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Cape Town

Cape Town featuring a city and night scenes
Cape Town showing general coastal views, a lighthouse and a coastal town
Cape Town which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Cape Town showing mountains and general coastal views
Cape Town which includes landscape views and a city

Popular places to visit

Long Street showing outdoor art

Long Street

Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.

Long Street
Castle of Good Hope showing chateau or palace as well as a small group of people

Castle of Good Hope

At one of South Africa’s oldest buildings, browse exhibitions about the history of Cape Town and walk on ramparts to enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain.

Castle of Good Hope
South African National Gallery

South African National Gallery

South African, African and Western European art are the big stars of this cultural attraction. Study hundreds of years of work by prominent artists.

South African National Gallery
Bree Street

Bree Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Bree Street during your stay in Cape Town. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's mountain views.

Bree Street
Bo Kaap Museum

Bo Kaap Museum

You can study the exhibits at Bo Kaap Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

Bo Kaap Museum
Cape Town City Hall

Cape Town City Hall

Listen to live music performances and admire regal architecture at this landmark structure, made famous after Nelson Mandela gave a speech from its balcony.

Cape Town City Hall

Things to do

Cable car ride - Table Mountain

Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town

P4,878
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Paragliding with The Tandem Flight Co.

Tandem Paragliding in Cape Town

P5,887
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tandem Paragliding in Cape Town
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket

Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket

P1,221
per adult
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel

Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel

P4,037
per adult
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
Franschhoek and Stellenbosch

Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

P2,674
per adult
Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries
Cape Town: Halfday African Penguin tour

Cape Town: Halfday African Penguin tour

P3,196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Town: Halfday African Penguin tour
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Top hotels in City Bowl

Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

5 out of 5
1 Wale Street, corner St Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is P14,873 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
P14,873
P17,275 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"I had the best ever check-in, in my long history of staying in five-star hotels, at the Taj by Zim. She provided a high-level personalised service. Even after I had checked in, she was always trying to provide something extra for me whenever she saw me. She also ensured I also received good service ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Taj Cape Town
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

4 out of 5
57 Heerengracht Street, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is P12,321 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
P12,321
P14,170 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Hotel Sky Cape Town

Hotel Sky Cape Town

3.5 out of 5
Lower Long St, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is P7,007 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
P7,007
P8,139 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (279 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Fancy lobby, although our room was pretty small, it was hard to get to one side of the bed due to the narrow room with the TV above. The water temperature could not be controlled so showering took forever, waiting for the right cycle. Either too cold or scalding hot most of the time. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Hotel Sky Cape Town
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

3.5 out of 5
24 Alfred Street, V& A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,230 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
P6,230
P7,236 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Ten mins walk from B&A Waterfront, easy spot for Ubers, lovely staff. Very comfortable bed. (Shame no fridge in room)"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

4 out of 5
12 Christiaan Barnard St, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is P6,902 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
P6,902
P7,938 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)
"The staff at this hotel are excellent. From Hotel Ops to the F&B team. Subisiswe (Guest relations mgr) , Allistair and Atwell (F&B) and Amelia (front desk) were standouts"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG

3 out of 5
101 St Georges Mall, Cnr of Church Str. and St George's, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is P3,828 per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
P3,828
P4,955 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (597 reviews)
"The location is great to all shopping places...Rooms are clean and good, shower room is little conjuested...break fast options are limited. The biggest problem is of not having the restaurant for dinner and hence need to order from outside.But still i found it good place to stay."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around City Bowl

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Cape Town City Centre

1/5(1 area review)

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Cape Town City Centre
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Gardens

The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.

Gardens
Lions Head

Tamboerskloof

Mountain views, gardens, and bars are some highlights of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring.

Tamboerskloof
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De Waterkant

De Waterkant is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while in the area.

De Waterkant
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront which includes a marina

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

The captivating mountain views and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Two Oceans Aquarium or Nelson Mandela Gateway might round out your trip.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Sea Point showing rugged coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Sea Point

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Swimming Pool might round out your trip.

Sea Point

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