The 15 best things to do in Cape Town (2026)

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   1. Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

   Outty Ranking95

   We will be hiking up Lions Head, Cape Town's most Instragram'able hike. We plan to either catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean or sunrise from the Hottentots Holland mountains. We enjoy some amazing photo opportuniti. 90+ Club at 95/100, 5.0/5 from 1,668 traveler reviews, 3.5h from R 1,000, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Hike Table Mountain or Lions Head in Cape Town Like a Local

   Outty Ranking94

   I offer a variety of hikes -some popular and some 'Off the beaten Track', less known hikes. Sunrise / Sunset / Full Moon / Day hike options *Always MESSAGE me first* Time can be discussed* 0027790909437 *Minimum 2 person. 90+ Club at 94/100, 5.0/5 from 282 traveler reviews, 4h from R 149, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town

   Outty Ranking94

   Hi there! I am your local Cape Town guide, and I cannot wait to take you on this tour for I have many stories about the Cape of good hope that I would love to share with you. Pickup will be from your hotel before we head. 90+ Club at 94/100, 4.9/5 from 3,721 traveler reviews, 9h from R 600, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. #1 Boulders Penguins & Cape Point Full Day Tour with Pickup

   Outty Ranking94

   Discover the beauty of the Cape Peninsula on an exhilarating full‐day tour that blends adventure with nature. Travel along scenic coastal roads, stopping at landmarks and hidden gems that reveal the region’s charm. Beg. 90+ Club at 94/100, 4.9/5 from 1,267 traveler reviews, 9h from $49, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   5. Cape Point and Boulder's Penguins Full Day Tour

   Outty Ranking94

   Enjoy a live-guided day excursion to visit the Penguins at Boulders Beach, Cape Point (the romantic meeting place of the mighty Atlantic and Indian oceans) and the Cape of Good Hope. This tour offers you over 1 hour at t. 90+ Club at 94/100, 4.9/5 from 4,460 traveler reviews, 8h from R 495, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   6. Cape Town Winelands – Franschhoek Wine Tram & Stellenbosch Tour

   Outty Ranking93

   Join our small group tour and discover the Mountainous, best wine growing regions of South Africa. This tour combines the ever-popular Franschhoek tram and also allowing a visit to the historic town of Stellenbosch in a. 90+ Club at 93/100, 4.9/5 from 484 traveler reviews, 9h from R 550, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   7. Cape Point & Boulders Beach Penguins Full-Day Tour from Cape Town

   Outty Ranking93

   Discover the spectacular Cape Peninsula on a full-day small-group tour from Cape Town. Travel along the dramatic Atlantic coastline, enjoy the famous Chapman’s Peak Drive, visit the African penguin colony at Boulders Bea. 90+ Club at 93/100, 4.9/5 from 424 traveler reviews, 8h from R 640, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   8. Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

   Outty Ranking93

   Spend an enriching day discovering the Cape's top wine regions of Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch with a knowledgeable local guide. This 3 regions Cape Winelands tour offers a comprehensive wine experience and inc. 90+ Club at 93/100, 4.9/5 from 6,081 traveler reviews, 8h from R 745, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   9. Hike Table Mountain with a Guide - Choose Route

   Outty Ranking92

   Hike to the top of Table Mountain, one of the new 7 Wonders of Nature & take the cable car back down. There are 2 route options to choose from (please select correct option at booking): A. India Venster, a more adventur. 90+ Club at 92/100, 5.0/5 from 286 traveler reviews, 3.5h from R 1,000, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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    10. 5 Day Garden Route and Addo Safari - Best of South Africa Small Group Tour

    Outty Ranking92

    Discover the highlights of South Africa’s legendary Garden Route – including Addo Elephant National Park, Jeffreys Bay, Knysna Heads, Wilderness and Oudtshoorn - on a small group tour from Cape Town. You’ll explore this. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 328 traveler reviews, 120h from R 13,310, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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    11. Table Mountain, Boulders Penguins and Cape point Day Tour

    Outty Ranking91

    This tour is best suitable for those wanting to experience the top 3 attractions of Cape town and more in a day tour. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and immediately go over the itinerary with you and also as. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 1,159 traveler reviews, 9h from R 600, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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    12. Table Mountain,Cape Point & Penguins Shared Tour, From Cape Town

    Outty Ranking91

    We have combined 5 visited attractions in one day and couple of stops to leave you with plenty photographs and unforgettable long life memories as you journey around to see the vantage point booking with us . From downt. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 319 traveler reviews, 9.5h from R 900, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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    13. Cape Town live guided Urban Safari: Inner City Tour

    Outty Ranking91

    Discover Cape Town’s hidden side on a unique Urban Safari through the city’s back alleys, secret streets, and lesser-known corners. Led by a knowledgeable safari guide passionate about the city, this tour dives deep into. 90+ Club at 91/100, 5.0/5 from 182 traveler reviews, 0.8h from R 55, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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    14. African Story Wine Tours in the Cape Winelands

    Outty Ranking91

    Get ready for an unforgettable, full-day adventure through the breathtaking South African winelands! On this fantastic 8-hour tour, we’ll whisk you away to the gorgeous regions of Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch for. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 967 traveler reviews, 8h from R 2,150, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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    15. Avoid the Lines! - Avoid the Crowds! With Convoy Tours!

    Outty Ranking91

    The full day Cape Convoy Cape Peninsula tour is outstanding. We leave early, don't sit in traffic, we avoid the crowds, we don't wait in lines and have a lot of fun, we were social distancing long before Covid 19 The w. 90+ Club at 91/100, 5.0/5 from 161 traveler reviews, 8h from $94, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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