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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
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.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Activities
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
WILDX 60min Atlantis Dunes Cape Town QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO
Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Our pick of the best Philadelphia Hotel Deals
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
Overall, I was underwhelmed by my stay at this hotel, which is unfortunate because if not for my bad experiences with staff, I would stay here again. The cons: The staff at this hotel discriminates against their guest according to skin color. This is said not on the basis of 1 experience but several. ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Easy access to waterfront and plenty of shopping and dining options
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Great location, right near all the action. Hotel, modern and well kept. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Portswood Hotel
Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Wonderful staff and amenities -- and the location was perfect! Woke up to a stunning view of Table Mountain, two steps away from all the activities at the Waterfront.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG
The new renovation is lovely. The staff were friendly and it was a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Philadelphia
Bloubergstrand
Unique features of Bloubergstrand include the mountain views and seaside views. Make a stop by Bloubergstrand Beach or Table Bay Mall 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.
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.
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.
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.
