Greenmarket Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Greenmarket Square
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Old Town House
You can study the exhibits at Old Town House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Robben Island Tour; Pickup, Drop-off; Guided Tour Historic Prison
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
Half-Day Mount Nelson Afternoon Tea Experience
Our pick of the best Greenmarket Square Hotel Deals
Taj Cape Town
Beautiful 5* hotel in the historic centre of Cape Town. Delicious food. Good area during the day - better to go by Uber at night
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Trade Boutique Hotel
Everything about Trade Boutique Hotel is 100% on point.the staff are amazing very young and also talented. I enjoyed the looftop drinks
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
ONOMO Hotel Cape Town - Inn on the Square
The food was fresh however they had limited variety of food to choose from.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
breakfast excellent
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
The breakfast was amazing! The staff were really friendly and the rooftop area was a real oasis in the busy city. Also, the room size was incredibly generous.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Old Bank Hotel
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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 Cape Town City Hall and Houses of Parliament, 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 Iziko South African Museum 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.
