Cape Town was originally founded as a supply station for Dutch East Indies ships heading east.
It enjoys a picturesque location on the coast. South Africa , making it have stunning views of the bay and ocean with the iconic Table Mountain.
It is also considered one of the most famous tourist destinations in Africa , for its stunning scenery, mild climate and wonderful tourist facilities.
Here is an overview of the most important and beautiful tourist destinations in Cape Town.
The most important and beautiful tourist destinations in Cape Town
Cape Town, Muizenberg Beach
Although this sandy beach It's not very long, but the water here is warmer for swimming than other Cape Town beaches.
However, perhaps the biggest draw of this beach is the waves that make it so popular with surfers..
It is also a good place to learn this water sport, as free lessons are widely available here.
Although the area fell into disrepair in the late 20th century, it is now restoring itself back to its former splendor.
Non-beach attractions include the house built by Cecil Rhodes (known as the Diamond King) who died in 1902.
Muizenberg Beach
Cape Town, Castle of Good Hope
The pentagon-shaped Castle of Good Hope is the oldest surviving colonial building in South Africa.
The Dutch East India Company began construction in 1666 to replenish supplies for ships.
The building's design includes the coats of arms of several Dutch cities on its main gate.
It is a military installation in Cape Town today, as well as home to the Citadel Military Museum and the city's Iziko Museums.
The Military Museum tells the history of the Cape, while the Iziko Museum displays historical paintings and antique furniture, known as the William Feher Collection.
Castle of Good Hope
Cape Town, Cape Point
The stunning scenery is a great reason to visit Cape Point, which is located at the end of the Cape Peninsula.
Located less than 65 km (40 miles) from Cape Town, Cape Point is extremely scenic with high rocks and stunning ocean views.
It is part of Table Mountain National Park, and is home to around 250 species of birds as well as baboons and zebras.
Its huge diversity of plant life also helps make Cape Point a photographer's paradise.
Cape Point
Clifton Beach
Cape Town has some of the best beaches in the world.
Clifton Beach is certainly the newest of them all and is located on the western side of the Atlantic Ocean just ten minutes from the city centre.
Clifton is actually a series of four beaches separated by a stretch of granite rocks.
But unfortunately, although the water looks blue and inviting, it is in reality always very cold with an average of around 12 to 16 degrees Celsius, and is only bearable on a hot summer day.
Clifton Beach
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
This waterfront is one of South Africa's most popular attractions, with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, Table Bay and Table Mountain.
Named after Britain's Queen Victoria and her youngest son Alfred, this historic facade today houses a variety of shops and restaurants.
The waterfront is also home to art galleries, an aquarium, an amphitheater, with live entertainment that is usually free, and a ship museum among other attractions.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
Robben Island
Robben Island is located just off the coast of Cape Town.
For three centuries, Robben Island has been used as a military base, a hospital for those suffering from socially unacceptable diseases that required complete isolation such as leprosy, and as a prison for political prisoners.
One of the most famous figures to have been imprisoned here was Nelson Mandela, who was imprisoned here for 18 years; and who became President of South Africa after his release.
Today Robben Island is one of Cape Town's most popular tourist attractions and can be reached by ferry from the above mentioned waterfront.
Robben Island off the coast of Cape Town
table mountain
Located within a national park, reaching its summit is an exciting experience offering stunning views of Cape Town and Robben Island to the north and the Atlantic coast to the west and south.
The summit is 1,086 metres (3,563 ft) high, and can be easily reached by cable car.
Each cable car cabin also features rotating floors that allow passengers to enjoy 360-degree views during the ride to the top.
table mountain
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