Observatory Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Table Mountain
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Cape of Good Hope
Feared by sailors for centuries, the jagged cliffs around the Cape of Good Hope showcase the splendour of South Africa’s native wilderness.
Activities
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town
Cape Town: African Dinner, Drumming Experience with Transfer
Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Cape Town: Half-Day City Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Observatory
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or South African Museum and Planetarium while you're exploring the area.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Cape Town Cruise Terminal might round out your trip.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
- Cape Town Cruise Terminal
- Camps Bay Beach
- Boulders Beach
- Table Mountain
- Cape Town Stadium
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Spier Wine Estate
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Lions Head
- Muizenberg Beach
- Chapmans Peak
- Hout Bay Beach
- Castle of Good Hope
- Groot Constantia Winery
- Tygerberg Hospital
- Table Mountain National Park