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Greenmarket Square, Cape Town Central
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #71 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
3.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Greenmarket Square is one of Cape town's oldest markets, full of crafts, jewelry, clothing and curios at a great value.
Attraction type  Flea/ Street Markets; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
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The Labia
Ollie #72 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  91.2 miles from city center
Premier Classe Train, Cape Town Central
Ollie #73 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
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Kommetjie, Cape Town Central
Ollie #74 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
Clovelly Country Club, Kalk Bay
Ollie #75 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
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World of Birds, Cape Town Central
As featured in Cape Town for young kids
Ollie #76 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
3.5 of 5 stars 49 reviews
Wild life sanctuary and home to a wide variety of bird life.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  93.6 miles from city center
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Slave Lodge, Cape Town Central
Ollie #77 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: The Slave Lodge is one of the oldest buildings in Cape Town and was previously known as the South African Cultural History Museum. The lower level of...... more » Owner description: The Slave Lodge is one of the oldest buildings in Cape Town and was previously known as the South African Cultural History Museum. The lower level of this museum explores the long history of slavery in South Africa. Through changing, temporary exhibitions the museum addresses issues around and raises awareness of human rights.The upper level galleries as well as other spaces in the museum will be renewed in the coming years and currently showcases some highlights from the museums ceramics, silverware and Egyptology collections. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  90.6 miles from city center
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St. James Beach, Cape Town Central
Ollie #78 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
White Shark Projects, Cape Town Central
Ollie #79 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Owner description: White Shark Projects welcomes local and international tourists, divers and non-divers … anyone who wishes to encounter, dive with, or view white...... more » Owner description: White Shark Projects welcomes local and international tourists, divers and non-divers … anyone who wishes to encounter, dive with, or view white sharks in a safe and professional environment. White Shark Projects was established in 1989 and is a world-leading organisation that focuses on the conservation of great white sharks through responsible tourism and research. Expect excellent customer service, good value and operational efficiency. « less
Attraction type  Aquariums
South African Museum and Planetarium, Cape Town Central
Ollie #80 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: The South African Museum houses more than one and a half million specimens of scientific importance. The collections now range from fossils almost...... more » Owner description: The South African Museum houses more than one and a half million specimens of scientific importance. The collections now range from fossils almost 700-million years old to insects and fish caught last week. There are also stone tools made by people 120 000 years ago, traditional clothes from the last century, and T-shirts printed yesterday.The Planetarium, which is housed in the South African Museum building, is a celestial theatre in the round, utilising the complex Minolta star machine and multiple projectors to transport the audience through the wonders of the universe. The ultimate in armchair travel.Inside the domed auditorium, we can recreate the night sky, so whatever the weather outside, the Planetarium sky is always clear, an extraordinary audio-visual experience for old and young. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Observatories/ Planetariums
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Adderly Street, Cape Town Central
Ollie #81 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
This street has always been Cape Town’s main street, from its earliest days as an elegant shady walkway to its present dense throng of storefronts.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
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South African National Gallery, Cape Town Central
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Ollie #82 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
3.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: South Africa's premier art museum houses outstanding collections of South African, African, British, French, Dutch and Flemish art.Selections from the...... more » Owner description: South Africa's premier art museum houses outstanding collections of South African, African, British, French, Dutch and Flemish art.Selections from the Permanent Collection change regularly to enable the museum to have a full programme of temporary exhibitions of paintings, works on paper, photography, sculpture, beadwork, textiles and architecture. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  91.0 miles from city center
Great White Shark - Cage Diving
Ollie #83 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Steamboat Vicky, Cape Town Central
Ollie #84 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Ships
Distance  90.8 miles from city center
Hilton Spa Boutique, Cape Town Central
Ollie #85 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: Situated next to the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, Hilton Spa Boutique prides itself on its uncompromising approach to the health and beauty...... more » Owner description: Situated next to the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! Cape Town, Hilton Spa Boutique prides itself on its uncompromising approach to the health and beauty industry.With its “back to basics” philosophy, high level of commitment to service excellence accompanied by an affordable menu, sensational urban location, impeccably trained therapists, the Hilton spa becomes every spa seekers favourite destination. « less
Attraction type  Spas
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Sandy Bay, Cape Town Central
As featured in Cape Town off the beaten path
Ollie #86 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: Sandy Bay is the unofficial "nudist beach", kept private by no direct vehicle access. This highly inaccessible beach offers a tranquil setting and a...... more » Owner description: Sandy Bay is the unofficial "nudist beach", kept private by no direct vehicle access. This highly inaccessible beach offers a tranquil setting and a good break for surfing. « less
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  90.7 miles from city center
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Spirit of Victoria, Cape Town Central
Ollie #87 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
58 foot Gaff Rigged Schooner operating from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront , Cape Town.Daily Sunset Champagne Cruises and Charters
Attraction type  Ships; Tours
Distance  75.9 miles from city center
Fish Hoek Mountain, Fish Hoek
Ollie #88 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Mountains
Sanccob - Penguin Rehabilitation Center, Table View
Ollie #89 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Simon's Town Museum, Simon's Town
Ollie #90 of 160 attractions in Cape Town
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Another Dutch East India Company property, this former governor’s home contains crafts and artifacts illustrating local cultural heritage.
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  91.0 miles from city center
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