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The Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is a must-see attraction in Cape Town, South Africa. Lush with colorful blossoms and vibrant landscapes, even a short visit to the Cape Town botanical gardens is worth the effort!
On our trip we were uncertain, at first, whether or not to include visiting Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden in our robust Cape Town Itinerary.… Read the rest
Our visit to Cape Town, South Africa was part of our maiden Around the World Trip as we made our way from the island of Mauritius to the Europe. Although Cape Town was our only destination in Africa on that trip and we wanted to make the most of our time in the area, we didn’t want to drive.… Read the rest
The city of Cape Town, South Africa abounds in natural beauty – from mountain tops to vineyards to an incredible shoreline. While there are numerous Cape Town tourist attractions to see, the Cape Town beaches are not to be missed!
In fact, it would be easy to spend entire Cape Town holiday on the soft sand beaches.… Read the rest
Warm weather and sandy beaches don’t exactly conjure up images of penguins – the funny little birds are more often thought of living in cold climates. But at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa – just south of Cape Town –more than 3,000 endangered African Penguins are living on the sandy shore.… Read the rest
Cape Town’s Table Mountain sits majestically in the background – to be marveled at in its enormity on clear days and in wonder on overcast days when the South Easter winds create the ‘tablecloth,’ shrouding the plateaued top in clouds. But the best way to experience one of the most famous mountains in Africa is from the top of it.… Read the rest
Cape Town has a bright and colorful city center that is steeped in history and culture. The city also features beautiful architecture, nearby nature and a lively entertainment district on the water. Although many of the top attractions are away from the central business district (CBD), we made time to explore the area on a Cape Town Self-Guided Walking Tour.… Read the rest
Some of the best South African wines are produced in the vineyard-dotted Winelands district, which sits just beyond the Cape Town city limits. Popular Cape Town wine tasting tours whisk visitors from the bustling city center to the lush grape growing South African wine region to sample the local product.… Read the rest
Nestled in a valley 12 miles south of the Cape Town CBD is the pleasant village of Hout Bay. Surrounded on three sides by mountains and by the Atlantic Ocean to the south, the quaint suburb exudes a distinct community vibe – but there are quite a few Hout Bay attractions to experience that draw tourists to visit.… Read the rest