{"id":8942,"date":"2020-01-30T15:08:43","date_gmt":"2020-01-30T15:08:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/what-to-do-in-cape-town-our-top-activities\/"},"modified":"2026-02-12T13:45:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T13:45:21","slug":"things-to-do-in-cape-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/south-africa\/travel-tips\/things-to-do-in-cape-town\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do in Cape Town?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Between ocean and mountains, Cape Town captivates with its energy, creativity and breathtaking panoramas. The cultural capital of South Africa<\/a>, the city blends grand nature, refined gastronomy and a cosmopolitan art de vivre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover our selection of 10 iconic experiences, curated by South African Travellers to explore Cape Town with style, curiosity and serenity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exploring the iconic beaches of the Cape<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Picture yourself on the Camps Bay promenade, feet in the warm sand, facing the turquoise sea and the Twelve Apostles rising proudly in the background. Just a few minutes’ walk away, the more secluded coves of Clifton Beach offer a chic and peaceful setting, perfect for a lazy afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The more sporty will appreciate the waves at Muizenberg, the heart of South African surfing, recognisable by its colourful beach huts. And for families, nothing beats a stroll at Boulders Beach, where African penguins roam freely along the water’s edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Discover the must-sees of Cape Town through the itineraries of our South Africa<\/a> destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scaling the summits of the Cape: Table Mountain and Lion’s Head<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Towering over the city, Table Mountain offers a spectacular panorama of the peninsula and the ocean. You can reach the top by panoramic cable car or, for the more adventurous, on foot via a well-maintained trail. A tip: choose a clear day and set off early in the morning to avoid the wind, which can be strong at this altitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another must-do: Lion’s Head, where an hour-long ascent rewards hikers with a 360-degree view of the Cape and its shimmering beaches. At sunrise or sunset, the spectacle is unforgettable — a moment to experience during your stay in Cape Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Taking the road to the Cape of Good Hope<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A mythical symbol of travel, the Cape of Good Hope is an excursion not to be missed. Ninety minutes’ drive from the city centre, the Cape Point Nature Reserve unfolds its spectacular cliffs, wild beaches and abundant wildlife, including baboons, ostriches and antelope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our itineraries, such as The South African Essentials<\/a>, often include this stop as part of a complete circuit, blending culture and exclusive experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feeling the pulse of the city centre<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The heart of Cape Town beats to the rhythm of its arty, cosmopolitan neighbourhoods. Bree Street and Kloof Street are home to the trendiest addresses: designer cafes, concept stores, cocktail bars and contemporary galleries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The V&A Waterfront, meanwhile, combines shopping, gastronomy and culture. It is here that you will find the remarkable Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, to discover in our dedicated travel notebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Savouring the Cape lifestyle: gastronomy and vineyards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cape Town is a foodie city where the culinary scene rivals the great gastronomic capitals. Inspired chefs reinterpret African flavours in starred restaurants or intimate author’s tables. Don’t miss a day in the Winelands, in Stellenbosch or Constantia, to discover the finest vintages, set against rolling landscapes and country lunches in the heart of the vineyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For an itinerary combining sea and wine route, discover our family travel<\/a> options, or our Garden Route circuit<\/a>, perfect for savouring South Africa in all its diversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Admiring the Cape from above<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those seeking a spectacular memory, nothing rivals a helicopter flight over the Cape<\/a>. Flying over Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Robben Island and the Cape of Good Hope is a concentrated burst of emotion and beauty. An experience we often recommend to our travellers during a romantic getaway or honeymoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nature always within reach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even in the heart of the city, nature is ever-present. The Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, nestled against Table Mountain, invites you to stroll among aloe-lined paths, elevated walkways and sunset concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The more adventurous can escape by kayak from Sea Point, to observe dolphins, seals and penguins in their natural habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Each experience is carefully woven into our personalised itineraries, combining wonder and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Going further<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cape Town is more than its panoramas. Behind its colourful facades lies a vibrant creative scene, from rooftops to galleries and hidden bars. Discover more in our travel notebooks, including The secret bars of the Cape<\/a>, an exclusive guide to enjoying the city differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In conclusion: the Cape, an art of living by South African Travellers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vibrant, creative and endlessly photogenic, Cape Town is much more than a simple travel stop — it is an experience in its own right. Our travel designers live here, explore it and reinvent it with every season to reveal its finest version to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact South African Travellers to design your tailor-made itinerary<\/a>, and let us guide you in the art of South African travel — authentic, elegant and deeply inspiring.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

This article gives you a day-by-day guide to Cape Town. The best part? A section for rainy days, with lots of indoor activities. Beach day at Clifton, a visit to the Zeitz MOCAA museum… discover our non-exhaustive to-do list.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":16322,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[719],"tags":[43,46,129,130],"post_type_filter":[451],"destination":[707],"thematic":[],"class_list":["post-8942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-must-do-must-see-en","tag-le-cap","tag-cape-town","tag-pluie","tag-top","post_type_filter-travel-tips","destination-south-africa"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8942"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8942\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":22400,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8942\/revisions\/22400"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16322"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8942"},{"taxonomy":"post_type_filter","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_type_filter?post=8942"},{"taxonomy":"destination","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/destination?post=8942"},{"taxonomy":"thematic","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.satravellers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/thematic?post=8942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}