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These operators offer a variety of package deals that vary in terms of which sights will be visited and which vary as to the length of each tour. Usually tours last from anywhere between half a day and one whole day [i.e. 4 to 9 hours]. Prices range from R 300 to R 650. Sights visited include Cape Point, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Simon’s Town, Boulders Beach, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain; alternatively tours that cover more of Cape Town’s cultural monuments and museums as opposed to natural treasures can be opted for. Tel: 021-460-4700 Website: www.springbokatlas.co.za

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African Eagle

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This is an excellent tour operator. They arrange half day and full day trips and arrange for visitors to go sightseeing. Half day city tours involve visiting the South African Museum, Castle of Good Hope, Bo-Kaap, Green Market Square, Camps Bay and Clifton as well as Table Mountain. These cost R 295 per person and depart at 8 A.M. and 1 P.M lasting approximately four and a half hours. A registered tourist guide accompanies the group. Full day tours entail visits to False Bay, Simon’s Town, Cape of Good Hope Reserve, Cape Point, Clifton and Camps Bay, penguin colony as well as ostrich viewing. These cost R 610 per person; groups depart at 8 A.M and the tour lasts about nine and a half hours. A tourist guide accompanies the group.

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Hylton Ross

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This operator arranges half to full day tours. Many of the attractions are visited briefly or driven past, nonetheless the tours are good. The half day tour costs R 290 per person, lasts about four and a half hours and takes tourists to Table Mountain, the Waterfront, Sea Point, Castle of Good Hope, Company Gardens, the Slave Lodge, District Six and Green Market Square. Full day tours costs about R 520 and the tourist can opt either for the Cape Point and Table Mountain tour or the cultural tour of Robben Island which entails a ferry ride and careful exploration of the island. Full day tours last about ten hours. These operate daily except Sunday.

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City Sightseeing Bus

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These operators offer a variety of package deals that vary in terms of which sights will be visited [different sights are visited on the red and blue routes] and which vary as to the length of each tour. Usually tours last one day. The city’s main attractions are visited by buses which depart from outside the Two Oceans Aquarium at 9:30 A.M and every 30 minutes after that till about 3:30 P.M. It is a good way to become acquainted with the city’s sights and tourists can always re-visit these places to explore them more fully. The tour costs about R 100 per person.

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Footsteps to Freedom

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This walking tour is an excellent way of getting acquainted with Cape Town’s cultural treasures. This 3 hour long tour includes commentary given by knowledgeable guides about Cape Town’s various attractions. The tour departs outside Cape Town Tourism [Visitor Information Centre] at 10:30 A.M. daily except Sunday. The tour costs R 120 for adults and R 60 for children. Tourists are given a lesson in South African history and taken around the Slave Lodge, Slave Tree, Parliament, District Six, Green Market Square, and the Castle of Good Hope. These tours can be customized as well.

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What to do with Children in Tow

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South African Museum and Planetarium The fossil gallery and the whale well are fascinating and contain skeletons dating back to over 300 million years ago. Children are bound to enjoy these exhibits.

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Castle of Good Hope

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Dating back to the Portuguese occupation of this area in the mid 1600s, the castle was built from 1669 to 1679. Construction lasted about 13 years and the product was a massive pentagonal structure, a classic example of Portuguese defense measures. The construction material comprised of slate quarried from Robben Island but some features are distinctly European such as the bell at the entrance which came from Amsterdam. The Ramparts of the now headquarters of the South African Defense Force are swarming with visitors from the world over. The military museum is interesting especially for those curious about European colonization of this part of the world. The William Fehr Collection is even more spectacular and is home to a number of paintings and sketches depicting the transformation of this area under the supervision of the Portuguese. The paintings generally shed light on life under colonization.

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The Slave Lodge

Building

This lodge was built in 1670 during the period of colonization as an abode for the slaves of the Dutch East India Company. A great way to learn of the slave trade that occurred in Cape Town; this lodge now home to the South African Cultural History Museum gives an even better understanding of South African history. Paintings, sketches, drawings and photographs depicting Cape Town during the era of colonization are all on exhibit here. Timings: Daily 10 A.M- 4 30 P.M Admission: R 10 [Adults], R 5 [Children] Address: 49 Adderley Street Tel: 021-460-8200

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South African Museum and Planetarium

Museum

This was built in the 1800s and houses some of the most interesting artifacts pertaining to South Africa. The san rock paintings are stunning as are the Lydenburg heads dating back some 1500 years. African symbols for numbers and alphabets are also on display here along with other interesting exhibits such as traditional medicines. The fossil gallery and the whale well are also fascinating and contain skeletons dating back to over 300 million years ago.

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· Delville Wood Monument & Statue of General Lukin

monument

This monument was erected to honor the soldiers and officers killed in the battle for Delville during the First World War sometime in 1916. Of the over 3000 soldiers who went into battle only 700 survived and of the 150 officers who went into battle only 5 survived. Lukin was the general who commanded the South Africans in WW I.

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Gold of Africa Museum

Museum

African gold is celebrated in this museum which houses one of the most exquisite and beautiful gold collections the world over. This museum gives insight into the history of this gold and the evolution in design over the years. Artisans from all over the African continent from countries such as Ghana, the Ivory Coast, Mali and Senegal are paid tribute for their skills in carving and designing extraordinary gold pieces.

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Koopmans De Wet House

Palace

This gorgeous late 18th century mansion was home to a famed socialite of Cape Town. Today it serves as a museum and on display is an even more gorgeous collection of carpets, antiques, paintings and porcelain. The exhibits are stunning and there is a guide book available containing details pertaining to every piece.

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Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

beach

This is one of the most well known tourist hotspots in Cape Town. Visitors can spend much of the day picnicking and barbequing in addition to admiring and appreciating the scenic beauty of this reserve where the beaches and the cliffs are a sight to behold. Tourists can also appreciate the diversity of wildlife; with respect to the various species of animals and birds that inhabit the place. Zebras, baboons, ostriches, seagulls and red hartebeests prowl around the area. For the more adventurous, the Gifkommetjie and Platboom beaches are ideal for surfing whilst the Bordjiesdrif is ideal for swimming. This coast is famous for the numerous shipwrecks that have occurred here and the remains of one such still lie here.

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Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Garden

This has to be one of the most stunning attractions in all of Cape Town. Another renowned tourist hot spot, these gardens are arguably amongst the top five most beautiful gardens in the world. Located on the slopes of Table Mountain, it is the ideal place for vacationers to unwind amidst this serene and beautiful setting. The different plant species that are grown here astonish visitors with the variety and color. A number of cafes and eateries dot the gardens and these gardens are often the venue of many a concert. Timings: Daily 8 A.M- 7 P.M [Sept-March], 8 A.M- 6 P.M [April-Aug] Admission: R 27 [Adults], R 5 Children Address: Rhodes Avenue, Newlands Tel: 021-799-8899 Website: www.nbi.ac.za

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Boulders

beach

This is a beautiful place where the natural beauty of the landscape is almost overwhelming. Amidst these boulders i.e. large granite blocks and bays roam gorgeous African penguins. This would constitute an outing for adults and children alike. The more adventurous can opt for a quick swim here in Foxy Beach. Timings: Daily 7 A.M- 7 30 P.M Admission: R 25 [Adults], R 5 [Children] Address: Simon’s Town Tel: 021-786-2329

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Nandos

Cuisine: Portuguese

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Aubergine

The décor of this restaurant is chic and sophisticated. Timber and glass are the materials that have been used in decorating the interior. The place is luxuriant and quality food is to be expected. The sea food and vegetarian dishes are exceptionally good. The desserts are absolutely divine- the sorbets, crème brule and tartlets are all melt -in -your -mouth delicious. Cuisine: International Address: 39 Barnet Street, Cape Town Central Tel: 021-465-4909

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Buitenverwachting

The setting of this restaurant is beautiful. Located on a wine estate, tables look out onto the surrounding vineyard. This eatery is popular amongst fashionable locals. The interior is beautiful and luxuriant. The dishes are divine and at the same time both creative and eccentric. The menu has everything listed on it. The seafood, in particular the crayfish, the tempura and the shrimp is delicious. Magical best describes the ambience of this restaurant. Cuisine: International Address: Klein Constantia Road, Constantia Tel: 021-794-3522

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Cape Colony Restaurant

This restaurant is located in the luxury Mount Nelson Hotel. The interior is extravagant and reminiscent of Colonial Cape Town. Live music is played in the back ground. Dishes served here are absolutely divine and there is a wide variety to choose from. A must stop although prices are exorbitant. Cuisine: International Address: Mount Nelson Hotel, 76 Orange Street, Cape Town Central Tel: 021-483-1000

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Constantia Uitsig

The location of this restaurant is lovely and tables look out onto the surrounding mountains and vineyards. This restaurant provides outstanding service and offers a vast array of dishes to choose from. The pasta, vegetarian and seafood dishes are especially good. The chocolate mousse is to die for.

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95 Keerom

Excellent quality ingredients are used to churn out excellent quality traditional Italian dishes. Traditional ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, olives, pasta, and parmesan are used in producing these delectable treats. The staff provides excellent service. Unpretentious best describes the ambience and the food served in this restaurant.

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Haiku

This restaurant offers quality food. Dishes listed on the menu are diverse with everything being served from chicken, sea food and lamb to vegetarian delights. The food is spicy. The seafood dishes in particular are delicious especially the calamari and sushi as well as the caviar. Cuisine: Asian Address: 33 Burg Street, Cape Town Central Tel: 021-424-7000

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Manolo

The dishes served here are of excellent quality and are very creative; seafood, vegetarian and meat dishes are all listed on the menu. The desserts in particular are scrumptious. Everything from the chocolate mousse, the ice cream to the Turkish delight and the marshmallow delights are to die for. Cuisine: Eclectic Address: 30 Kloof Street, Cape Town Central Tel: 021-422-4747

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Café Orca

This eatery looks out onto the surrounding beach. Whilst the interior is un-fussed and nothing special; the food is definitely to be looked forward to. The dishes listed on the menu are unpretentious and simple- from salads and sandwiches to burgers and seafood platters. The calamari, mussels, shrimp and crayfish are tasty. Cuisine: Seafood Address: 88 Beach Road, Melkbosstrand, Atlantic Coast Tel: 021-553-4120

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Wakame

This restaurant looks out onto the Atlantic Ocean affording a breathtaking view of the sea. The sushi, calamari, tuna and shrimp as well as the traditional Thai curries are mouth-watering, along with the sauces and condiments that go with these.