Cape Town
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Things to Do in Cape Town

Everything you need for an unforgettable Cape Town trip — skip-the-line tickets, airport transfers, hotels, car hire and cheap flights, all in one place.

Cape Town is one of the world's most rewarding destinations — and planning your trip is simple when tickets, transfers, stays and flights all live in one place. Below you'll find hand-picked Cape Town experiences and travel deals from trusted booking partners, refreshed regularly so you always see live availability and fair prices.

Where to stay

Hotels in Cape Town: see today's live prices

Browse every hotel in Cape Town on Trip.com with today's real prices, guest reviews and free cancellation on most rooms.

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Best areas to stay in Cape Town

Pick the neighbourhood that fits your trip, then compare live hotel prices.

Area photos: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)

City Bowl, Cape Town
1 City Bowl$$
First-timers & sightseeing

Central, busy, walkable, city-focused

Best base for Table Mountain, Company’s Garden, Long Street, and easy MyCiTi bus access to the V&A Waterfront and beaches.

Hotels in City Bowl
V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
2 V&A Waterfront$$$
Families & convenience

Polished, tourist-friendly, waterfront

Walk to shops, restaurants, the Two Oceans Aquarium, and ferry access, with easy transport to central Cape Town.

Hotels in V&A Waterfront
Sea Point, Cape Town
3 Sea Point$$
Beach walks & dining

Lively, scenic, seaside promenade

Popular for the promenade, cafes, and Atlantic views, with quick rides to the city center and Clifton beaches.

Hotels in Sea Point
Camps Bay, Cape Town
4 Camps Bay$$$
Beach holiday & views

Upscale, beachy, stylish, sunset

Close to Camps Bay Beach and the Twelve Apostles, with easy access to Clifton and short taxi rides into town.

Hotels in Camps Bay
In season now · October

Spring blossoms & gardens in Cape Town

Cherry blossoms, tulips and gardens in bloom. Book early, these sell out fast this time of year.

Before you fly

Your Cape Town trip checklist

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How much does a Cape Town trip cost?

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Nights

4

Travellers

2

Travel style

Currency

  • HotelTypical

    4 nights × 1 room

    $720
  • Airport transfersTypical

    Return trip × 1 car

    $90
  • Tours & ticketsTypical

    4 days × 2 people

    $440
  • Food & drinksTypical

    4 days × 2 people

    $320
  • Local transportTypical

    4 days × 2 people

    $96

Estimated total

$833 per person

$1,666

Typical costs are researched estimates, refreshed monthly. "Live" prices come from current partner fares. Exchange rates update daily.

Things to Do in Cape Town

Tours, tickets and attractions

Tours & Day Trips in Cape Town
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KKday

Tours & Day Trips in Cape Town

Find tours, day trips and attraction tickets in Cape Town with KKday — instant confirmation on most bookings.

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Cape Town Helicopter Tour: City Hopper
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

Cape Town Helicopter Tour: City Hopper

4.9(33 reviews)· 12 min

Take to the skies and marvel at Cape Town's iconic Atlantic Seaboard! Embark on a thrilling helicopter journey that glides you above the turquoise shores and white sands of the Cape Town “Riviera.” This entry-level scenic flight offers unbeatable views of Cape Town's most famous sights without break

from$163
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Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town
Experiences Cape Town
Viator

Aquila Big Five Game Reserve Safari with options from Cape Town

4.2(644 reviews)· 9h

Visit an incredible Game Reserve on this full-day safari tour! With hotel Transfers included from your Cape Town City Centre hotels , Waterfront hotels , Green Point Hotels , Sea Point Hotel as well as Camps Bay Hotels , this day trip provides a worry-free experience so all you have to do is get exc

from$234
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Cape Town Wine Tour: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek +Tastings & Lunch
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

Cape Town Wine Tour: Stellenbosch & Franschhoek +Tastings & Lunch

4.9(1,185 reviews)· 8h 30m

One of the best days you’ll have in South Africa. This all in one wine tour covers everything you must see and taste in the Cape Winelands. Learn about the history of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek as we explore the Oak lane avenues of the oldest towns in South Africa. Pickup & safe drop off at accomm

from$120
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Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town

4.9(3,841 reviews)· 9h

Hi there! I am your local Cape Town guide, and I cannot wait to take you on this tour for I have many stories about the Cape of good hope that I would love to share with you. Pickup will be from your hotel before we head to Bo-Kaap, where the brightly colored houses tell stories of Cape Town’s rich

from$55
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Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Ticket from Cape Town
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Ticket from Cape Town

4.3(200 reviews)· 3h

Join our exclusive Robben Island tour for a guaranteed, personalized, and historically rich experience, featuring a storytelling ferry ride and rare insights from a former political prisoner.

from$59
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Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour

4.9(1,223 reviews)· 9h

This tour is best suitable for those wanting to experience the top 3 attractions of Cape town and more in a day tour. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and immediately go over the itinerary with you and also asks you if you have any special interests, inside or outside your confirmed itine

from$163
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Top attractions & tours in Cape Town
Experiences Cape Town
Trip.com

Top attractions & tours in Cape Town

Skip-the-line tickets, day trips and tours in Cape Town, with instant confirmation.

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Skip-the-Line Tickets in Cape Town
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Tiqets

Skip-the-Line Tickets in Cape Town

Museums, landmarks and top attractions in Cape Town — instant mobile tickets with Tiqets, skip the queue.

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Things to Do in Cape Town
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Klook

Things to Do in Cape Town

Book top tours, attractions and activities in Cape Town with Klook — instant mobile tickets and a best-price guarantee.

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Table Mountain Fast Track with Pre-Booked Ticket Self Arrival
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

Table Mountain Fast Track with Pre-Booked Ticket Self Arrival

5.0(22 reviews)· 1h

Explore Table Mountain, one of Cape Town’s most iconic attractions, with a convenient pre-booked Cableway ticket. Enjoy the freedom of a self-arrival, self-guided experience and discover breathtaking panoramic views at your own pace. Choose the Fast Track option for priority access and less time wai

from$58
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All-Inclusive Private Tour: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins
ExperiencesFree cancellation Cape Town
Viator

All-Inclusive Private Tour: Table Mountain, Cape Point & Penguins

4.8(652 reviews)· 8h

Stop comparing. This is the 5-Star Private Tour you're looking for, and ALL park fees are included. Forget the stress of hidden costs and long ticket queues. This is the ultimate, hassle-free Cape experience. Your tour includes all entry fees for Table Mountain, Cape Point, and the Boulders Beach P

from$65
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Airport Transfers in Cape Town

Get from the airport to your hotel, hassle-free

Airport Transfers in Cape Town
TransferFixed price, no surge Cape Town
Kiwitaxi

Airport Transfers in Cape Town

Pre-book a private airport transfer in Cape Town with Kiwitaxi — fixed price, flight tracking and no surge pricing.

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Where to Stay in Cape Town

Hand-picked stays and live rates

Hotels in Cape Town
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Trip.com

Hotels in Cape Town

Browse every hotel in Cape Town with today's real prices, guest reviews and free-cancellation options.

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Car Hire in Cape Town

Compare rental cars at great prices

Compare Car Rental in Cape Town with Economybookings
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Economybookings

Compare Car Rental in Cape Town with Economybookings

Compare car hire from top brands across Cape Town, airport and downtown — all-inclusive prices, no hidden fees.

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Car hire in Cape Town: Toyota Vitz
Car Cape Town
Europcar

Car hire in Cape Town: Toyota Vitz

About US$100 in total for a 5-day rental (daily rate NZ$33.16 as quoted by Europcar). Converted to US$ at today's rate; tap for live availability and the final price.

US$20/day· US$100 for 5 days
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Car Hire in Cape Town with GetRentacar
CarFree cancellation Cape Town
GetRentacar

Car Hire in Cape Town with GetRentacar

Compare rental cars from local and global suppliers in Cape Town, with free cancellation on most bookings.

from$13/day
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Flights in Cape Town

Find your best fare

Flights from London to Cape Town
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Flights from London to Cape Town

See today's fares from London to Cape Town across all airlines, then pick your dates.

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Cheapest car hire in Cape Town

Live rates at Cape Town International Airport, from US$20/day. Change the dates to compare every partner.

3 days
Cheapest
Toyota Vitz

Toyota Vitz

or similar

Europcar

Europcar

via Europcar

US$20/day

≈ US$60 for 3 days

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Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen Polo

Small car · or similar

4.2
52Manual
  • Open 24 hours
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Full to Full
Europcar

Europcar

via Trip.com

US$25/day

≈ US$75 for 3 days

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

Toyota Urban Cruiser

Small SUV · or similar

4.2
53Automatic
  • Open 24 hours
  • Includes Third Party Liability
  • Instant confirmation
Europcar

Europcar

via Trip.com

US$39/day

≈ US$117 for 3 days

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Isuzu D-MAX

Isuzu D-MAX

Pickup truck · or similar

4.3
2Manual
  • Open 24 hours
  • Instant confirmation
  • Unlimited mileage
Green Motion

Green Motion

via Trip.com

US$41/day

≈ US$123 for 3 days

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Compare car & bike rentals for Cape Town

6 trusted brands side by side. Check two or three to get the best deal.

QEEQ

Best for: Lowest price search

Cars · Worldwide

Low-price search

Economybookings

Best for: All-inclusive pricing

Cars · 30,000+ locations

No hidden fees

Europcar

Best for: Trusted global brand

Cars & vans · 140+ countries

from US$20/day

Book direct with Europcar

GetRentacar

Best for: Flexible bookings

Cars · 10,000+ locations

from $13/day

Free cancellation

Trip.com

Best for: Big-brand airport rentals

Cars · Worldwide airports

Free cancellation on most cars

Localrent

Best for: Islands & local deals

Cars · Europe, Asia & islands

Local prices

Find the cheapest eSIM for Cape Town

Real plan prices from each brand, cheapest first, for plans that last your whole trip.

Prices checked 14h ago on each brand's site. Prices may change at checkout.

Cape Town travel FAQ

What are the best things to do in Cape Town?

The most popular Cape Town experiences are skip-the-line attraction tickets, guided city tours and day trips. You can book them above with instant mobile tickets from trusted partners like Tiqets and Klook — no printing required.

How do I get from the airport to my hotel in Cape Town?

A pre-booked private transfer is the easiest way to reach your Cape Town hotel. You'll find fixed-price, meet-and-greet airport transfers in the section above, so there's no haggling with taxis when you land.

When is the best time to visit Cape Town?

Cape Town rewards visitors year-round, but the shoulder-season months usually offer the best mix of pleasant weather, thinner crowds and lower prices. Compare live hotel and flight prices above to find the cheapest dates for your trip.

Do I need a visa to visit Cape Town?

Visa rules depend on your nationality and how long you stay, so always check your government's official travel advice before booking. Many travellers can enter visa-free or with a quick electronic authorisation.

How many days should I spend in Cape Town?

Most travellers spend 3–5 days in Cape Town to see the highlights without rushing. Booking your tours and transfers in advance helps you make the most of every day on the ground.

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