Things to do in Western Cape

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Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town

Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 928 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,161 per adult
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Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off

Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off

Activity duration is 4 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 16 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,686 per adult
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Cape Town Full Day Big Five Game Safari with Lunch

Cape Town Full Day Big Five Game Safari with Lunch

Activity duration is 9 hours
8.6 out of 10 with 77 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 14,128 per adult
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Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel

Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 25 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,468 per adult
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Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 35 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,723 per adult
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What to do in Western Cape

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Table Mountain

9.6/5 (2,253 reviews)
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
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Where to stay in Western Cape

Find the best Western Cape areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.

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Camps Bay

The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

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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 Pavillion might round out your trip.

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Cape Town City Centre

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 Houses of Parliament, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

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Green Point

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

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Oudtshoorn

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Stellenbosch

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Knysna

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Paarl

A town with industrial buildings, a river, and surrounding hills.

Caledon

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Clanwilliam

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Ceres

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