Philadelphia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
Cape of Good Hope
Enjoy stunning scenery, rich cultural heritage and an eclectic variety of wildlife – all within reach of Africa’s most southerly tip.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Activities
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Optional Cruise
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
WILDX Atlantis QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO OPS CAPE TOWN
Ultimate Jeep 4x4 sandboarding tours cape town Atlantis Dunes
Our pick of the best Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Proximity to Tours,shops,food. No negatives
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
Clean room. Food from restaurant and room service was good. The hotel itself looks old and outdated (carpet, walls, shower floor), but the room was comfortable. The room was over the conference room, which had a party the last night of the stay, but was very quiet throughout the beginning of the ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Close to V and A
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
The Commodore Hotel
Amazing staff, very clean and loved where the location was at. Always felt safe around there. Beautiful!!!!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town
Very comfortable. Lovely ocean view. Good size room. Good service. Good spa.
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
The Portswood Hotel
Perfect location wonderful staff
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Philadelphia
Bloubergstrand
Unique features of Bloubergstrand include the mountain views and seaside views. Make a stop by Bloubergstrand Beach or Dolphin Beach while you're exploring the area.
Century City
Unique features of Century City include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Canal Walk Shopping Centre or Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
Eikenbosch
If you're spending time in Eikenbosch, check out sights like Tyger Valley Shopping Centre or Nitida Cellars and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stikland Station or Sarepta Station.
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 Two Oceans Aquarium or Nelson Mandela Gateway might round out your trip.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Philadelphia Travel Guide
- Cape Town Stadium
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Bloubergstrand Beach
- GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World
- Tygerberg Hospital
- Panorama Medi-Clinic
- Meerendal Wine Estate
- Grand West
- Kuilsriver Golf Club
- Cobble Walk Shopping Centre
- The Watershed
- Durbanville Medi-Clinic
- Metropolitan Golf Club
- Milnerton Beach
- SANCCOB Penguin Rehabilitation Center
