Cape Town attractions:
There are many areas around Cape Town which one can enjoy and have a great time, one such attraction right around the corner to Sleep Easy Hotel is the V & A Waterfront, it is home to the Two Oceans Aquarium, numerous shopping centres, craft markets, museums, the famous IMAX theatre, and much more. From the waterfront, you would be able to take a boat trip to the famous Robben Island, once home to the former president and freedom fighter, Nelson Mandela.
Other attractions of interest:
Table Mountain
A world Heritage Site, is undeniably the biggest tourist attraction in South Africa and draws local holidaymakers as well as tourists from the four corners of the globe. The summit can be reached by trails or cable-car, but hiking trails are also present on the side of the mountain.
Robben Island
Which lies about 11 kilometres north of Cape Town, has over the years become synonymous with the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa. It was here that activists like Nelson Mandela, Walter Sisulu, Govan Mbeki, Ahmed Kathrada, Robert Sobukwe and Neville.
Clifton, Camps Bay, Llundudno and Blouberg beach:
These are very famous beaches in Cape Town, beautiful sand and sea water, ideal places to relax and catch a tan.
Kirstenbosch Gardens:
Dedicated to the preservation of indigenous plants of Southern Africa which is situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain.
Kommetjie:
Only 30 minutes away from the city centre, Kommetjie is a small village with a rural feel on the way to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Cape Point:
Another main Cape Town attraction is the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, at Cape Point, noted for its wild flowers and floral diversity.
Constantia Wine Route:
One of the first wine-producing areas of the Western Cape, comprises of Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia and Buitenverwachting.
Simonstown:
Situated on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula, is about 35 minutes south of Cape Town. Also known as "The Historic Mile", this area, steeped in history, boasts a great variety of interesting buildings including a nautical museum detailing the town’s history.
Hout Bay:
This Cape Town attraction cum resort is enhanced by large fleets of fishing vessels and is a firm favorite with locals. Home to thousands of Cape fur seals, cormorants and sea gulls. Sunset cruises sail from Hout Bay to the Cape Town Waterfront
Rhodes
Memorial:
Built in 1912 on the slopes of Devils Peak by Sir Herbert Baker, this memorial to Cecil John Rhodes, resembles a Grecian Temple.
Signal Hill:
Spectacular views of the lights of the city, unforgettable from this vantage point. Signal Hill can also be seen from the Cape Town Waterfront.
Silvermine Nature Reserve:
Hiking trails offer views over False Bay, as well as being a reserve with some of the finest scenery in the Cape Peninsula.
South African Museum:
Famous for it's displays of ethnic groups, including life-sized casts of Bushmen (San), Khoikhoi and other tribes of Southern Africa.
ACTIVITIES:
Cape Safari’s:
Cape Safari offers full day tours to Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Cape Point, Simon’s Town, etc. And also Half day tours to the wine route, which you will visit places like Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek.
Cape Safari also provides shuttle service from the airport, bus station or any other form of transport to our hotel, Sleep Easy Hotel…
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Bookings contact Peter
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Shark Diving:
This is the best way to get close and personal with the dangerous Great White Shark. These famous carnivores can be found quite easily near Seal Island. These are recommended tour operators around Cape Town… |
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Ice Skating:
A superb world class ice rink at Grandwest Casino. Top class ice rink for hours of pleasure. |
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Kayaking:
Cape Town is situated on a peninsula, which means you can get into the water close to the CBD and paddle to numerous beaches up the coast. Rivers and dams are also options around the Cape Town area. |
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Paintball:
Canal Walk provides T-shirt riddling indoor paintball, while Action Paintball offers outdoor action in some amazing locations. |
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Sand boarding:
Take the opportunity to admire some of the Cape's premium sand boarding locations. But remember, these slopes are not for the vertically challenged. |
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Skateboarding:
One of Cape Town's best-loved activities is Skateboarding. Although there are a few rules about skating in Cape Town, people are generally quite tolerant. |
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Paragliding:
One of Cape Town's attractions includes Lion's Head near Signal Hill, which both overlook Clifton and Camp's Bay. Sir Lowry's Pass near Somerset West offers aerial views over the False Bay coast. All these venues offer excellent paragliding locations. |
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