City Bowl Travel Guide

Cape Town

A statue of a man on horseback, a park with benches, and a mountain in the background.

A narrow street lined with colorful buildings, parked cars, and pedestrians.

A mountain silhouette against a sunset sky.

A rocky beach with clear turquoise waters, a distant mountain, and a grassy hillside.

A person sitting on a rocky outcrop overlooking a coastal city with ships in the distance.

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A cityscape with modern buildings, a large stadium, and mountains in the background.

Cape Town International Convention Centre

8.6/10 (246 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Things to do

Cape Town 90 minute Sunset Cruise with The Spirit of Victoria

£29

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Sandboarding in Cape Town for 2hours

£16

per adult

Robben Island Tour; Pickup, Drop-off; Guided Tour Historic Prison

Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off

£46

per adult

From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience

£101

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Cape Town: The Cape Wheel Ticket

£12

per adult

Bay Sail Adventure on the Spirit of Victoria

£13

per adult

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Top hotels in City Bowl

Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street Cape Town Western Cape

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

£145

9 Aug - 10 Aug

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)

"Great hotel. Great location for CBD. Staff always wonderful, room was lovely and I got upgraded to a Mountain View which is awesome. The J Wellness spa on site is fantastic too."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

57 Heerengracht Street Cape Town Western Cape

£83

26 Jul - 27 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (602 reviews)

"Excellent stop. Spent a week there and was ideally located for the CTICC just a few minutes walk away. The hotel was clean with excellent services snd much better than some others in that area. Would definately stay again."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

29 Heerengracht Street Cape Town Western Cape

£100

16 Jul - 17 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Long Street ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

"We love our stay at Radisson Cape Town Foreshore. Staff was very friendly, facilities well maintained and very spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront

Cnr Dock And Alfred Roads Cape Town Western Cape

£118

23 Jul - 24 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (914 reviews)

"We loved this hotel. It was stylish and clean. The staff were helpful. The location was handy and quiet."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Hotel Sky Cape Town

Lower Long St Cape Town Western Cape

£71

26 Jul - 27 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located ...

8.4/10 Very good! (431 reviews)

"This hotel room is very long/narrow, have to walk sideways to get from the bed to the restroom. The flatscreen TV sticks out in between 2 beds so if not careful, you will bump into the TV box since you already have to walk sideways. The room is clean, the bathroom counter has ample space. The hotel ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Urban Elephant The Rose

117 Strand St Cape Town Western Cape

Stay at this aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Long Street and Cape Town Stadium are located ...

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Where to stay in City Bowl

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A marina with boats docked, a large building with a sign reading "Spirit of Victoria," and a wooden dock with a 'Please Keep' sign.

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Two Oceans Aquarium or Nelson Mandela Gateway might round out your trip.

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A coastal town with rocky shores, a beach, and mountains in the background.

Camps Bay

The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

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A coastal park with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Sea Point

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.

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A building with a sign for 'Long Street Hotel' and 'Buena Vista Social Cafe'.

Cape Town City Centre

Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Houses of Parliament and Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

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