Things to do in Western Cape

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

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

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

P3,359
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town
From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route

From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route

P1,773
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Stellenbosch: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour Southern Route
Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

P3,340
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries
Ex-Robben Island political prisoner briefing tourists about Robben Island history.

Robben Island Half Day Prison Tour with Pre-Booked ferry Ticket.

P4,665
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Robben Island Half Day Prison Tour with Pre-Booked ferry Ticket.
Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour

Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour

P8,770
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise

Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise

P1,474
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise
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Knysna: 75-Minute Lagoon Boat Cruise

P1,866
per adult
Knysna: 75-Minute Lagoon Boat Cruise
Cape Town: Sunset Cruise by Catamaran to Table Bay

Cape Town: Sunset Catamaran Cruise on Table Bay with Bubbles

P2,426
per adult
Cape Town: Sunset Catamaran Cruise on Table Bay with Bubbles
A basket of bowls of food

Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience

P10,225
per traveler
80% of travellers recommend
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
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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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Private & custom tours

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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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Wildlife & nature

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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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Water activities

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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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Classes & workshops

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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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A mountainous landscape with a town nestled at its base.

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 Two Oceans Aquarium or Clock Tower 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.

A coastal park with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

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

A waterfront café with outdoor seating, a canal, and a building with a tower.

Knysna

A mountain range with a prominent peak, a valley with fields, and a small white building in the foreground.

Paarl

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

Caledon

A rural road with a clear sky and distant mountains.

Clanwilliam

A white house with a stone wall and a vineyard in front, set against a snow-capped mountain.

Ceres

A rocky terrain with scattered puddles and sparse vegetation.

Citrusdal