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Western Cape Attractions

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1. Camps Bay Beach

Enjoy the glorious soft sand, deep blue water and sophisticated ambiance of Camps Bay Beach. This attractive beach fronts Camps Bay, one of Cape Town’s most exclusive coastal suburbs. Mingle with the sun-kissed and well-heeled beachgoers, observe surfers and relax with a picnic while marveling at the spectacular natural setting.
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Camps Bay Beach showing a sandy beach and a coastal town

2. Clifton Bay Beach

Experience the pulsating heart of Cape Town’s beach scene at Clifton Bay Beach. Soak up the sun alongside a heady mix of tourists and the city’s beautiful people. Marvel at the views of rugged mountain peaks, including 2,195-feet (669-meter) tall Lion’s Head and the Twelve Apostles. Watch the luxury yachts bobbing in the piercing blue water of the Atlantic Ocean and gaze in awe at spectacular sunsets.
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Clifton Bay Beach showing a coastal town, rocky coastline and a sandy beach

3. Table Mountain

When you reach the top of Table Mountain, take a deep lungful of the crisp, mountain air more than 3,500 feet (1 kilometer) above sea level. Cast your eye out across Table Bay, with Cape Town and its curving coast stretching into the distance. The view is one of the most spectacular in the whole of Africa. Do note though that it can be considerably cooler at the summit.
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Table Mountain which includes landscape views and mountains

4. Cape Town Stadium

Cape Town Stadium is a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment arena that dominates the landscape of Cape Town’s Green Point district. Built as a venue for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, today this 55,000-capacity stadium springs to life when it hosts regular soccer and rugby matches. Cape Town Stadium is also a location for performances by world-famous bands and musicians.
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Cape Town Stadium which includes a sunset and a city

5. Long Street

Long Street is a historic avenue with diverse international restaurants and eclectic nightlife options. With its bookstores, second-hand shops and ethnic dining establishments, it has a bohemian atmosphere and an important place in local history. Hear how the theaters on this street are renowned for having put on anti-apartheid plays in the 1970s.
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Long Street

6. Boulders Beach

At Boulders Beach, get ready to capture that perfect penguin photograph as members of the large, African penguin colony that inhabit these sands waddle their way to and from the ocean. Few places in the world offer such intimate encounters with these creatures. With safe swimming and stunning scenery on offer as well, Boulders Beach is well worth the 25-mile (40-kilometer) trip from Cape Town.
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Boulders Beach which includes marine life, rugged coastline and a sandy beach

7. Cape of Good Hope

Stand at the top of the 650 foot (200 meter) high cliffs at the Cape of Good Hope and you can well imagine the trepidation felt by the early sailors who navigated this coast on their way to India. Look down to the crashing waves and swirling ocean currents. This is an awe-inspiring place, with wild ostriches, baboons and Cape zebras adding to the area’s rugged scenery.
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Cape of Good Hope featuring waves and a pebble beach

What to do in Western Cape

Things to Do in Western Cape with Kids

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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront featuring a marina

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Explore the oldest working harbour in the Southern Hemisphere, offering shopping, dining, and attractions like Battery Park, the 1882 clock tower, and Zeitz MOCAA contemporary art museum.

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

Camps Bay

4.5/5(61 area reviews)

Affluent suburb with a picturesque bay, Camps Bay offers a variety of beaches, including the popular Camps Bay Beach and Glen Beach for surfing. Explore the open-air curio market at Koeël Bay and enjoy picnics at Oudekraal, all near hotels, restaurants, and shops.

Camps Bay
Sea Point

Sea Point

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

Bring the kids to the playgrounds and cafés in this dynamic, rejuvenated coastal area in the shadow of a mossy mountain.

Sea Point
Cape Town City Centre

Cape Town City Centre

4/5(484 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 Cape Town City Hall and Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town Stadium which includes a city and a sunset

Green Point

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

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

Green Point
Cape Town which includes a city and night scenes

City Bowl

The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Kloof Street while you're exploring the area.

City Bowl

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Western Cape on a sunny day?
What to do in Western Cape on a rainy day?
Try one or two of these excellent indoor activities and you'll forget all about the damp weather:


What is Western Cape famous for?
Table Mountain lives up to its reputation as an iconic attraction that you simply can't miss.
What should I not miss in Western Cape?
If you're eager to explore the best of this place, slot these attractions into your schedule:

  • Boulders Beach
  • Robben Island
  • Cape of Good Hope
  • Cape Town Stadium

Are there cheap things to do in Western Cape?
If you're on a strict budget, be sure to add these cheap and cheerful experiences to your itinerary:


What can you do in Western Cape for free?
You could store your wallet in the hotel safe for the day, because these terrific attractions can be seen for nothing:

  • Table Mountain
  • Boulders Beach
  • Cape of Good Hope
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre

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