City Overview & History
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Cape Town History
Historically Cape Town has always been an important city. Due to its status as a…
Cape Town today
Cape Town is the cultural and political capital of South Africa. It is arguably the…
Public Holidays
January 1: New Year’s Day February 27: Constitution Day March 21: Human Right’s Day March/April:…
Exchange Rates
{loadposition currency} The currency used in Cape Town is the South African Rand
Places to Visit
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What to do with Children in Tow
South African Museum and Planetarium The fossil gallery and the whale well are fascinating and…
Two Oceans Aquarium
This is a fantastic aquarium in South Africa and perhaps the world over. It will…
Robben Island
This island is probably the most glorious of Cape Town’s attractions, all the more so…
Table Mountain
The aerial cable cars take tourists around the table mountain, Cape Town’s most distinctive feature,…
South African National Gallery
This gallery is small and elegant. Whilst there isn’t such a great collection of art…
Irma Stern Museum
Irma Stern is arguably South Africa’s most celebrated artist. The museum opened in her house…
Shopping
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N,C,M Fashions- African Pride
This shop is renowned for the beautiful traditional African attire which is its specialty. Wonderful…
Everard Read Gallery
A wonderful selection of South African art is available here although prices are exorbitant. Address:…
Amulet Goldsmith
Buy a lovely piece of jewelry from this famous shop. Address: 14 Kloof Nek Road…
Health & Safety
Health and Safety
Do not walk alone late at night. Cape Town has a relatively high crime rate.…
Hotels
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Hilton Cape Town City Centre
The Hilton Cape Town City Centre is located in the Bo Kaap region in close…
The Westin Grand Arabella Quays
This hotel is arguably the best in town; it is both extravagant and luxurious. The…
Simon’s Town Quayside Hotel
Rooms are simple, clean and comfortable and more importantly look out onto the sea. Prices…
Daddy Long Legs Boutique Hotel
Located in the centre of Cape Town, this hotel has an excellent location. Its charm…
Boulders Beach Lodge
Located in False Bay, this hotel’s charm is its proximity to Boulders Beach. Rooms are…
Restaurants
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Halal Restaurants
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OBZfestival
This annual festival heralds the arrival of summer. A number of activities take place including…
Sithengi South African Film & Television Market
This event takes place annually in the month of November. The venue is the Artscape…
Cape Town World Cinema Festival
This event takes place annually. The venue is Cinema Nouveau. The focus is on films…
Cape Town Flower and Garden Show
This four day festival takes place annually. The venue is the Lourensford wine estate. The…
Food and Wine Festival
This event takes place annually at various venues. Cape Town’s world famous cuisine and wine…
Transportation - Getting Around
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From the airport
From Cape Town International Airport: Visitors can take a cab to city centre. Taxis should…
Masjids
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Masjid-ul Sunnah
1st Floor, 13 Durban Road, Unclear, Bellville, 13 Durban Rd, Cape Town, South Africa
Habibia Soofie Saheb Masjid
63 Flat Rd, Cape Town, South Africa www.habibiamosque.org.za021 638 6509
Organized Tours
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Footsteps to Freedom
This walking tour is an excellent way of getting acquainted with Cape Town’s cultural treasures.…
City Sightseeing Bus
These operators offer a variety of package deals that vary in terms of which sights…
Hylton Ross
This operator arranges half to full day tours. Many of the attractions are visited briefly…
African Eagle
This is an excellent tour operator. They arrange half day and full day trips and…
