The things to do in Cape Town range from geological formations such as Table Mountain, the rock formations called The Twelve Apostles and several botanical gardens or parklike settings. You can also go to visit historical buildings such as the Castle of Good Hope, the Victoria and Albert Waterfront--one of the world's busiest, and the District Six Museum. Attractions that are related to the flora and fauna are the Cheetah Outreach and the World of Birds. There are several parks and nature preserves in the vicinity as well. Many people just spend their time in Cape Town enjoying the beaches in the area.

Cape Town shopping presents a variety of merchant offerings and types from commercial malls to small boutiques. Both imported goods and export products are offered for sale. The favorable exchange rate helps to make shopping in Cape Town a most pleasant experience. Prices are lower due to lower production costs so the international visitor can save two ways. The visitors to the area can look for gold, diamonds, jewelery, leather goods, African curios, and fashionable apparel. Art, antiques and ceramics are also popular amongst shoppers. Shoppers will usually find stores open between 8 and 5 pm on weekdays with longer hours on Friday. Saturday hours are from 8 to 1 pm.

Car parking - car hire in Cape Town requires a valid driver's license and a credit card so you can make your arrangements in advance, arrive at the airport and in ten minutes be behind the wheel of an SUV or luxury car, a compact or 16 passenger van. As an urban area, Cape Town suffers from the same type of pollution and congestion problems related to automobiles as any large metro area, but extensive studies have been prepared regarding ways to lessen or eliminate the problem. Road conditions in Cape Town are excellent, as are those on the main motorway. Avoid traveling the N2 at night because of large animals wandering the road.

You can find a Cape Town hotel ranging from budget price and quality all the way to five star luxury. There is even a few hotels that could be classified as resort accommodations. Generally the hotel choices are those near the waterfront, city center, suburban or in proximity to the airport. Cape Town restaurant choices are equally varied. Gourmet dining with wine selections that are award winning are frequent. The cosmopolitan atmosphere of the city means that excellent food from most major cuisines is available. In addition, foods that are unique to the country and region are skilfully prepared and presented.