Cape Town - One Of The World's Most Iconic Cities

By Theodore Shaowenoll


Cape Town experiences a constant influx of travelers from other countries all year-round. Cape Town's eclectic mix of rich architectural heritage, natural settings, and contemporary amenities make it one of the most interesting cities worldwide. Another reason why the harbor city is so popular is its comfortable Mediterranean climate. If you want to visit South Africa's beautiful harbor city, here are some pointers. Cape Town is beautiful regardless of when you come.

Summertime in the city falls in December to February, and these are the months with the highest number of visitors. If you want blue skies and some sunshine but don't want to compete with too many travelers, the best time to go would be around March. April and May are a bit colder and usually has the least number of visitors, so there is higher likelihood that you can get favorable offers on Cape Town accommodation and plane tickets.

There are plenty of accommodations in Cape Town that you are basically spoilt for choice. Accommodation in Cape Town's city center will often be cheaper in the long run since the major attractions are in that area. But if you want quieter nights but still favorable prices, stay in neighborhoods next to the central area. Remember, reserving your Cape Town accommodation a few weeks ahead will allow you to home in on the finest deals.

Cape Town has many points of interests. One of the most iconic and historical communities in the city is Bo-Kaap township which has romantic cobbled stone streets, pastel-colored houses, and mosques. The Table Mountain is also one, if not the most distinguishable natural feature of Cape Town. Cable cars is the primary method of reaching the top of the Table Mountain, but scaling it is always an appealing alternative for the strong of heart.

Another must-see is the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, which is the city's most visited tourist attraction and premier shopping venue. The city is also known for its rich cultural heritage as shown by the large number of infrastructures that are built using the Cape Dutch architectural style. Cape Town is also famous for its Winelands, which many say is one of the most beautiful in the globe. The best way to see Cape Town's Winelands is to book a guided tour.

Cape Town's beach resorts are also very popular among tourists. Due to the harbor city's peculiar geography, it is possible to tour a number of beaches in one day, with each one offering a different ambiance. Water sport enthusiasts will surely love the variety of activities they can do in Cape Town's beaches and these include deep sea fishing, and kite surfing.




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