Meet Cape Town, Africa's colourful port

Also known as the "Mother City" because of its antiquity, famous for the importance and crowdedness of its port, Cape Town is one ofthe most popular destinations of the African southern cape.

Enjoy your walks in the cosmopolitan center of the big city which despite its historical importance, has been transformed into the modern and commercial heart of the city, decorated by impressive skyscrapers and filled with shops, live cafes and restaurants.

Get to know the tradition of the place with a walk in the colorful district of Bo-Kaap which invites you to wander through its picturesque alleys and visit its famous museum to discover the cultural wealth of the city

Complete this cultural experience with a visit to the District Six Museum to travel through its diverse exhibits.

Head to the Cape of Good Hope for endless walks on its picturesque beaches, enjoy the warm breeze and relax under the hot sunlight. While you are there, you must visit the Castle of Good Hope which is famous from the antient times and has great historical value.

What you will love, of course, is a refreshing walk in the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. The amphitheatrical green area located on the oldest mountain in Africa, the well-known Table, will give you magical images of the heavenly vegetation of the place, making you relax completely.

Food and local cuisine

In the capital of South Africa you will find a strong tradition that is very pleasantly reflected in the local cuisine. Visit one of the city's numerous restaurants and taste all the delicious dishes of the place. Start with the famous fried pies stuffed with minced meat or vegetables, try the bobote, the juicy soufflé with bread and meat, the spicy kebabs sosaties and the fish with snock jam and let your meal end with the favorite sweet of the locals, the milk pie mellert.

Best time to visit Cape Town

You can travel to Cape Town all year round, but the most ideal period is from October to May to avoid the high summer temperatures.

How to use transportation in Cape Town

Transfer from/to Cape Town

You can travel to Cape Town by plane as it has its own airport which is only 20 km from the city center. You can get to the centre by using local buses, taxis (20-30 euros) or by renting your own car.