Greenmarket Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Greenmarket Square
Popular places to visit
Pan African Market
Shop for art and handicrafts from across the African continent and watch the busy action of Long Street from a café balcony.
Greenmarket Square
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Greenmarket Square during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre
After visiting Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Town. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
34 Long
You can browse the exhibits at 34 Long, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cape Town. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Christian Barnard Hospital
If Christian Barnard Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cape Town.
South African Missionary Meeting House Museum
You can study the exhibits at South African Missionary Meeting House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
Cape Town: Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour
Half-Day Mount Nelson Afternoon Tea Experience
From Cape Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Seal Watching Tour
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
Our pick of the best Greenmarket Square Hotel Deals
Taj Cape Town
Spotless room, great service, food and spa top notch
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Great location, close to many restaurants, shops, markets and tour providers. Staff very helpful. Felt safe. A good place to stay in Capetown
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Charles Hope Cape Town
Absolutely loved my stay here- I stayed 10 days on my first trip to Cape Town. This hotel is a walking distance or short Uber ride to lots of attractions like BoKaap, v&a waterfront, district 6 museum, castle of good hope and also a short walk to the main train/bus station. There’s an information ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel
Clean room and helpful staffs. Excellent ala carte breakfast!
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Trade Boutique Hotel
I had a ground floor room as requested, in a lovely and quiet part of the hotel. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
I didn’t want to leave. Wish I had booked more days instead of switching hotels. From the staff to the food to the accommodations. Everything was perfect and then some!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Greenmarket Square
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
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 District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Kloof Street while you're exploring the area.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
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 Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
