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Cape Town City Guide

overall city rating 86%

Cape Town is the second most populous city in South Africa, forming part of the metropolitan municipality of the City of Cape Town. It is the provincial capital of the Western Cape, as well as the legislative capital of South Africa, where the National Parliament and many government offices are located. Cape Town is famous for its harbour as well as its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom, including such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point. Cape Town is one of the most popular South African destinations for tourism.

Reviews of Cape Town from boo.com

  • tommypeters1054 from Sweden has 16 reviews tommypeters1054 says:

    Cape Town/close to Waterfront is nice. It doesn\'t get full marks for everything, because there are other places topping it a different things. But all-around it\'s very good, and we remember all the nice people (both the natives and fellow tourists).

    Posted: on Feb 8, 2008 |

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  • tommypeters1054 from Sweden has 16 reviews tommypeters1054 says:

    Central Cape Town is nice, a lot of interesting places and if it\'s too hot in the day it\' s pretty easy to get to a beach (even withot the Ford Icon we had).

    Posted: on Jan 24, 2008 |

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  • tommypeters1054 from Sweden has 16 reviews tommypeters1054 says:

    Hostelworld.com bundles all parts of Cape Town and the suburbs into one \"blob\", this review is for Kommetje part, where we stayed. If you\'re not surfing, it\'s not much here for you. While the sandy beach is nice, the wind creates sand storms... And without car this… more

    Posted: on Jan 18, 2008 |

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Upcoming events in Cape Town

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  • Mar 26

    Emile YX? - Black Noise

    • When: Mar 26, 2010 (Friday)
    • Where: GrandWest Arena @ Grand West Casino
    • What: Ages: All Ages Emile YX? & Black Noise Private / Corporate Show @ find out more
  • Mar 27

    Riddare av Koden

    • When: Mar 27, 2010 (Saturday)
    • Where: ROAR (Upstairs Gandalfs)
    • What: Ages: All Ages STAGES OF BRUTALITY with BILE OF MAN find out more
  • Mar 23

    K, Ray and The Bird

    • When: Mar 23, 2010 (Tuesday)
    • Where: Die Boer
    • What: Ages: All Ages Once again we look forward to playing at Die Boer with it's great vibe, food and, of course, music. We'll be joined by our friends... find out more

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Recommended Hotels

  • 1. photo of Afrique du Sud BackpackersAfrique du Sud Backpackers

    What?
    A hostel with 37 beds.
    Where?
    Short bus trip from city centre and waterfront.
    Anything else?
    Guests can use the fully equipped kitchen. The hostel has a bar, BBQ area and common room. Bed linen included in price. On street parking available. Airport transfers can be arranged.

    boo rating 81%

  • 2. photo of The Backpack & Africa Travel CentreThe Backpack & Africa Travel Centre

    What?
    A hostel with 85 beds.
    Where?
    Close to city centre and main attractions.
    Anything else?
    Bed linen is included in the price. The hostel has its own swimming pool, café/bar and restaurant. Airport transfers can be arranged. Internet access available. Guests can use the kitchen and common area with satellite tv.

    boo rating 90%

  • 3. photo of Ashanti Lodge GardensAshanti Lodge Gardens

    What?
    A hostel with 96 beds.
    Where?
    15 min walk through Botanical Gardens to the city centre.
    Anything else?
    Internet access available. Tours, car rental and onward travel can be booked through the hostel's travel centre. There's a bar, swimming pool, tv lounge, garden and BBQ area. Guests can use the shared kitchen. Airport pickups can be arranged.

    boo rating 87%

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Top Restaurants

Pigalle Restaurant 100%
Mussel Cracker $$$$$ 80%
Rozenhof $$$$$ 80%
Royale Restaurant $$$$$ 100%
Arnolds Deli/Cafe $$$$$ 100%
Khaya-Nyama $$$$$ 100%
Melissa's $$$$$ 80%

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