The city of Cape Town has a number of great attractions for it's visitors. The "Mother City" is a cosmopolitan mix of cultures and each influences the city in it's own way. This is partly why Cape Town is such a hit with seasoned travelers and first time holiday makers. Cape Town has been rated the best city for tourists in the Middle-East and Africa two consecutive years and the second best city in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine 2009.

In the article below, Candy Smith discusses the best routes to travel and places to visit once you have arrived on Cape Town's shores. Use the navigation link to view articles on The City of Cape Town on CBN's website as well as business related articles.


The List of Must-dos While in Cape Town
Author: Candy Smith

Where else will you find adventures and sceneries to pack a wallop into your getaway, but in Cape Town. Before dreaming of sand, sea, mountains, wines, and shopping galore, know where the action is and enjoy all the fun things to do in Cape Town without worrying about Cape Town accommodation because there are tons of the best around to suit your budget.

Cape Town has lots to offer in adventure, business travel, extreme adventure, restaurants, shopping, and routes. To miss one is to miss the true spirit of Cape Town. There are day trips and tours and air and water adventures. With all these plus the great food, there is no time to mope in your hotel. Here are the top 5 things to do here:

Take the Cape Wine Route


There are six grape farms here, and all are picture-perfect with comfortable lodges offering the best in modern amenities to give you comfort and convenience. It is advisable to stay a night or two if you want to see each nook and cranny of the vast expanse Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Wellington, Constantia, and Robertson.
 

Imagine walking along tree-lined trails, biking on warm sunny afternoons on these trails or picnicking under old oak trees, and sampling some of the world's best wines. It is guaranteed you will love every moment of your stay in the area.

Do the Safari Thrill


Forget about riding an elephant and tromp the mountains. A safari in Cape Town is riding an armored jeep through a game reserve and having an eyeful of lions, leopards, buffalos, rhinos, and elephants. You can spot a mean-looking croc, graceful gazelles, giraffes, eland, and hartebeests. Or if you want a bird's eye view of the game reserve, get a ride for a helicopter tour.

Experience the Cape Garden Route

This is not your average landscaped garden but stunning stretches of lush greenery, each place with their unique enchanting spell. From Cape Town, drive your rented car to one of the world's natural gardens where you can catch rare bird species in flight, dip your feet into cold streams, or shower under the waterfalls. There are numerous garden routes so decide where to go. Plan your itinerary ahead and call one of the Cape Town hotels there for reservations.
 

Conquer Table Mountain

Take a 7-minute cable ride around the mountain or rappel down the slopes or take a dip in the beach. For a relaxation, watch the sunset from Table Mountain with your friends. The experience is worth all the trouble of getting to the site albeit on a comfortable yacht.

Quench Your Nightlife Thirst

In Cape Town, the night is always young. With friends, go and sample the offerings of the bars. Drink the famous Cape Town wine and feast on seafood and steak. Do not forget your dancing shoes too because you will not be able to resist the live jive. Hot clubs are Bossa Nova Club, Opium, Pulse, and Tin Roof.
 

Get ready to enjoy the experience of lifetime, and do it in Cape Town where the action never stops.