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Camps Bay Beach is a broad stretch of palm tree-lined white sand bordering the bracing waters of the Atlantic ocean. Set at the foot of a spectacular series of mountain peaks, the Twelve Apostles, yet only 10 minutes from the c... more
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Ede and Morgan said
… beautiful day here - we spent the afternoon at Camps Bay Beach with a few other volunteers from the house… continue reading »
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This is the largest aquarium in South Africa, housing more than 300 marine species in impressive and informative displays. Watch seals playing underwater or the calm swaying of kelp forests filled with fish. Shark feeding time... more
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The Griswolds said
… the Two Oceans Aquarium which we found very relaxing to sit around and watch the fish. The Spidercrabs… continue reading »
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This is the oldest part of Cape Town's harbor, dating back to 1860. Although still a working harbor, it has transformed into one of Cape Town's prime attractions. Restaurants, bars and cafes abound, and if it's shopping you are... more
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Jim Stewart said
… and Alfred Waterfront in the rain. It took about 25 minutes. The V&A Waterfront is one of Cape Town… continue reading »
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This national monument was built in memory of Cecil John Rhodes, the former Prime Minister of the Cape Colony. It is situated on the eastern slopes of Devil's Peak on a portion of the land he set aside to preserve the beauty of... more
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The Cheng Family said
…>Sweets and Christmas baking that Mom brought along – DavidThe lovely outdoor café at the Rhodes Memorial site… continue reading »
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A leper colony, an asylum and a prison are some of Robben Island's incarnations during its turbulent history. It is located about 11km from Cape Town's harbour and is most famous as a penal institution that incarcerated many of... more
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Scott & Nancy said
… local museums and visiting Robben Island where Nelson Mandela and other politcal prisoners and others were… continue reading »
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Longwood Gardens is simply one of the world's great garden displays. Pierre S. du Pont devoted his life to horticulture. He bought a 19th-century arboretum and created the ultimate estate garden on 1,050 acres. You shoul... more
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Ratanga Junction is an amusement park with a South African twist. Rides like The Cobra, Monkey Falls, Tarantula, and Bar-One Bushwacker roller coaster offer white-knuckle excitement for kids of all ages. With over 30 attraction... more
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RocketF1 said
… to Ratanga Junction (Theme park) where i rode the cobra rollercoaster which was lots of fun. although… continue reading »
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If you look at Table Mountain from across the bay and use a bit of imagination you'll see that the peak to its right looks like a lion's head, connected by a body of land to a smaller conical peak, the lion's rump (known as Sig... more
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Karen Watkins said
…Black pigs and museum on the slopes of Signal Hill Saturday August 5th Leaders: Maré… continue reading »
Cape Town Travel Experiences
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Hike to Bos 400 wreck
If you’re looking for a hike with variety and something for children, this is the one: a shipwreck, a rock scramble, fantastic views and... Continue reading »
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Khayelitsha Township
(Ronnie's Story) Nick, his entire family and I did a tour of the largest, single township in South Africa- Khayelitsha. Our tour guide, J... Continue reading »
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Cape Town
Cape Town is of the most scenic cities I've ever been to. The backdrop of Table Mountain and the surrounding ocean encourages const... Continue reading »
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Hiking on Youth Day
After four days of miserable weather, Friday 16th - Youth Day was a glorious Cape winter day. The previous weekend two local hikers had s... Continue reading »
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Myburgh's Waterfall Ravine
Could be published in Die Buite BurgerEvery summer, between January and March, one of the most spectacular and recognisable flowers is in... Continue reading »
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Popular Cape Town Hotels
- Hotel Le Vendome
- Ritz Hotel
- The Twelve Apostles Hotel
- Cape Grace Hotel
- Portswood V And A Waterfront
- THE TABLE BAY HOTEL
- Vineyard
- Cape Town Lodge Hotel
- Protea Hotel President
- Don Beach Road
Popular Cape Town Things to Do
- Camps Bay Beach
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
- Rhodes Memorial
- Robben Island
- 169 on Long
- Cavendish Square
- Ratanga Junction
- Tygervalley Shopping Centre
- Signal Hill
Popular Cape Town Restaurants
- Mama Africa
- La Colombe
- Miller's Thumb
- Saigon
- Restaurant (The)
- Bukhara
- Five Flies
- Beluga
- L'Auberge Du Paysan
- La Petite Ferme
