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Popular places to visit
Table Mountain
Climb to the summit of this spectacular mountain and you'll be rewarded with sweeping views of Cape Town and the stunning surrounds of Table Bay.
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
Cape Town International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
Activities
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
Guided Robben Island Historic Prison Tour with Pickup & Drop-off
Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour
Paint and Picnic Experience in Cape Town (including transfers)
Robben Island Half Day Prison Tour with Pre-Booked ferry Ticket.
Our pick of the best Observatory Hotel Deals
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Mowbray
"This is a beautiful traditional Cape style furnished facility. A welcoming staff and servers are constantly attentive. Breakfast is plentiful, fresh and delicious and beautifully presented. The room is clean and comfortable, the amenities replenished daily. Well situated away from the noise of touristy ..."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Taj Cape Town
"Super friendly, amazing room"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
"Superb! For an airport hotel in the middle of an industrial area, this place is great! Clean, green, excellent breakfast buffet included, little park with natural swimming pool and walking path through a garden out back, free shuttle to and from airport, and very cheap shuttle to Waterfront. Every ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
"I only needed somewhere to lay my head overnight! As such the Road Lodge met all my expectations. Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. Although the menu was fairly basic, it was more than enough for my needs - delicious toasted sandwich 😀"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
"Room was spacious with a nice view of the mountain. Breakfast was excellent. Location was great close to v&a waterfront."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
"We attended a conference at the Cape Town Convention Center right across the street, and so this was incredibly convenient (and much more of a quiet respite than the hotel thus conference organizers chose as their hotel). I would totally recommend this hotel to ANYONE attending a conference at the ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Observatory
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.
Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.
Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.
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.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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