Cape Town is a breath-taking South African city which offers many dramatic landscapes, exciting adventures and wildlife viewing opportunities. It’s one of Africa’s most popular tourist destinations and one of the world’s most iconic cities. Traveasy offers cheap Cape Town flights from the UK, allowing you to visit this incredible tourist hub. So, what’s there to do in Cape Town? Well, let’s be honest, what isn’t there to do? The city is brimming with plenty of world-class attractions, and we have shortlisted some of the best below.
Kirstenbosch Gardens
Established in 1913, Kirstenbosch Gardens epitomizes the true beauty of South Africa’s flora. This world-class botanical garden is located against the backdrop of Table Mountain, so there are some magnificent views to be witnessed here. The 528 hectare garden is home to over 7000 species of exotic flowers, plants, trees, herbs and much more. There are many scenic walks to take throughout Kirstenbosch Gardens, as well as food and picnic spots.
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
This is one of Cape Town’s most visited destinations, attracting millions of tourists each and every year. The sprawling waterfront is a shopping and entertainment hub with an array of shops to browse as well excellent restaurants, coffee shops, bars, art galleries, an amphitheatre with live entertainment and the Two Oceans aquarium. There is something special on offer for all visitors at Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
Table Mountain
The flat-topped Table Mountain is South Africa’s most photographed landmark, and it’s also one of the World’s New 7 Wonders of Nature. This famous floral kingdom protects over 2,200 plant species and over 1400 flower species, and it’s also home to animal species including baboons, caracals and rock hyraxes. The iconic Table Mountain peaks at 1086 metres above sea level - you can ascend to the mountain peak by taking a scenic hiking route, or via a cable car which offers 360 degree vistas.
Cape Winelands
What’s a trip to Cape Town without a tour of the Cape Winelands? Cape Town is renowned to have perfect conditions for the making and cultivating of excellent quality wines. The Cape Winelands are located just over 40km from Cape Town, and this irresistible wine hub consists of many award-winning wine routes and historic wine estates that are situated amongst some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, as well as some of South Africa’s finest restaurants.
Boulders Beach
This beautiful beach destination boasts incredible scenery, rock pools, warmer water than other beaches in the city and plenty of sunbathing spots. There are boulders here that protect the beach from currents and large waves, so it’s a great spot for families, with some excellent swimming conditions. The best feature of Boulder’s Beach is its locals, which happen to be a colony of African penguins… Yep, that’s right. Here you can get real close to these wonderful creatures in their natural environment and take some great penguin selfies!
Book cheap tickets to Cape Town from UK with Traveasy and look forward to experiencing the best of Cape Town at these spectacular destinations.
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