With vaccines rolling out and travel resuming, now is a great time to start planning your next getaway. If you need inspiration, take a visual tour of Cape Town and discover why this city draws visitors from around the world.
The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront sits along the Atlantic with Table Mountain as a dramatic backdrop. Popular for shopping, dining and entertainment, it welcomes millions of visitors each year. © Gerold Grotelueschen | Dreamstime.com-
Near Hout Bay, Seal Island is home to tens of thousands of Cape fur seals. Visitors on boat tours often spot these spirited animals and the brown fur seals that share the island. © Vitmark | Dreamstime.com
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Camps Bay, on the west side of the Cape Peninsula, is known for its sandy beach, coastal promenade and views of the Twelve Apostles mountain range. The area offers seaside cafés, swimming spots and a lively atmosphere. © Jaturun Phuengphuttharak | Dreamstime.com
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After dark the V&A Waterfront comes alive with street performers, live music and illuminated attractions like the Cape Wheel. It’s a vibrant spot for dining and nightlife. © Arnold Petersen | Dreamstime.com
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Boulders Beach is celebrated for its sheltered inlets among granite boulders and its colony of African penguins. The area is protected to help preserve this vulnerable species. © Olaf Holland | Dreamstime.com
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Perched on the slopes of Signal Hill, Bo-Kaap is the historic heart of Cape Malay culture. Its brightly painted houses, cobbled streets and pre-1850s architecture make it a charming neighborhood to explore. © Littlewormy | Dreamstime.com
