Cape Town: Sightseeing
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Maximum Security Prison
The Maximum Security Prison on Robben Island, located off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa, is a stark reminder of the country's turbulent past. This former penitentiary, now a World Heritage Site, is most famously known as the place where Nelson Mandela, along...
Bo-Kaap
Displays on local Islamic culture Nestled at the foot of Signal Hill in Cape Town, South Africa, the Bo-Kaap is a vibrant and historic area renowned for its colorful homes and cobbled streets. This iconic neighborhood, also known as the Malay Quarter, is a living museum reflecting the rich cultural...
Two Oceans Aquarium
Up-close encounters with marine life Nestled in the heart of Cape Town's bustling waterfront, the Two Oceans Aquarium is a vibrant marine life sanctuary that offers a window into the majestic underwater worlds of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. As a premier attraction in South Africa's Mother City, this...
Signal Hill
Hilltop city where oil was discovered Signal Hill, a prominent landmark in Cape Town, South Africa, offers a serene lookout over the city and its surrounding natural beauty. This modest yet historically significant hill stands at a height of 350 meters above sea level, providing panoramic views that...
Castle of Good Hope
17th-century castle with military museum The Castle of Good Hope stands as a bastion of history in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. Constructed by the Dutch East India Company between 1666 and 1679, this pentagonal fortress is the oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa.
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Nature reserve with mountain views Nestled at the eastern foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is not only a verdant retreat but also a world-renowned botanical showcase of South Africa's unique flora. Established in 1913 to preserve the country's indigenous plant life...
Cape Town Stadium
Cape Town Stadium, an architectural marvel nestled within the scenic embrace of Cape Town, South Africa, stands as a testament to the city's love for sport and its capacity to host world-class events. This contemporary arena, with a seating capacity of 55,000, was...
Chavonnes Battery Museum
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, the Chavonnes Battery Museum offers a unique glimpse into South Africa's rich historical tapestry. This archaeological site, unearthed in 1999, was once part of a formidable 18th-century coastal fortification built by the Dutch East...
Newlands Stadium
Newlands Stadium, a historic sports venue nestled in the picturesque suburb of Newlands in Cape Town, South Africa, stands as a monument to the nation's rich sporting heritage. Known as the home of rugby in South Africa, this iconic stadium has been a hallowed ground...
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Rising majestically above the vibrant city of Cape Town, the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway offers a unique perspective of this breathtaking corner of South Africa. This aerial tramway, first opened to the public in 1929, has since become an iconic feature of the...
St. George's Cathedral
St. George's Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. This Anglican cathedral, constructed in the late 19th century, is not only a place of worship but also a site of cultural and political significance.
Hout Bay Museum
Nestled in the picturesque fishing village of Hout Bay, just outside of Cape Town, South Africa, the Hout Bay Museum is a cultural gem that offers a glimpse into the rich history and heritage of the area. This intimate museum provides visitors with an understanding of...
Theatre on the Bay
Nestled in the picturesque suburb of Camps Bay, Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town, South Africa, is a beacon of culture and entertainment. This intimate venue, with its exceptional location overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the iconic Table Mountain, offers a diverse...
Lutheran Church in Strand Street
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, the Lutheran Church in Strand Street stands as a historical beacon, reflecting the rich tapestry of the city's diverse cultural heritage. This architectural gem, with its distinctive gabled facade and baroque features, was constructed...
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) stands as a beacon of modern art on the African continent. This prestigious museum, tagged as a cultural powerhouse, is dedicated to showcasing 21st-century art...
Iziko South African National Gallery
Major museum for African and European art The Iziko South African National Gallery stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Cape Town, showcasing a rich tapestry of art that spans both historical and contemporary works. This premier art museum is not just a repository of artworks but a vibrant space for the...
Company's Garden
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, lies the verdant oasis known as the Company's Garden. This historic park, established in the early 17th century by the Dutch East India Company, was originally created as a refreshment station for ships passing the Cape...
Green Point Lighthouse
The Green Point Lighthouse stands as a beacon of maritime history in the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa. Erected in 1824, it holds the title of the oldest operational lighthouse on the South African coast. Its distinctive red and white candy stripes make it an...
District Six Museum
The District Six Museum is a poignant testament to a turbulent chapter in Cape Town's history, located in the heart of the city. This museum, which serves both as a memorial to the forced displacement of the community during the apartheid era and as a center for...
Woodhead Dam
Nestled amidst the rugged beauty of Cape Town's mountainous landscape lies the serene Woodhead Dam. This historic reservoir is a testament to the city's rich engineering heritage, playing a crucial role in quenching the thirst of the local population.
Statue of Maria van Riebeeck
In the heart of Cape Town, South Africa, stands a tribute to an influential woman in the city's early history – the Statue of Maria van Riebeeck. This notable sculpture, crafted by the artist Dirk Wolbers, pays homage to the wife of Jan van Riebeeck, who was the...
Jack Muller Danie Uys Park
The Jack Muller Danie Uys Park is a municipal park situated in Boston, Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa.
Cecil John Rhodes Statue
The Cecil John Rhodes Statue is a monument erected at Company's Garden in Cape Town. The statue was erected in 1908. It features a full body replica of Rhodes wearing a three-piece suit, standing with his left hand raised and pointing north.
De Waal Park
De Waal Park is a public park and heritage site in the Oranjezicht suburb of Cape Town. The park, which contains over 120 species of trees, is popular with dog walkers. The park is roughly rectangular. Molteno Dam borders the park to the south, with the other three sides bordered by roads.
City Hall
Cape Town City Hall is a large Edwardian building in Cape Town city centre which was built in 1905. It is located on the Grand Parade to the west of the Castle and is built from honey-coloured oolitic limestone imported from Bath in England.
Grand Parade
The Grand Parade is the main public square in Cape Town, South Africa. The square is surrounded by the Cape Town City Hall, the Castle of Good Hope, and the Cape Town railway station.
Tokai Park
Tokai Park, previously known as "Tokai Forest", is a small wing, about 600 ha, of the greater Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town, South Africa. Tokai Park is made up of two sections: upper and lower Tokai Park. Lower Tokai Park is flat, and characterized by the threatened Cape Flats Sand Fynbos.
Church Square
Church Square in Cape Town, South Africa, lies in front of the Groote Kerk at the intersection of Parliament and Spin Streets. It currently features a park. In the middle of the square lies a statue of Jan Hendrik Hofmeyr.
Iziko South African Museum
Fossils, animals and man-made artifacts The Iziko South African Museum is a South African national museum located in Cape Town. The museum was founded in 1825, the first in the country. It has been on its present site in the Company's Garden since 1897. The museum houses important African zoology, palaeontology and archaeology collections.
Slave Lodge
The Slave Lodge is a South African social history museum located in Cape Town. It has been on its present site in the Company's Garden.
Milnerton Lighthouse
The Milnerton Lighthouse, commissioned on 1960-03-10, is located on Table Bay shore in Milnerton, South Africa. Its red sector covers Robben Island.
Heritage Western Cape
Heritage Western Cape is a provincial heritage resources authority established by the Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport of the government of the Western Cape province in South Africa.
Cape Town International Convention Centre
The Cape Town International Convention Centre is a convention centre in Cape Town, South Africa. The centre opened in June 2003. It is run as a partnership between the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape government.
Heart of Cape Town Museum
The Heart of Cape Town Museum is a museum complex in the Observatory suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. It is in the Groote Schuur Hospital on Main Road.
Greenmarket Square
Greenmarket Square is a historical square in the centre of old Cape Town, South Africa. The square was built in 1696, when a burgher watch house was erected.
Maynardville Open-Air Theatre
The Maynardville Open-Air Theater is an outdoor theatre in Maynardville Park, Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa. It seats 720 people and is known for its annual Shakespeare in the Park plays.
Waterworks Museum
The Waterworks Museum is located on the northern side of Table Mountain, between the Woodhead and Hely-Hutchinson Reservoirs, in Cape Town, South Africa. The museum was founded in 1972 by Terence Timoney, a retired waterworks engineer.
Artscape Theatre Centre
Artscape Theatre Centre is the main performing arts centre in Cape Town, South Africa. It was opened in 1971 and is located on reclaimed land in the Foreshore area.
Cape Medical Museum
The Cape Medical Museum is situated in the Old City Hospital Complex in Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa. Its exhibitions center around the medical history of the Cape and includes exhibitions on dentistry, hospital care, traditional African medicine and pharmaceutical developments.
Statue of Jan van Riebeeck
The statue of Jan van Riebeeck lies alongside the statue of Maria van Riebeck on Adderley Street in Cape Town, South Africa. Both statues stand with their backs to the sea looking south to Table Mountain.
Baxter Theatre
The Baxter Theatre Centre is a performing arts complex in Rondebosch, a suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. The Baxter, as it is often known, is part of the University of Cape Town; it is also the second largest performing arts complex in Cape Town, after the Artscape Theatre Centre.
Mutual Building
The Mutual Building, in Cape Town, South Africa, was built as the headquarters of the South African Mutual Life Assurance Society, now the "Old Mutual" insurance and financial services company.
Constantia
Constantia is an affluent suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, situated about 15 kilometres south of the centre of Cape Town. It is considered to be one of the most prestigious suburbs in South Africa.
Gardens
Gardens is an inner-city suburb of Cape Town located just to the south of the city centre located in the higher elevations of the "City Bowl" and directly beneath Table Mountain and Lion's Head.