Towns Near Cape Town
The Ultimate Guide To Exploring The Towns Within 120 Minutes Drive Of Cape Town
Cape Town, the "mother city", known for its scenic beauty, is a popular tourist destination. However, beyond the city lies a plethora of towns and villages that offer equally stunning scenery, accommodations, restaurants, and vineyards. These towns are all within a maximum of 120 minutes drive from Cape Town city centre and the Cape Peninsula, making them easily accessible to anyone with a vehicle.
The towns surrounding Cape Town cater to different tastes, expectations and interests of travellers.
For wine connoisseurs, there are three popular towns worth visiting – Franschhoek, Paarl, and Stellenbosch. Each surrounding town is famous for its wineries, vineyards, restaurants and accommodation where tourists can enjoy wine tasting, cellar tours, and pairing exquisite wines with delicious gourmet meals.
Apart from these popular wine towns, there are lesser-known destinations, for example, Tulbagh and Wellington. Yes, they are certainly not near as touristy as the others, but in our opinion, just as interesting, without the maddening crowds of tourists.
Over the next few months and years, the team at Uyaphi.com will add more content, including photo galleries, showcasing these towns as destinations and their surrounding activities, vineyards, and scenery. This content will provide tourists with a comprehensive guide and insight into each town, enabling them to choose from the available options. Whether it is an Atlantic Ocean fishing village on the West Coast, an Overberg village or Hermanus (and Walker Bay for some whale watching and shark cage diving), we will cover them all.
In conclusion, Cape Town's surrounding towns offer a variety of destinations for different kinds of tourists. They provide stunning scenery, accommodations, restaurants, vineyards, and adventure activities that make them must-visit places for travellers.
Exploring And Experience Cape Town And Her Surrounding Towns
Tulbagh
The wine estates of the valley produce exceptional wines of all varieties, the accommodation establishments offer great value and as an added bonus, the town is flanked on three sides by high mountain peaks, offering visitors a unique and stunning destination like no other.
The small quaint rural town of Tulbagh lies around 90 minutes drive from Cape Town.
Horse Riding in Cape Town
Experience an unforgettable adventure and explore the beauty of Cape Town by horseback.
Just a short drive from the centre of town, you will find Noordhoek – a sleepy community known for its stunning beach that stretches for over eight kilometres and is bordered by wetlands, Chapmans Peak and Kommetjie lighthouse.
Sleepy Hollow Horse Riding offers outrides on this beach where you can ride through dunes, trot across pools of water and even visit the skeletal remains of an old steamship wreck!
Climbing Table Mountain
Table Mountain is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cape Town, and with the Aerial Cableway closed for a few weeks, now is the perfect time to explore its many paths.
A hike up Skeleton Gorge provides an opportunity to experience nature's beauty while gathering breathtaking views along the way.
With record numbers of visitors coming to Cape Town due to its designation as World Design Capital 2014, and inclusion as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, it is no wonder why this city has been gaining so much attention.
Kirstenbosch, Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful and diverse gardens in Cape Town. With its sprawling 1,300 acres of land, Kirstenbosch offers a journey of the senses with its vibrant flowers, lush greenery and an array of birdlife.
For those looking for a unique experience, take on the Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway - an elevated walkway that provides stunning views across the gardens.
Cape Town Sightseeing Bus
Explore the stunning city of Cape Town in a budget-friendly and time-efficient way - The City Sightseer Bus.
This double-decker 'topless' red bus offers travellers several routes to take in all the attractions, including Blue Route from the City to Hout Bay, Red Route for Table Mountain Cable Car and Purple Route through Constantia Vineyards.
With the guided tour commentated in 15 different languages, this is a great day out for both kids and adults alike!
Constantia Valley Wine Route
The Constantia Valley Wine Route is a stunning destination for wine lovers in South Africa. It offers an array of estates, each with its own special selection of wines and unique experiences to enjoy.
From the upgraded wine-tasting venue at Uitkyk Estate to Klein Constantia's "Beyond Restaurant", there are plenty of opportunities to sample some excellent local vintages. For those looking for something special, Groot Constantia is home to Cape Ruby port and Eagles Nest has partnered with the Western Cape Raptor Research Programme.
Constantia Winelands, What to Do?
Escape from the hustle of Cape Town and immerse yourself in South Africa's famous wine culture by visiting Constantia Valley - only a quick journey away!
For centuries, Constantia Valley has been the home of some of South Africa's oldest and most renowned vineyards and wine farms.
Among these renowned wineries are Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Constantia Uitsig and Buitenverwachting – each with its own unparalleled atmosphere and exquisite wines.
Helicopter Flight over Cape Town
Experience the beauty of Cape Town from a whole new perspective with an amazing Helicopter Flight over the city!
Get ready to take off and explore the stunning coastline, Table Mountain, Camps Bay Beach and more - all while taking in spectacular views that can only be seen from above.
Soar through the skies on a 12-13 minute flight or opt for one of the longer flights available to Hout Bay, Cape Point or even out to the Cape Winelands.
Shark Cage Diving Cape Town
Experience the majesty of one of nature's most magnificent creatures with shark cage diving in Cape Town. With "Shark Diving", you can get up close and personal with great white sharks as they swim around the boat looking for bait.
Whether you want to dive yourself or just observe from the deck, this thrilling activity offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these powerful animals in their natural habitat.
You will also learn more about how humans are affecting their environment and why conservation efforts are essential for protecting them.