Top, Table Mountain. Table Mountain is the sign of Cape Town, it's a massive plateau neglecting the city below. Take the cable car up or if you're feeling up to it, hike.
The views of the Cape Town Peninsula from the top of the mountain are absolutely stunning. I remained in a little a hurry, so I just took the cable car up instead of hiking. The ticket for the round trip has to do with $24. Make sure to bring a jacket due to the fact that it can be quite cold and windy at the top. Number two, make a field trip from Cape Town to the Cape of Good Hope.
You can either drive yourself to see all the things I'm about to explain, or you can book a trip that takes you there.
If you drive yourself, make sure to take the Chapman's Peak route, your very first stop should be Hout Bay. There is a lookout point there when you can see the whole bay.
Drive across the peninsula to Simon's Town where you'll discover Boulders Beach, which is number three on my list. Here you can see wild African penguins in their natural environment, and can get up close by walking over the raised boardwalks or even head down to the beach itself. From Boulders Beach, the Cape of Good Hope is only 30 minutes away. This is where you can base on the most southwestern pointer of Africa, it's a renowned spot and a terrific photo opportunity.
Cape Point is another 5 minutes away by cars and truck, and there's a brief hike from the carpark out to the end of the point.
This entire location is part of the Table Mountain National Park and the natural charm here is breathtaking. The sun is actually harsh in South Africa, so it's definitely essential that you load sunscreen for your field trip. Head back to Cape Town, and you've just completed among the best days out you can have.
Number 4, Muizenberg Beach.
This beautiful location is simply a 45 minute drive away from Cape Town and the beach is a fantastic location to take surfing lessons. It's a best spot for novices because of the mild waves there. Muizenberg is also understood for the little vibrant houses, which are normally bathrooms or changing spaces. Around the beach there are a lot of restaurants and browse stores and it's a fantastic location to get delicious fish and chips.
Number five, Camps Bay. Cape Town is surrounded by stunning beaches, one of my favorites was Camps Bay Beach. It's spectacular stunning at sunset time and it has some really cool bars and restaurants
Number 6, have a coffee at Truth Coffee Shop. If you enjoy coffee, this is a must go to. It was voted finest coffee shop in the world a couple of years earlier, and for a good reason, the taste of the coffee is excellent. It's hand roasted and the latte art is on point, have a look at the various animals creates that we got. The decor and the waiters outfits are all steampunk related and it's simply an actually enjoyable place to visit.
A coffee latte at Truth Coffee Shop costs only about $3. I'll put links to this cafe, and all the other things I point out in this video, in the description listed below so you can find them easily. Number seven, eat crocodile, and more at Mama Africa. I know it's a location just for travelers, however I had a great deal of fun at Mama Africa attempting different African animals. The food was really tasty, I particularly suggest the springbok which tastes basically like beef, however far more tender.
Mother Africa likewise usually has live music by local African bands, which really adds to the fun atmosphere of the place. Make sure to get the mixed grill which includes crocodile, springbok, ostrich, kudu and warthog. Number eight, go to the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden which is commonly considered one of the most gorgeous botanical gardens on the planet.
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It's located on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. Walk along the overhead canopy walkway for the very best experience.
If you're in Cape Town in between November and April, make certain to capture among the outside summertime sundown shows which are held in the park. Number nine, V&A Waterfront. This historic harbor area has great deals of dining establishments, stores, bars and movie theaters.
It provides gorgeous views with Table Mountain in the background and it's an extremely romantic spot at night.
The coolest thing I found at the V&A Waterfront was the two story grocery store which uses baked products, juices, red wine, ice-cream and more. If you're searching for a special method to be familiar with this part of the city, book a harbor cruise, ideally at sundown. Number 10, the Old Biscuit Mill. The Old Biscuit Mill is a former biscuit factory that has an amazing collection of arts, craft, fashion and style stores, as well as many food stalls that serve scrumptious street foot, they likewise have fantastic vegetarian options there. Every Saturday from 09:00 a.
m. the popular next-door neighbor items market brings much more local craftsmens, designers and foodies to the Old Biscuit Mill. It is the best place to spend a bright Saturday morning in Cape Town. Number 11, wine tasting. The Cape Town location take advantage of a Mediterranean climate that makes it ideal for cultivating red wine.
South Africa even has it's very own Pinotage grape. Lots cape town vacation for families of wineries have been around for centuries and most use tastings and directed tours of their wine rack and vineyards.
Groot Constantia, for example, is the earliest vineyard in the Cape Town area and it's just a 20 minute drive from the city. It uses a tour and white wine tasting for only $8. Number 12, Bo-Kaap.
Bo-Kaap is a colorful Muslim community where every house is painted in a various bright color, this is a professional photographers dream. You can head over here and explore on your own, or enter one of the complimentary walking tours where you can find out more about this area as you go. A link to a totally free walking tour remains in the description below. The most photogenic streets in this neighborhood are Chapini, Rose and Wale. Number 13, increase Lion's Head or Signal Hill and see the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean.
Lots of people state that the sunset view from Lion's Head is the very best. To get up to Lion's Head is an easy 45 minute trek that is incredibly popular with the residents. Make sure to bring a torch for your method down and always choose company. If you prefer a more comfy sunset alternative, you can go to Signal Hill which has a road for automobiles that leads all the way up to the summit.
It's an excellent spot for a sundown picnic.
Number 14, Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour. An easy way to see a great deal of sights in Cape Town is jumping on a hop-on, hop-off bus tour. There are 2 primary routes, a red path called Red City Tour and a blue path called Mini Peninsula Tour. The Bus Company also provides a broader tour that consists of Groot Constantia and a summer season sunset trip that stops at Signal Hill.
Number 15, Robben Island. To learn more about the history of apartheid and the fight to conquer it, check out Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was locked up from 1964 up until 1982. The trip includes a ferry flight to the island, a bus tour and assisted walk through the old prison led by a former prisoner.
You'll have the ability to get an idea of what life was like for the detainees and see Nelson Mandela's small prison cell. At peak times, tickets for the tour can sell out weeks ahead of time so make certain to book well ahead via the official site.