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Table Mountain, Cape Town Central
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town
Ollie #1 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 1,336 reviews

Cape Town is one of the top 10 of the world's best  cities and Table Mountain helps put it there and a must for anybody visiting. There are many routes to get up the mountain but... more »

Attraction type  Mountains; Lookouts; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; National Parks
Distance  89.4 miles from city center
Cape Town Wine Tours, Milnerton
Ollie #2 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 70 reviews
Owner description: We are a South African - Cape Town-based - tour operator with a serious passion for wine which allows us to offer our clients unique gourmet wine and...... more » Owner description: We are a South African - Cape Town-based - tour operator with a serious passion for wine which allows us to offer our clients unique gourmet wine and dine experiences – whether it is on a one day wine tour in Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, or a three or five day wine tour that covers the entire Cape Wine region. We have daily Wineland tours departing from Cape Town and can cater for all wine lovers from the wine novice to the wine connoisseur. « less
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Table Mountain Walks, Cape Town Central
Ollie #3 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 269 reviews

No one should walk up Table Mountain without someone who knows the route although the routes are reasonably marked and only unseasoned walkers would have any problems. The only... more »

Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  81.8 miles from city center
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City Sightseeing Cape Town, Cape Town Central
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Ollie #4 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 467 reviews
Owner description: Experience the best way to see Cape Town. Our red open-top buses take you on hop-on, hop-off tours: Red City Tour via Table Mountain and scenic Blue...... more » Owner description: Experience the best way to see Cape Town. Our red open-top buses take you on hop-on, hop-off tours: Red City Tour via Table Mountain and scenic Blue Mini Peninsula Tour via Kirstenbosch and Camps Bay. Create your own wish list and itinerary from over 100 'things to do & see' on our travel website! Secure online tickets available at discounted rates! « less
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Distance  91.0 miles from city center
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Cape Town Central
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #5 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 711 reviews
Owner description: Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in...... more » Owner description: Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world. The 528 hectares estate includes a cultivated garden and a nature reserve. The developed garden displays collections of southern African plants including many rare and endangered species. There are also visitor facilities in the garden including restaurants, a nursery, a gift shop, a bookshop and a permanent Zimbabwean stone sculpture exhibition. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  89.3 miles from city center
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Cape of Good Hope, Table Mountain National Park
Ollie #6 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 543 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations; Bridges
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
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Lion's Head, Cape Town Central
Ollie #7 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 149 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
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Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Cape Town Central
As featured in Day trips from Cape Town
Ollie #8 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 238 reviews
Comprising nearly 20,000 wild acres of steep cliffs and hiking trails, this legendary peninsula is part of Cape Peninsula National Park.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; National Parks; Hiking Trails; Castles; Bodies of Water
Distance  91.9 miles from city center
Langa Township, Cape Town Central
As featured in Cape Town off the beaten path
Ollie #9 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 195 reviews
Owner description: Langa is a suburb of Cape Town that was established and designated for Black Africans before apartheid. It is a culturally and historically important...... more » Owner description: Langa is a suburb of Cape Town that was established and designated for Black Africans before apartheid. It is a culturally and historically important urban area. « less
Attraction type  Neighborhoods
Greenpoint Park and Biodiversity Garden, Cape Town Central
Ollie #10 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Owner description: The urban park was one of the legacy projects of the FIFA World Cup 2010. The area is adjacent to the Cape Town Stadium and has stunning views of both...... more » Owner description: The urban park was one of the legacy projects of the FIFA World Cup 2010. The area is adjacent to the Cape Town Stadium and has stunning views of both the stadium as well as Signal Hill. Lovely place to bring the kids to excercise or to have a picnic. It is also a learning experience for young and old. The garden is separated into ‘People and Plants’, ‘Wetlands’ and ‘Discovering Biodiversity’. The park hours are from 7 to 7 with visible security. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Vergelegen Estate, Somerset West
Ollie #11 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Spectacular views, a tea garden, a tour and fine wines draw tourists to this historic estate.
Attraction type  Wineries
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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Cape Town Central
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #12 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 336 reviews
Cape Town Mountain’s cable cars are a popular way to see some panoramic views.
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  90.2 miles from city center
Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town Central
Ollie #13 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
As featured in Cape Town for free and 1 other guide
Ollie #14 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 760 reviews
Owner description: The V&A Waterfront is one of Africa’s most visited cultural and historical hubs. Set among a natural working harbour with the iconic Table Mountain as...... more » Owner description: The V&A Waterfront is one of Africa’s most visited cultural and historical hubs. Set among a natural working harbour with the iconic Table Mountain as its backdrop, it offers local and international visitors a cosmopolitan mixed-bag of experiences ranging from tourism and leisure, retail shopping and exclusive entertainment. Its prime positioning, which boasts panoramic views of the ocean, city bowl and mountain peaks, has earned it numerous local and international awards and is among reasons why up to 100 000 people visit every day during peak season. With 22 official landmarks on-site, it is also part of South Africa’s historical legacy. « less
Attraction type  Neighborhoods; Marinas; Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Signal Hill, Cape Town Central
As featured in Cape Town for free
Ollie #15 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 202 reviews
Owner description: Signal Hill is so named because it was a site for flying flags to communicate weather conditions, thus providing opportune vistas of spectacular...... more » Owner description: Signal Hill is so named because it was a site for flying flags to communicate weather conditions, thus providing opportune vistas of spectacular views. « less
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
Camp's Bay Beach, Camps Bay
Ollie #16 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 145 reviews
Owner description: Just up Kloof Nek Road from the center of town is this thriving beach community. Plenty of trendy nightclubs, shops and cafes bring diners and...... more » Owner description: Just up Kloof Nek Road from the center of town is this thriving beach community. Plenty of trendy nightclubs, shops and cafes bring diners and shoppers, while tranquil seas and fine white sand draw sun worshippers and swimmers. « less
Attraction type  Beaches
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Abseil Africa, Table Mountain National Park
As featured in Cape Town off the beaten path
Ollie #17 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Awesome views surround this rappelling experience into vertical space from atop Table Mountain. A must for true adventurers and thrill seekers.
Attraction type  Other
Distance  87.8 miles from city center
Clifton Beach, Cape Town Central
As featured in Cape Town for free
Ollie #18 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 131 reviews

Clifton has 4 beaches, each of which is a little beach on it's own, separated by boulders.  Fourth beach is the most common one.  Although the setting is idyllic, the water is... more »

Attraction type  Beaches
Boulders Beach, Cape Town Central
As featured in Day trips from Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #19 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 453 reviews
Owner description: The sheltered inlet of Boulders Beach is located in the Cape peninsula near Simon's Town. Here exists a protected colony of African penguins which can...... more » Owner description: The sheltered inlet of Boulders Beach is located in the Cape peninsula near Simon's Town. Here exists a protected colony of African penguins which can be viewed in their natural habitat via wooden walkways. There is also an excellent beach for swimming nearby. « less
Attraction type  Beaches
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District Six Museum, Cape Town Central
Ollie #20 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 95 reviews
Owner description: The apartheid nationalist government destroyed District Six in the 1960s. This memorial museum contains maps, photographs and other reminders of this...... more » Owner description: The apartheid nationalist government destroyed District Six in the 1960s. This memorial museum contains maps, photographs and other reminders of this old vibrant neighborhood. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Museums; Specialty Museums
Distance  90.6 miles from city center
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