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Best Places to Visit in Cape Town

Mukta Gaikwad
While vacationing in Cape Town, if you miss out on the best places, your trip would be a total waste. So do your research beforehand and make an itinerary of the best places to visit in Cape Town, so that you can make the most of your trip!
Your trip to Africa isn't complete if you haven't toured the continent's most scenic place. Cape Town, is the home for the famous Cape of Good Hope, which was originally known as Cape of Storms by Portuguese explorer Bartholomew Dias in 1488.
It was King John II, who renamed it as Cape of Good Hope, as the cape provided an easy access to the trade route between India and Africa. Cape Town has several interesting places for each and every traveler.
With the best restaurants and finest cuisines, the bustling city perfectly perches between modernity and the bygone era. A culturally vibrant city, it has some of the never-seen-before experiences to offer to an ardent traveler. So, read on to know what are some of the best places to visit in Cape Town, to make trip more than just a memory!

Places to See in Cape Town

Table Mountain

Table Mountain is one the most famous tourist attractions of Cape Town. Known to be 260 million years old, it is the highest point of the city. The mountain is about 3559 feet above sea level and is considered as a world heritage site.
This landmark features in South Africa's flag as well. To experience the beauty of this iconic mountain, you can go hiking or mountain climbing. For those looking a easier way to view the mountain, cable cars is an excellent option. It will give you an entire view of the mountain in lesser time too.

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However, to see nature's blessing on the mountain, one needs to get up close and personal with it. So, gear up for a little adventure to see the mountain by yourself!

Robben Island

Take a walk through history and the significant events that have shaped the world into what it is today, by visiting the Robben Island. This famous apartheid prison once held Nelson Mandela and many other political leaders, soldiers and activists captive.
During the World War II, this place was used as a hospital for people with leprosy, mentally challenged people and later as a prison for several others. However, since 1997, it has been declared as a world heritage site, which now resonates stories of incandescent human spirit.
To visit this historic site, you need to book a ferry trip. This tour is conducted by former prisoners, which makes it even more interesting for those looking to peep into Africa's history.

Constantia Wine Route

If you are a wine connoisseur, even in the smallest measurement, then visiting the Constantia Wine Route is absolutely mandatory. Situated beneath the majestic Table Mountain, this wine estate is a rendezvous with some of the ancient concoctions.
Walk through the vineyards feeling the cool coastal breeze and the scent of the characteristic African fynbos. Groot Constantia is Cape Town's oldest wine making facility. A bottle of 1791 Constantia wine was found in Duke of Northumberland's wine cellar in late 1980s.
He returned it to Cape Town for ceremonial tasting. The velvety liquid, which was about 200 years old scored 18.7 points out of 20 from the wine experts. Even Napoleon chose Constantia's fruity brews above the rest. Now, it is definitely worth a visit!

Victoria and Albert Waterfront

The historic harbor of Cape Town was started in 1654 by Jan van Riebeeck, with a small jetty. Set against the backdrop of overwhelming Table Mountain, this place is located in the heart of the city.
Thus, missing it, isn't quite an option! Today the place is the hub of all the cultural activities and is throbbing with international shopping brands, restaurants, cafes and nightlife. Experience a mixture of excitement and merriment with a visit to Victoria and Albert Waterfront.
So mentioned here are some of the handpicked places that you ought to visit, if you are vacationing at Cape Town. To get the real taste of Cape Town, mingle with the locals at the restaurants and the clubs. Getting the hang of the local languages and the traditions will make the visit to Cape Town, even more beautiful!