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| Cape Town is a city of geographical beauty, cosmopolitan chic and a vibrant local community. Here, at a glance, are the must-dos and must-sees during your visit to the Mother City.
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| The pride of all Capetonians and the city’s most recognisable feature, Table Mountain, offers a beautiful backdrop to the city, as well spectacular views from its summit. Reach the top on foot with a day hike, or take the easy option and catch the revolving Cable Car to the top.
 Read more about Table Mountain
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| Visit the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront for great curio shopping and fine dining in a teeming maritime environment. Catch a boat cruise to Robben Island from here, or enjoy fish and chips at a harbourside pub. The amphitheatre often hosts live entertainment, and the Waterfront is often host to a variety of craft shows and exhibitions - watch the press for details.
Read more about Cape Town's Waterfront
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| Sample some of the best wines in the world, complemented by fine cuisine, and picture-perfect country settings of mountains, valleys, lakes, and historic architecture. You’ll struggle to find a better day trip on a gorgeous summer’s day.
Read more about Cape Town's Winelands
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| Visit the tip of Africa, one of the greatest landmarks in the world. Immerse yourself in the drama of a rugged coastline, untouched, pristine sandy beaches and hidden coves.
Read more about Cape Point
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| Cape Town boasts some of the most beautiful and unspoilt beaches in the world - unusual for a city of this size. Some of the best beaches on the Atlantic seaboard include Clifton first through fourth beach, Camps Bay and Llandudno. On the False Bay side, enjoy slightly less dramatic scenery but warmer water. Top beaches for swimming on this side of the Peninsula include Noordhoek, Muizenberg, Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek, and Simonstown.
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| This is the perfect location for a lazy stroll and family picnic on a Sunday afternoon. Set your picnic basket down on the vast lawns of these lovely gardens, sheltered on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, while the kids run wild. The indigenous gardens delight botanists and nature lovers from around the world.
Read more about Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
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| Visit the former prison island of Robben Island, now a living museum and conservation area a mere 11 km off the coast from Cape Town. This island is also host to the largest African Penguin colony in the world.
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| The N2 highway, connecting Cape Town International airport with the city, is lined with townships consisting of densely packed shacks and buildings. During the turbulent days of the apartheid government, these were no-go areas, but today a township experience is becoming a must for the Cape Town visitor.
A guide, often a resident, will take you around to meet the locals and experience colourful township life. You'll be shown community projects, entrepreneurial businesses and crèches, where children will entertain you with singing and dancing. There is also the chance to have a drink and a game of pool with the locals at one of the many shebeens - there's one on almost every street block.
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| A sunset cruise on a still summer's evening in perfect weather is an absolute must! Cape Town has spectacular sunsets and to experience them at sea with Table Mountain as a backdrop is a magical experience. Boat cruises regularly depart from the Waterfront and Hout Bay. Day cruises are also available, with excursions to Seal Island where you will see thousands of seals, and possibly the great white sharks that hunt them.
Read about other Cape Town day trips and tours
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