Things to do in Western Cape

Activities, attractions and tours

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Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve featuring surf, a sandy beach and fishing
Knysna Quays which includes a river or creek
Knysna featuring general coastal views, rugged coastline and a sunset
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Most popular experiences in Western Cape

Tours & day trips

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Private & custom tours

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What to do in Western Cape


Popular places to visit

Areas of Western Cape

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront showing a marina

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Blending modern buildings with colourful period structures, the architecture at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront reflects its vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Camps Bay showing landscape views, mountains and a coastal town

Camps Bay

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

Stunning sunsets and perfect blue water, scuba diving, mountain scenery and beachfront restaurants all make this one of Cape Town’s most popular beach suburbs.

Camps Bay
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Cape Town City Centre

4/5(237 area reviews)

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Cape Town City Centre
Sea Point showing cuddly or friendly animals, general coastal views and hiking or walking

Sea Point

4/5(39 area reviews)

Bring the kids to the playgrounds and cafés in this dynamic, rejuvenated coastal area in the shadow of a mossy mountain.

Sea Point
Cape Town Stadium featuring a city and a sunset

Green Point

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Green Point
Somerset West featuring a pond, landscape views and golf

Somerset West

Surrounded by an amphitheater of mountains on the Western Cape, this town is a hub of nature reserves, wine estates and South African history.

Somerset West