Top 10 Activities in Cape Town
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the city and the sea from Table Mountain
Table Mountain is the local mountain of Cape Town, at the southern end of the Cape of Good Hope, whose highest point lies over 1000m above sea level. Take the cable car up to the top to quite simply enjoy the incredible view of the city and the sea. The journey up is an experience in itself, as the cable car revolves and provides you with a 360-degree view. These pictures will stay in your memory.
Get amused in Long Street
Head off to the amusement area of the city. Long Street, close to the school, provides for pure entertainment with bars, cafes, discos and restaurants. Particularly worth seeing is also the extraordinary Victorian architecture with verandas, churches and noble villas.
Be "locked up" on Robben Island
Even if Nelson Mandela unwillingly spent 27 years of his life here, you will most certainly be glad to come here. Following a 30-minute boat trip, you reach the island, which has a surface area of 5km2, which belongs to UNESCO World Heritage. Look forward to a breathtaking panorama of Cape Town and Table Bay. On the programme, you must absolutely include a tour through the former prison premises with a visit of the 5m2 cell of Nelson Mandela.
An exotic safari if ever there was one
Travel to the Karro Mountains and look forward to exotic animal life after a two hour journey. In this nature preservation area, you will „meet“ the most exceptional animal species, from lions to leopards and buffalo to elephants. Suitable for a day excursion as well as with interesting accommodation possibilities. Pure exoticism.
Entertainment and cosmopolitan atmosphere at the Waterfront
Head off in the direction of the water to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The restored harbour district around the two historical basins of the harbour has been experiencing a revival since the 1990s and has therefore become a famous centre which attract both tourists and locals alike. Apart from the diverse entertainment offer, delicious restaurants, as well as many shops, some museums, must-see buildings and the Two Oceans Aquarium, where you can experience the sea flora and fauna up close, await you. Last but not least, the panorama from the Waterfront will amaze you.
Let’s go to the beach
Enough of the hectic city hustle and bustle? Would you like to go sunbathing or relax or do some water sports? Then there’s nothing better than to head off to the Camps Bay and Clifton districts, which are known for their sandy beaches and bays. If you feel like it, an exciting nightlife also awaits you.
In wine lies the truth
For those who don’t already know, South Africa is a significant wine producer with delicious wines at affordable prices. Many wine-producing regions – such as Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl – are all near to Cape Town. Treat yourself therefore to a day in the wonderful romantic nature and taste one or other of the noble wines directly from the winegrowers. But attention, don’t look too deeply into the glass, as such aromas can lead you quickly into temptation.
Look whales in the eye
From July to December, South Africa is home to southern right whales, these huge and yet cute whales, which travel (or better put, swim) from as far away as Antartica. Make a boat trip and come close to these imposing sea creatures. Emotions, like in a story book.
Meet the African penguins
South Africa is home to some colonies of African penguins, an approximately 60cm high cute penguin species with noticeable black and white colouring. The most famous are found on Boulder’s Beach, only a 20 minute drive from Cape Town, on the Cape Peninsula. Come close to these cute birds on this wonderful beach. You surely haven’t seen anything like this before.
Discover all the colours of the rainbow in Boo Kaap
Visit this multicultural and historical district of Cape Town. This district, with the cobblestone streets, brightly coloured houses and a mosque, gives rise to a special atmosphere and provides especially for an enduring memory.
Table Mountain is the local mountain of Cape Town, at the southern end of the Cape of Good Hope, whose highest point lies over 1000m above sea level. Take the cable car up to the top to quite simply enjoy the incredible view of the city and the sea. The journey up is an experience in itself, as the cable car revolves and provides you with a 360-degree view. These pictures will stay in your memory.
Get amused in Long Street
Head off to the amusement area of the city. Long Street, close to the school, provides for pure entertainment with bars, cafes, discos and restaurants. Particularly worth seeing is also the extraordinary Victorian architecture with verandas, churches and noble villas.
Be "locked up" on Robben Island
Even if Nelson Mandela unwillingly spent 27 years of his life here, you will most certainly be glad to come here. Following a 30-minute boat trip, you reach the island, which has a surface area of 5km2, which belongs to UNESCO World Heritage. Look forward to a breathtaking panorama of Cape Town and Table Bay. On the programme, you must absolutely include a tour through the former prison premises with a visit of the 5m2 cell of Nelson Mandela.
An exotic safari if ever there was one
Travel to the Karro Mountains and look forward to exotic animal life after a two hour journey. In this nature preservation area, you will „meet“ the most exceptional animal species, from lions to leopards and buffalo to elephants. Suitable for a day excursion as well as with interesting accommodation possibilities. Pure exoticism.
Entertainment and cosmopolitan atmosphere at the Waterfront
Head off in the direction of the water to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The restored harbour district around the two historical basins of the harbour has been experiencing a revival since the 1990s and has therefore become a famous centre which attract both tourists and locals alike. Apart from the diverse entertainment offer, delicious restaurants, as well as many shops, some museums, must-see buildings and the Two Oceans Aquarium, where you can experience the sea flora and fauna up close, await you. Last but not least, the panorama from the Waterfront will amaze you.
Let’s go to the beach
Enough of the hectic city hustle and bustle? Would you like to go sunbathing or relax or do some water sports? Then there’s nothing better than to head off to the Camps Bay and Clifton districts, which are known for their sandy beaches and bays. If you feel like it, an exciting nightlife also awaits you.
In wine lies the truth
For those who don’t already know, South Africa is a significant wine producer with delicious wines at affordable prices. Many wine-producing regions – such as Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl – are all near to Cape Town. Treat yourself therefore to a day in the wonderful romantic nature and taste one or other of the noble wines directly from the winegrowers. But attention, don’t look too deeply into the glass, as such aromas can lead you quickly into temptation.
Look whales in the eye
From July to December, South Africa is home to southern right whales, these huge and yet cute whales, which travel (or better put, swim) from as far away as Antartica. Make a boat trip and come close to these imposing sea creatures. Emotions, like in a story book.
Meet the African penguins
South Africa is home to some colonies of African penguins, an approximately 60cm high cute penguin species with noticeable black and white colouring. The most famous are found on Boulder’s Beach, only a 20 minute drive from Cape Town, on the Cape Peninsula. Come close to these cute birds on this wonderful beach. You surely haven’t seen anything like this before.
Discover all the colours of the rainbow in Boo Kaap
Visit this multicultural and historical district of Cape Town. This district, with the cobblestone streets, brightly coloured houses and a mosque, gives rise to a special atmosphere and provides especially for an enduring memory.
