Another attraction is Hout Bay Beach, where visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and water sports.

Tours starting from
₹503

3.8 /5

1 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

Signal Hill is just a couple of minutes away from the city centre. Climb the zenith and experience the glorious views of the entire capital with its stunning blue Atlantic Ocean and table bay. It is also famous for the noon day gun, fired every day, sharp at 12 noon, except Sunday.

Tours starting from
₹5,509

13. Iziko South African Museum

1 km from city center

Museum

The Iziko Museum of South Africa is a national museum located in the Company’s Garden in Cape Town. Its collections date back to thousands of years and include African archeology, paleontology and zoological artefacts. It has four levels and the exhibits vary from fossils, rock art, meteorites, marine animals and more.

Tours starting from
₹457

4.1 /5

2 km from city center

Museum

The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art is the largest contemporary art museum in Africa. Located at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, it showcases contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora, in the world. Apart from its exhibits, the architecture of the museum is what attracts both tourists and locals.

Tours starting from
₹457

3.7 /5

1 km from city center

City

Also called Malay Quarter, Bo-Kaap is a colourful neighbourhood near the central city. Very ancient yet so bright, this area is characterised by the creatively painted and cobble-stoned streets, making it one of the most photographed areas. It also houses the country's oldest mosque.

Tours starting from
₹1,829

4.3 /5

2 km from city center

Observation Deck

The Cape Wheel is a large observation wheel offering stunning 360-degree panoramic views of Cape Town and its surrounding landscape. Located on the V&A Waterfront, it rises to a height of 40m. There are 30 air-conditioned enclosed cabins and also two wheelchair-accessible cabins.

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₹1,196

4.3 /5

3 km from city center

Garden & Park

Green Point Park is an urban park famous for its unbeatable view of the wetlands, the Atlantic ocean and its biodiversity garden. It is behind Mouille Point in Cape Town with an entrance on Bay Road. The wetlands are filled with diverse waterfowl and fauna, and the biodiversity garden showcases every South African wildlife. It is also a popular picnic and photo spot with playgrounds for kids.

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₹2,733

4.4 /5

19 km from city center

Beach

A popular beach town, Muizenberg is located on the shore of the Cape Peninsula where it meets the False Bay coast. Muizenberg is an ideal holiday destination and is best known as a surfing spot. It is also visited for other water sports like blokarting, sailing, diving, kite surfing, and fishing. The main attraction here is the Muizenberg Beach with its colourful huts.

Tours starting from
₹2,733

4.8 /5

2 km from city center

Museum

The Cape Town Diamond Museum, located in the V&A Waterfront, offers an in-depth look into the history of South Africa's diamond industry. Established in 2008, the museum showcases the country's rich diamond heritage, including the discovery of the first diamond in 1867. Exhibits highlight the journey of diamonds from the earth to the cutting and polishing process, as well as their role in South Af (Read More)rica’s economy.

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Boating & Cruises

Cruise along the Cape Town in a catamaran, taking in the spectacular views at sunset. The boat trip offers stunning sights of the city and the Table Mountains in the distance. Most cruises start from the V&A Waterfront and are usually of 1-2 hours.

Tours starting from
₹1,110

3.7 /5

19 km from city center

Hills & Valleys

One of the most fantastic roads in the world, the Chapman Peak's drive is quite an experience for the travellers. The convoluted road which stretches for around nine metres displays the most fascinating view of the blue ocean and the great mountain peaks

Tours starting from
₹3,292

Great For Family Outing 4.4 /5

12 km from city center

Vineyards

Groot Constantia, established in 1685, is the oldest wine estate in South Africa, located in the Constantia Valley, Cape Town. It was originally founded by Simon van der Stel, the first governor of the Cape Colony. Visitors can explore the historic manor house, the wine cellars, and beautiful grounds, while learning about the estate's rich history and winemaking traditions.

Cable Car

Apart from hiking, the Table Mountains can be reached via the Table Mountain Cable Car. It offers a 5-minute ride to the top of the mountain with breathtaking view of Cape Town. It operates seven days a week and starts from the lower station at Tafelberg Road. There is a self-service buffet cafe at the top with a picnic area.

Tours starting from
₹3,672

4.2 /5

32 km from city center

Town

Stellenbosch is a vibrant town in Western Cape and also the second oldest town in South Africa. It is known for its splendid beauty, culture, art, and most importantly, its wine and wine cellars. It is also called the City of Oaks or Eikestad because of the many oak trees that are found in the town.

Tours starting from
₹3,416

Things To Do

Take a helicopter ride over the Cape Peninsula with stunning aerial views of the Table Mountain and the Cape of Good Hope. Several companies offer helicopter tours between R1475 and R4430 per person.

Tours starting from
₹1,110

Instagram Worthy 4.3 /5

1 km from city center

Museum

The Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum in Cape Town, South Africa, is dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, home to the Cape Malay community. Established in 1978, the museum is housed in a historic building that was once a townhouse dating back to the 19th century. It showcases the history, traditions, and contributions of the Malay people, highlighting their role in shaping (Read More) the city's identity.

4.2 /5

7 km from city center

Beach

Almost 6 kilometres away from the busy city centre, Clifton and the beaches of Camps Bay attract one and all. It is a pricey are with some of the most lavish real estate built along the spectacular white sand beaches, attracting locals and foreigners alike.

Tours starting from
₹1,372

4.3 /5

0 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

The Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town, South Africa, is the oldest colonial building in the country, dating back to the 17th century. Built by the Dutch East India Company between 1666 and 1679, it served as a military stronghold and later as a government center. The castle features exhibits on the history of Cape Town, Dutch colonialism, and the military.

4.0 /5

1 km from city center

Shopping Market

Greenmarket Square is a historical square in Cape Town known for its lively market filled with stalls selling clothes, jewellery, food, and knick-knacks. Live music is a salient feature of Greenmarket Square, with free formal concerts and buskers and musicians playing on the streets throughout the day.

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₹4,697

4.2 /5

3 km from city center

Shopping Market

Located in the red-bricked factory, the Old Biscuit Mill is a bustling arena, filled with restaurants, boutiques, souvenir shops, craft shops, and art stores. Situated in Woodstock, Cape Town, the area is known for its lively atmosphere. Apart from the stores, there are local stalls serving street food such as churros, doughnuts, Korean delicacies, pasta, and, more.

4.0 /5

17 km from city center

Art Gallery

The Norval Foundation is a contemporary art museum and centre located in Steenberg, on the slopes of the Table Mountain. It exhibits 20th and 21st-century art by African artists. The building itself is spectacular. Along with the art gallery, it also features a library, a sculpture garden, an amphitheatre children’s playground, a picnic area and a restaurant.

4.2 /5

12 km from city center

Beach

The Llandudno Beach is a quiet and undisturbed beach located in the suburbs of Cape Town. With no street lights, shops or restaurants, this beach is for those who enjoy the tranquillity of untouched natural surroundings. Surrounded by granite boulders that overlook the mountains, the beach is well-known for surfing.

Tours starting from
₹2,733

4.0 /5

22 km from city center

Village

St. James is a seaside village on the Cape Peninsula situated between the rocky shore and a steep mountain. It lies just past Muizenberg enroute to Kalk Bay and is famous for its beautiful beach, Victorian-era bathing boxes, colourful beach huts, rock pools and surf spots. The area right above the town is also very popular for hiking.

Tours starting from
₹1,110

Top Things To Do 4.3 /5

33 km from city center

Being one of the shark cage diving capitals of the world, Cape town gives a plethora of opportunities to travellers of coming so close with the great white sharks. Thrill lovers and adventurous people may go to Simon's town, Seal Island, Dyer Island or Gansbaai, to experience the most thrilling and quite scary shark cage diving.

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₹11,358

4.0 /5

46 km from city center

Farms & Plantations

Vergelegen Wine Estate is known for its themed tours, fine dining restaurants and vineyards. It is located in Somerset West and is one of the most beautiful wine farms in the Western Cape. The Estate offers wine tours, wine tasting, romantic picnics and breathtaking views. It also boasts a fine dining restaurant called Rose Terrace Bistro.

Tours starting from
₹3,416

3.7 /5

20 km from city center

Beach

Noordhoek Beach is known for its vast, sandy shores, and the wreck of a steamship called Kakapo at the Southern end. It is located on Chapman Peak’s Drive in Cape Town. Since it is a windy beach, surfing, dolphin spotting, horse riding and kite flying are popular activities. The beach is bordered by the Kommetjie Lighthouse and is best visited around sunset. Car parking and toilets are available, (Read More)but beach shacks are not.

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₹2,733

4.0 /5

24 km from city center

Beach

Fish Hoek Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Cape Town, located in the False Bay area of Cape Peninsula. It is known for surfing, kayaking, sunbathing, fishing and angling. There is a children’s play area at the Southern end. Between June and November, Southern Right Whales can be spotted here.

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₹2,733

4.0 /5

9 km from city center

Shopping Mall

The Canal Walk Shopping Centre is one of the largest shopping plazas in Africa. It is located on Century Boulevard, Cape Town. With more than 400 stores, 20 cinema theatres, a gaming arcade, and numerous restaurants, it is popular thing to do.

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₹2,515

4.1 /5

52 km from city center

Monument

The Afrikaans Language Monument was built to celebrate the history of the Afrikaans language. It is located in the picturesque region of Paarl in the Western Cape province. The uniquely constructed monument is famous for its convex and concave structures portraying the influence of different languages and cultures on Afrikaans through the decades.

31 km from city center

Beach

Scarborough Beach is the jewel of Cape Town in the tiny hamlet of Scarborough. This beach is just a walk away from Cape Point Nature Reserve and is famous for surfing. It has long sandy beaches, crystal clear water of the Atlantic ocean, and a spectacular backdrop of the rocky mountains.

Tours starting from
₹2,733

Grandwest Casino and Entertainment World

4.3 /5

11 km from city center

Casino

Grandwest Casino & Entertainment is the largest entertainment destination in Cape Town. It is located along Goodwood, just a drive from the city centre. It has 1802 smart card slot machines, 50 tables with various games, ice skating, game arcade, laser tag, and the latest movies at the CineCentre. There is also a ten-pin bowling in the magic bowling area.

Tours starting from
₹598

17 km from city center

Nature

Tygerberg Nature Reserve is hidden in the hills of the northern suburb of Cape Town. This reserve is famous for birdwatching and hiking. From the top, experience breathtaking views of the city of Table mountain and Robbin Island. False Bay coastline is also visible if there's a clear sky.

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₹2,733

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What are the top hotels in Cape town?

There are 3226 Hotels in Cape town which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Cape town are Boutique@10, Pinoak Cottage, 121 Ocean View Drive Studio Apartment, Kylemore 405 B, Apartment 706 Cape Royale Residence, More Quarters Hotel. You can see all the hotels in Cape town here

What are the top activities in Cape town?

The top activities in Cape town are The Official Cape Town City Pass (2, 3, or 5 Days), Cape Peninsula Day Tour, Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass, Cape Peninsula Half Day Tour , Cape Town City with Table Mountain Day Tour, Cape Winelands Half Day Tour from Cape Town .

How can I commute within Cape town?

Getting around Cape Town is a real breeze. Golden Arrow buses are used within city limits. There are also City Sightseeing buses to take you around popular spots. The Metrorail is also used to get around Cape Town. Minibuses are very affordable, but are always packed. Another option would be to travel by taxi, which charge you by the kilometre.
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How much does a package cost for Cape town?

The packages for Cape town start at INR 62993 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What are the top sightseeing places in Cape town?

The top sightseeing places in Cape town are Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Clifton and Camps Bay Beaches, The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Signal Hill and the Noon Gun, Chapman's Peak Drive.

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42 Places to Visit In Cape Town

1. Shop & Eat at V&A Waterfront

2. Hike to the Table Mountain

3. Two Oceans Aquarium

4. Explore Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

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5. Robben Island Tour

6. Cape of Good Hope

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7. District Six Museum

8. Meet Penguins at Boulders Beach

9. Hike to the Lion's Head

10. Day Trip to Cape Point

11. Hout Bay

12. Enjoy Panoramic View from Signal Hill

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13. Iziko South African Museum

14. Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa

15. Visit the Colourful Bo-Kaap

16. Ride the Cape Wheel

17. Green Point Park

18. Learn to Surf at Muizenberg

19. Cape Town Diamond Museum

20. Sunset Cruise

21. Drive Along Chapman's Peak Drive

22. Groot Constantia-Trust

23. Table Mountain Cable Car

24. Wine Tour at Stellenbosch

25. Helicopter Tour of Cape Peninsula

26. Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum

27. Relax at Clifton and Camps Bay Beaches

28. Castle of Good Hope

29. Shopping at Greenmarket Square

30. The Old Biscuit Mill

31. Norval Foundation

32. Llandudno Beach

33. St. James Cape Town

34. Shark Cage Diving

35. Vergelegen Wine Estate

36. Noordhoek Beach

37. Fish Hoek Beach

38. Canal Walk Shopping Center

39. Afrikaans Language Monument

40. Scarborough Beach

41. Grandwest Casino and Entertainment World

42. Tygerberg Nature Reserve

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