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May
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49°F 9°C
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Table Mountain
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town
Ollie #1 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
5 of 5 stars 1,332 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  4.9 miles from city center
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Table Mountain Walks
Ollie #2 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
5 of 5 stars 268 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  4.2 miles from city center
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City Sightseeing Cape Town
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Ollie #3 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 466 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  7.3 miles from city center
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #4 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 709 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  3.8 miles from city center
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Cape of Good Hope, Table Mountain National Park
Ollie #5 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 542 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations; Bridges
Distance  6.5 miles from city center
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Lion's Head
Ollie #6 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 149 reviews
Attraction type  Mountains
Distance  6.5 miles from city center
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Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
As featured in Day trips from Cape Town
Ollie #7 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
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  18.7 miles from city center
Langa Township
As featured in Cape Town off the beaten path
Ollie #8 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
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
Ollie #9 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
5 of 5 stars 34 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
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Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #10 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 335 reviews
Cape Town Mountain’s cable cars are a popular way to see some panoramic views.
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  5.1 miles from city center
Table Mountain National Park
Ollie #11 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks
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Signal Hill
As featured in Cape Town for free
Ollie #12 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 201 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  6.5 miles from city center
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Abseil Africa, Table Mountain National Park
As featured in Cape Town off the beaten path
Ollie #13 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
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  10.8 miles from city center
Clifton Beach
As featured in Cape Town for free
Ollie #14 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 130 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
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town and 1 other guide
Ollie #15 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 450 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
Ollie #16 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 94 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  6.1 miles from city center
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Fairview Wines
Ollie #17 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 81 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  27.5 miles from city center
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Extreme Scene Day Trips
Ollie #18 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: We are your Cape Town One Stop Adventure Shop. Contact us for all your outdoor adventure needs and rest assured of an experience of a lifetime. Shark...... more » Owner description: We are your Cape Town One Stop Adventure Shop. Contact us for all your outdoor adventure needs and rest assured of an experience of a lifetime. Shark cage diving, tandem skydiving, tandem paragliding, quad biking, sand boarding, helicopter flights, safaris or even an awesome abseil from Table Mountain. We will even give good local advice and book your accommodation. Let us make your experience in Cape Town an enjoyable one and contact us as soon as you can. « less
Attraction type  Tours; Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Distance  6.6 miles from city center
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Groot Constantia
As featured in 3 days in Cape Town
Ollie #19 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4.5 of 5 stars 70 reviews
With two fine restaurants, an historic home and wine tasting events, this sprawling winery is a popular attraction.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  6.5 miles from city center
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Two Oceans Aquarium
As featured in Cape Town for young kids
Ollie #20 of 109 attractions in Cape Town Central
4 of 5 stars 230 reviews
South Africa’s largest aquarium is an educational and dramatic collection of exhibits and galleries; the weekly shark feeding is a popular attraction.
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  8.3 miles from city center
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