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Cape Town

Where two oceans meet — Table Mountain's shadow, winelands, penguins and dramatic capes at Africa's southwestern tip.

South AfricaBest time: November–March

72°F / 22°C

Clear sky 9 mph

Things to see & do

Signature attractions and experiences in Cape Town.

landmark

Rotating cable car or a hike to the flat-topped icon.

historic

Ferry to the prison where Mandela spent 18 years.

experience

Harbour dining, markets and the Zeitz MOCAA museum.

experience

African penguins waddling on False Bay sand.

park

Cliffs, baboons and lighthouses at the peninsula's tip.

park

Botanical amphitheatre on the mountain's eastern slopes.

January

Tweede Nuwe Jaar's satin-suited street parade.

November–April

Sunset shows on the garden lawns.

MyCiTi buses serve the centre and coast; app-cabs are the practical default. Hire a car for the Peninsula and Winelands.

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