Travel to Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town has about everything a visitor could want from a fantastic location with beautiful scenery to exciting activities both day and night. This city in South Africa has an interesting past and many historic sites to see. There are also great beaches, mountains to climb, plenty of shopping venues, and unique architecture. More on Cape Town tourist attractions here.

Cape Town Hotels

There are numerous Cape Town hotels located in the waterfront area. The city center and suburbs of Cape Town also have many hotels to choose from. Some stunning views can be seen from many hotels. Book hotel accommodation in Cape Town to suit you here.

Cape Town also offers many four and five star hotels, especially in the Camps Bay area. Many hotels provide superb amenities like spas, fitness options, pools, and more. Good deals on coastal vacation rentals here.

Highlights

• The beaches in Cape Town are one of the biggest draw cards. Camp’s Bay, Blouberg, and Muizenburg all offer beaches great for swimming or sunbathing.
• Visitors can hike up or take a cable car to the summit of Table Mountain, another key attraction for Cape Town.
• Lion’s Head is another climbable peak, while the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens at the foot of mountain makes a more relaxing activity.
• The Good Hope Castle, near the lovely neo-classic city hall, is perhaps the most historic of the city’s attractions.
• The District Six and Bo Kaap museums give visitors an interesting glimpse into the city's history.
• For nightlife activities, check out Long Street, lined with bars and restaurants, or the Victorian and Albert Waterfront, which is packed with restaurants, bars, hotels, and a shopping mall.

Day trips by hire car

Exploring the area around Cape Town is a must and easily done with a hire car. There are many car hire companies to choose from including Avis, National, and Budget. Reserve a hire car for Cape Town in advance here.

Day trip destinations are plentiful in the area. The Chapman’s Peak drive out to the Cape Point Reserve is one of the world’s most spectacular scenic routes and is best done by hire car.

Inland, the historic town of Stellenbosch is worth a look to check out the area's wine industry. Not too far by hire car is the former Huguenot settlement in the lovely Franschoek valley. For good rates on Cape Town car hire, go online.