Cape Town, South Africa: Cape Town Tourism, Attractions, Tours

Cape Town, South Africa: Cape Town Tourism, Tourist Attractions, Cape Town Tours

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10 Attractions You Can't Miss

When Visiting Cape Town

South Africa

Author: Francois L. Botha

1. Table Mountain
Table Mountain is arguably the most iconic image of Cape Town. Standing at the top

should top everyone's list of 'things to do before you die'. Take the leisurely route in

the slowly revolving cable car, or alternately hike to the top. Either way you won't regret it when you get to enjoy the sight of Cape Town and surrounds from the

Table top!

2. V & A Waterfront
Situated at the CapeTown Harbour basin, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is the

most popular venue in Cape Town. With a wide variety of shops, numerous

restaurants and cafes, wine bars, sites of historical and cultural interest and local

craft workshops, you'll never have a dull moment here, day or night.

3. Wine Farms
From the farms of Constantia in the southern suburbs to the expansive estates of

Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franshoek, the Cape boasts some of the most beautiful wine

farms in the world. And it's a well known fact that they produce some of the finest

wines in the world too! A visit to CapeTown is incomplete without at least one day

spent on the wine route, sampling fine wines, learning about the history and

methodology of winemaking from the experts, enjoying a sumptuous lunch along the

way and coming back laden with some great purchases for the cellar back home.

4. Robben Island
Site of former president Nelson Mandela's prison cell where he was confined for many

years prior to his historical release, Robben Island has a very special atmosphere.

Take a ferry from the Waterfront and learn from the guided tours about the other men

who shared the Island with Madiba, and about the incredible man himself.

5. Cape Point
Who wouldn't want to say they have stood at the tip of the great African continent?

Once inside the reserve you can make your way to the main parking area and stroll up

the wide paths to the top lookout point. From here the view is breathtaking - sheer

cliffs drop to the crashing waves far below while azure waters spread out as far as

the eye can see to a hazy horizon. On a clear day, you really can see forever! Enjoy

lunch at the excellent restaurant or drive to one of the sheltered beaches for a picnic.

6. Boulder's Beach Penguin Colony
Home of a colony of so-called 'Jackass' Penguins (so named for the donkey-like

braying sound they make) Boulder's Beach is situated just past Simon's Town. Apart

from great penguin viewing, the beach is picturesque and great for families with its

sheltered bay.

7. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
These beautiful gardens at the foot of Table Mountain were established in 1913. The

gardens only grow indigenous South African plants, and cover an area of 528

hectares. Picnic on the green lawns next to bubbling streams, or take advantage of a

guided tour.

8. Top Stones Gemstone Factory and Scratch Patch
Visit one of the Top Stone Gemstone Factories at Glen Cairn or the Waterfront, for a

sparkling and enchanting experience. At the Glen Cairn factory you can view the

stones being washed polished and crafted into curios or jewelry. Trawl through the

walk-in Scratch Patch 'caves' and select your own treasures to take home.

9. Two Oceans Aquarium
Located at the V&A Waterfront, this is South Africa's largest aquarium. It has great

exhibitions and a strong educational component. The shark feeding times are always

popular with visitors who love to get a close up view of these awesome creatures

without getting wet!

10. District Six Museum
Back in the 1960's the apartheid government demolished the District Six

neighborhoods, displacing the residents. Of all the museums to see in CapeTown, this

memorial to the glory days and tragic history of District Six is one of the most

interesting and colourful.

About the Author:

Francois Botha is an internet publisher who likes to write articles about South Africa

and about the luxury Cape Town accommodation areas. Check out his Cape Town

website for more information.