Attractions in Camps Bay, Cape Town
Distances are from the town centre.
Cape Town Holocaust Centre - Cape Town
The Cape Town Holocaust Centre in Gardens, established in 1999, is the first Holocaust Centre in Africa. It was founded with the purpose of educating the public about the Holocaust and combating racism, antisemitism, prejudice, and xenophobia. The Centre aims to foster an understanding of the con...
South African Jewish Museum - Cape Town
The South African Jewish Museum, located in Gardens in the heart of Cape Town, is a testament to the rich and diverse history of the Jewish community in South Africa. Officially opened by Nelson Mandela in 2000, the museum is housed in a beautifully restored building that was once the first synag...
Iziko South African National Gallery - Cape Town
The South African National Gallery, located in the Cape Town City Bowl, is a premier art museum that showcases a diverse collection of South African and international art, spanning historical and contemporary periods. Established in 1871, it is one of the oldest art museums on the African contine...
Museum of Dogs - Gardens, Cape Town
The Museum of Dogs in the Cape Town City Bowl, located at 95 Keerom Street, Gardens, offers a unique and delightful exploration of the historical and cultural significance of dogs. Established to celebrate the enduring bond between humans and their canine companions, the museum features an extens...
Signal Hill - Cape Town
Signal Hill derives it's name from the days when a semaphore (communication) post on the side of the hill was used to send signals to ships in the harbour. Today, the hill is famous for the noon day gun - a canon that has been fired everyday except Sunday, since 1902. The firing of the noon day g...
Maclear's Beacon - Table Mountain, Cape Town
Maclear's Beacon, standing at 1,086 meters (3,563 feet) above sea level, is the highest point on Table Mountain, one of Cape Town's most iconic landmarks. Named after Sir Thomas Maclear, an Irish-born astronomer and surveyor, the beacon was constructed in 1865 as a triangulation station for geode...
Long Street - Cape Town City Bowl
Long Street is one of Cape Town’s most recognisable urban arteries, stretching through the heart of the City Bowl with a character that blends historic charm and contemporary energy. Lined with Victorian-era buildings, wrought-iron balconies, and a mix of colonial and more modern architecture, th...
The Company's Garden - Cape Town
The Company’s Garden, located in the Cape Town City Bowl, is a historic public park and heritage site that dates back to the 1650s. Originally established by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) as a vegetable garden to supply fresh produce to passing ships, it is the oldest cultivated garden in So...
National Library of South Africa - Cape Town Campus
The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) - Cape Town Campus is one of the oldest libraries in the country and serves as a custodian of South Africa’s literary and documentary heritage. Its origins date back to 1818 when it was founded as the South African Public Library. The initial collection...
Bo-Kaap Museum - Cape Town
The Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum, located in the heart of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town, is a cultural and historical gem that offers a fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the Cape Malay community. Housed in one of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to the 1760s, the museum w...
Bo-Kaap Market - Cape Town
The new Bo-Kaap Market, perched on the vibrant corner of Yusuf Drive and Pentz Street in historic Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, has rapidly become one of the neighbourhood’s most compelling cultural additions. Officially opened in mid-February 2026 after soft trading since late 2025, this open-air market c...
Oudekraal Beach - nr Llandudno, Cape Town
Oudekraal Beach is a secluded and picturesque spot located between Llandudno and Bakoven on Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard. Nestled within the Table Mountain National Park, this intimate beach offers a tranquil and private escape from the more crowded tourist destinations. The beach is renowned fo...
Slave Lodge Museum (Iziko) - Cape Town
The Iziko Slave Lodge, located in the heart of Cape Town, is one of South Africa's oldest buildings and a significant historical site. Established in 1679 by the Dutch East India Company (VOC), the building originally served as a lodging for slaves brought to the Cape from various parts of Africa...
District Six Museum - Cape Town
The District Six Museum, located in Cape Town, serves as a poignant reminder of the forced removals that took place during the apartheid era in South Africa. Established in 1994, the museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of District Six, a vibrant and diverse community that w...
The Old Slave Tree Memorial - Cape Town
The Old Slave Tree Memorial in Cape Town's City Bowl stands as a poignant reminder of South Africa’s colonial and slavery history. This memorial inscribed with the text: "On this spot stood the old slave tree / Op hierdie plek het die ou slaweboom gestaan", can be located at ground level on a tra...
Two Oceans Marathon - Cape Town
The Two Oceans Marathon is a renowned annual running event held in Cape Town, South Africa. It is celebrated for its scenic routes that showcase some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. History and Overview: The Two Oceans Marathon, first held in 1970, is named for its unique cour...
Greenmarket Square, Cape Town
Greenmarket Square, located neatly in Cape Town's CBD, is one of the city's oldest and most vibrant public spaces. Established in 1696, the square was originally used as a marketplace where fresh produce was sold by the first settlers. Over time, it has transformed into a lively hub for local art...
Heritage Square - Cape Town City Centre
Heritage Square is a historic and vibrant complex located in the heart of Cape Town's city centre. It is a beautifully restored 18th-century courtyard surrounded by a collection of old Cape Dutch and Georgian buildings, which have been repurposed to house a variety of restaurants, boutique shops,...
The Fringe Handmade Creative Goods Market - Cape Town
The Fringe Handmade Creative Goods Market is a vibrant event in Cape Town, South Africa, celebrating local craftsmanship and creativity. It features a diverse range of handmade products, including jewelry, clothing, home décor, art, and more, all crafted by local artisans and designers. The marke...
The Fugard Theatre - District Six, Cape Town
The 280-seater Fugard Theatre is located within the historic Sacks Futeran building in Cape Town's District Six, with the renovated Congregational Church Hall in Caledon Street as its entrance. Construction of The Fugard Theatre was underwritten by its founding producer Eric Abraham, and is named...