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Cape Town

Between Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope, and penguin beaches: your guide to Cape Town.

View of Camps Bay in Cape Town

Our Cape Town City Check

  1. Flair

    Ocean views, mountain backdrops, buzzing neighborhoods, and a seriously relaxed pace of life — Cape Town has it all.

  2. Best Time to Visit

    October through April brings sunshine and warm summer temperatures — that's the sweet spot.

  3. How Long to Stay

    Plan for at least four to seven days to cover the city and the surrounding area properly.

  4. Price Level

    Moderate — and your money goes really far here. Cape Town offers excellent value compared to most major cities.

  5. Food

    Don't leave without trying fresh seafood on the waterfront and a proper South African braai in the evening.

  6. Getting Around

    Uber is cheap and reliable for most trips. For day tours and the Cape Peninsula, a rental car is the better call.