{"id":7293,"date":"2023-02-27T17:06:56","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T17:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/?p=7293"},"modified":"2026-02-04T09:03:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T09:03:22","slug":"things-to-do-in-cape-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentbyowner.com\/journal\/things-to-do-in-cape-town\/","title":{"rendered":"Can’t Miss Things to Do in Cape Town"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cape Town<\/a> is renowned for its spectacular landscape, beautiful white sand beaches, and thriving cosmopolitan atmosphere, which is why it\u2019s one of South Africa\u2019s most popular tourist destinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The region is packed with visitors for most of the year, and it\u2019s particularly busy during the hot summer months of December through February. There\u2019s no shortage of attractions in the Western Cape<\/a>, from museums to mountain ranges and shopping centers to killer surf breaks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s easy to find activities to suit all ages and interests. The hardest part is choosing which sights to squeeze into a single trip. In this guide, we\u2019ve highlighted some of the best and most popular things to do in Cape Town to help you plan your vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Take In Table Mountain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Photo Credit: Kanuman<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table Mountain<\/a> serves as Cape Town\u2019s rugged backdrop and is an essential visit for every tourist. This 3,563-foot sandstone and slate mountain is one of the World’s New Seven Wonders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nIts flat top offers spectacular views of the surrounding region, including Devil\u2019s Peak and Lion\u2019s Head Mountain.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The western side of Table Mountain National Park<\/a> looms over the Cape Peninsula\u2019s Atlantic coastal resorts in a series of granite peaks known as the Twelve Apostles. Enthusiastic hikers take the Kasteelspoort hiking trail up this side of the mountain for incredible views of the Atlantic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nA far more popular route is the Platteklip Gorge trail which involves a steep and challenging climb up the mountain\u2019s front face. It takes you right the way up to Maclear\u2019s Beacon, the peak\u2019s highest point.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nIf hiking isn\u2019t for you, you can go up Table Mountain via cable car. The aerial cableway departs every 10 to 15 minutes. The cable cars rotate 360 degrees throughout the 5-minute journey so you can enjoy fantastic views of the mountain and surrounding Table Mountain National Park. The park is home to more than 1,470 species of flora and a diverse array of wildlife to spot, including baboons, caracals, and sub-nosed dassies.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nTip:<\/strong> It gets chilly at the summit of Table Mountain, so bring layers to keep warm. Winds can easily get strong enough that the cableway closes, so check the weather forecast and avoid visiting on windy days.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Discover the Tip of Africa at Cape Point<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Photo Credit: michaeljung<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cape Point<\/a> is the southernmost tip of Table Mountain National Park and the most southwesterly tip of Africa. It\u2018s around 37 miles south of the Mother City and undoubtedly worth a day trip to explore its wild, unspoiled landscape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nCape Point Nature Reserve<\/strong> is home to a huge variety of wildlife, including Cape Mountain zebras, baboons, mongooses, and over 250 species of bird. You can enjoy amazing panoramic views of the area when you take the Flying Dutchman Funicular up to Cape Point lighthouse.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nAnother must-visit spot near Cape Point is the Cape of Good Hope. This rocky headland is what divides the Atlantic Ocean and False Bay, and it offers beautiful views out to sea. Be sure to bring layers, as it can get very windy and chilly.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stroll in Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Photo Credit: Finn stock<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n