Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town
Visit Cape Town City Centre
Popular places to visit
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Castle of Good Hope
At one of South Africa’s oldest buildings, browse exhibitions about the history of Cape Town and walk on ramparts to enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain.
Bree Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bree Street during your visit to Cape Town. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's mountain views.
South African National Gallery
South African, African and Western European art are the big stars of this cultural attraction. Study hundreds of years of work by prominent artists.
Bo Kaap Museum
You can study the exhibits at Bo Kaap Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.
Cape Town City Hall
Listen to live music performances and admire regal architecture at this landmark structure, made famous after Nelson Mandela gave a speech from its balcony.
Things to do
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries
#1 Boulders Penguins & Cape Point Full Day Tour From Cape Town
Cape of Good Hope and Penguins Full-Day Tour from Cape Town
8-Hour Tour in Table Mountain Penguins and Cape of Good Hope
Top hotels in Cape Town City Centre
Taj Cape Town
Excellent service as always
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Sky Cape Town
Hotel Sky Cape Town was an entire vibe from the moment I walked through the doors. The décor is stunning, thoughtfully designed from the entrance all the way up to the rooms, giving the whole place a modern, vibrant feel. Breakfast was absolutely top-tier: fresh, flavorful, and with plenty of options ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Outstanding staff and service. Great location and well appointed rooms. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Absolutely fantastic breakfast buffet. Nice relaxing area for drinks/tapas. Spacious clean & secure room with view of Table Mountain. Pick-up airport service (booked through hotel but not included in room rate) was efficient and friendly. The hotel is a long & somewhat complicated walk from the V&A ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
Friendly staff. Terrible parking unless you secure something on the street opposite the lobby. Awkward bathroom/shower/toilet setup, small with opaque glass “walls”. Shower floor extremely slippery and bubbled up. Only one towel given. This place is cheap, but weird and not in a great way. Will I ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Good
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cape Town City Centre
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Iziko South African Museum while you're exploring the area.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or The Watershed might round out your trip.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
