City Bowl
Cape Town
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.
District Six Museum
This fascinating museum retells the story of District Six, a former multicultural community that was evicted during the turbulent apartheid years.
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.
Things to do
Cape Point and Boulder's Penguins Full Day Tour
#1 Boulders Penguins & Cape Point Full Day Tour From Cape Town
Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
From CapeTown: Stellenbosch Half Day Wine Tour
Top hotels in City Bowl
Hotel Sky Cape Town
The staff is very helpful and the room was clean . Location is awsome , walking distance to main attractions . Only downfall was the room size , a little too small
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Taj Cape Town
Loved gorgeous room and bathroom, loved indoor heated pool! Super comfortable bed! Great location, outstanding breakfast buffet!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Great location. Friendly staff. Super clean. Roomy studio. Great views.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 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
The hotel is very modern. The room was very clean, but small. No desk/chair for using laptop. Only one luggage rack and no counters for other luggage. Bathroom was super small. Not well designed with a pedestal sink. No place to put toiletries and no bathtub. Shower was nice, but didn’t like only ...
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Staff breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Bowl
Cape Town City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Two Oceans Aquarium or Nelson Mandela Gateway might round out your trip.
Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.
