City Bowl Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Castle of Good Hope
At one of South Africa’s oldest buildings, browse exhibitions about the history of Cape Town and walk on ramparts to enjoy stunning views of Table Mountain.
Bree Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bree Street during your visit to Cape Town. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's mountain views.
South African National Gallery
South African, African and Western European art are the big stars of this cultural attraction. Study hundreds of years of work by prominent artists.
Bo Kaap Museum
You can study the exhibits at Bo Kaap Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cape Town. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.
Cape Town City Hall
Listen to live music performances and admire regal architecture at this landmark structure, made famous after Nelson Mandela gave a speech from its balcony.
Activities
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
Half Day Robben Island Tour with Customizable Options
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
Cape Town: Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best City Bowl Hotel Deals
Taj Cape Town
The Taj never disappoints! The staff at this Capetown location is superb! Some of the nicest and most genuine people I have met in Africa. The location is perfect if you need to be in the center of town and the gym/sauna/pool are open 24/7.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hotel Sky Cape Town
Great location with the best views in Cape Town
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Everything was perfect. The apartment was exactly as advertised. The staff were friendly and quite helpful. The location was ideal. I can’t wait to return.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
The staff were nice, the rooms were lovely and clean, the breakfast was good and differed slightly each day. The location is a bit away from anything else but taxis are easy to get about. The roof top pool is more in a bar, so it’s a bit odd to try use it when others are fully clothed having drinks. ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
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Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
Friendly staff. Terrible parking unless you secure something on the street opposite the lobby. Awkward bathroom/shower/toilet setup, small with opaque glass “walls”. Shower floor extremely slippery and bubbled up. Only one towel given. This place is cheap, but weird and not in a great way. Will I ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Bowl
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fresnaye
Unique features of Fresnaye include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Table Mountain National Park or Cape Floral Region Protected Areas 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 The Watershed might round out your trip.
