Parklands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Activities
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town
Cape Town: African Dinner, Drumming Experience with Transfer
Cape Town Quad Bike and Free Sandboarding
Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Aquila Reserve Safari with Lunch and Wine Tasting
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Other neighbourhoods around Parklands
Bloubergstrand
Unique features of Bloubergstrand include the mountain views and seaside views. Make a stop by Bloubergstrand Beach or Dolphin Beach while you're exploring the area.
Century City
Unique features of Century City include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Canal Walk Shopping Centre or Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
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.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
- Cape Town Cruise Terminal
- Camps Bay Beach
- Table Mountain
- Cape Town Stadium
- Cape Town International Convention Centre
- Long Street
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Spier Wine Estate
- Hout Bay Beach
- Lions Head
- Castle of Good Hope
- Groot Constantia Winery
- Tyger Valley Shopping Centre
- Tygerberg Hospital
- Signal Hill
- Sea Point Swimming Pool
- Green Point Park
- Llandudno Beach