Where to stay

Stay in the City Bowl neighborhoods for an excellent introduction to Cape Town. The V&A Waterfront is the hub of activity on the waterfront with its many shopping, dining, and sightseeing opportunities. Look for a room in historic Bo-Kaap for its centuries-old mosques, incredible Cape Malay cuisine, and famous brightly colored, flat-roofed houses. If you're here for South Africa's fine wine, book a hotel in Constantia, Bergvliet, or Tokai, surrounding the Constantia wine route.

Creativity flows from every corner of Woodstock, where hotels neighbor art galleries, up-and-coming restaurants, and the country's best street art displays. Don't miss the weekly Neighbourgoods Market at the Old Biscuit Mill for tastes and souvenirs of the area. Look for a room in bustling Gardens and its renowned Kloof Street, brimming with galleries, pubs, and theaters. Consider Tamboerskloof for all the activities of the Gardens, but a quieter ambiance. Experience authentic local culture alongside incredible water views in seaside Hout Bay.

Residents and visitors bask in the sun at Cape Town's beautiful beach neighborhoods. Favorites include Three Anchor Bay for its Sea Point Promenade, the wind-protected Clifton beaches for their immaculate white sands, and Muizenberg for its famous Surfers Corner beach. For a quaint beachside vibe, look for accommodations in Kalk Bay. If raucous nightlife is more your style, stay in Clifton or Camps Bay, where popular restaurants, shops, and nightclubs line picturesque Beach Road.