Things to see and do in Cape town
Cape Town is a city of contrasts – vibrant, diverse and surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Between the iconic Table Mountain, the rugged Atlantic coast and lively neighbourhoods such as Bo-Kaap, you’ll experience a unique blend of culture, adventure and breathtaking scenery.
A Gate to Paradise travel expert will help you plan your dream trip to Cape Town and seamlessly integrate the city into your individual itinerary – authentic, well thought-out, and perfectly tailored to your travel pace.
Bo-Kaap
In Bo-Kaap, you’ll experience Cape Town’s most colourful side
Robben Island
Visit the former prison island where Nelson Mandela was held.
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Every journey is unique. That’s why we don’t view your plans as a static package, but as a meticulously crafted design made up of exclusive elements, which we tailor perfectly to your personal needs. The result is a bespoke itinerary that remains just as flexible as your wishes once you’re there.
If you already have an itinerary in mind or have made some initial bookings, we’ll pick up exactly where you need us. We refine your existing vision through a professional travel audit, checking the logic and quality, and supplement your planning with hand-picked hotels or hidden gems not found in any guidebook. From the initial inspiration to the curated playlist playing in the background, we refine your plans in a modular, uncompromising way, with a love of detail.
Practical information for your trip
Ideally, you should allow 4 to 5 days for Cape Town. This will give you plenty of time to explore the main highlights – such as Table Mountain, the colourful Bo-Kaap, the coastal road around the Cape of Good Hope and the most beautiful beaches – at your own pace. At the same time, you’ll have enough time to really soak up the city’s atmosphere without feeling rushed.
In Cape Town, you shouldn’t feel completely ‘free’ to move about at night as you might in many European cities. In lively, well-populated areas such as the Waterfront or certain restaurant and bar districts, it’s generally safe as long as you remain vigilant. In quieter or less touristy areas, however, it is advisable to use Uber or a taxi after dark and to avoid certain areas.
No specific compulsory vaccinations are generally required for Cape Town, provided you are travelling directly from Europe. However, the standard travel vaccinations – such as tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough and hepatitis A – are recommended. Depending on the length of your stay, the nature of your trip and your specific activities, vaccinations against hepatitis B, typhoid or rabies may also be advisable.
