Cape Town is not only one of the capitals of South Africa but also the oldest city in the country. Cape Town hugs the Port of Cape Town in Table Bay, extending to the Hottentots Holland Mountains. The city endured years of segregation during apartheid, including uprisings. Today the city continues to rebound in a post-apartheid era, with many major companies headquartered in the city center, popular beaches teeming with visitors in warmer months, engaging museums and aquariums, and a thriving tourist industry promoting the city’s culture and natural beauty.
GETTING THERE & AROUND
Cape Town International Airport operates both domestic and international flights across two terminals, connecting to U.S. cities such as Atlanta (ATL); Newark (EWR); and Washington, D.C. (IAD). Located about 12 miles from the city center, it connects to the city via the N2 freeway and a major road network downtown. Taxis, ride shares like Uber and Bolt, and private shuttle companies provide transportation to and from the airport. As a port city, Cape Town also offers ferries to places such as Tristan da Cunha. Passenger rail service Shosholoza Meyl and commuter rail service Metrorail are also available.
LODGING
Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel
Located by Cape Grace Marina, this waterfront property boasts vintage rooms with marble bathrooms, suites with terraces and hot tubs, a library afternoon tea venue, refined restaurant, pool, spa, and free wine tastings and local chauffeur transfers.
W. Quay Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 410 7100
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
This villa-style hotel spans guestrooms, suites and secluded garden cottages for an intimate luxury feel. An elegant restaurant and bar, Mediterranean bistro, outdoor pools, and rustic-chic spa are also on site.
76 Orange St., Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 483 1000
One&Only Cape Town
Soak in views of iconic Table Mountain from this 5-star hotel. Rooms with private balconies, an acclaimed Japanese restaurant, lobby bar, infinity pool, spa and bistro are ready to spoil guests.
Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 431 5888
DINING
La Colombe Restaurant
Located on the city’s outskirts, this vineyard restaurant blends local ingredients with French flair. Standout dishes include Namibian crab and tuna La Colombe.
Silvermist Wine Estate, Main Road, Constantia Nek, Cape Town, South Africa,
tel 27 21 794 2390
Kyoto Garden Japanese Restaurant
Inventive sushi, craft cocktails and decadent noodle and rice dishes are served at this contemporary Japanese establishment.
11 Kloof Nek Road, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 422 2001
The Pot Luck Club
Elevated tapas are accompanied by glass walls and views of Table Mountain at this chic and energizing eatery.
The Silo, The Old Biscuit Mill, 373-375 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 447 0804
ATTRACTIONS
Boulders Beach
This sheltered beach hosts a colony of the critically endangered and endemic African penguins. Also part of Table Mountain National Park, the beach offers safe swimming spots.
Simon’s Town, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 786 2329
Iziko South African Museum
A South African national museum, this institution houses important archaeology, paleontology and zoology collections.
25 Queen Victoria St., Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 481 3800
Table Mountain
Perhaps the most prominent landmark in Cape Town, this flat-topped formation features hiking trails and a cableway to the top. The mountain sits within Table Mountain National Park.
Cape Town, South Africa
tel 27 21 712 7471
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