Things to do in Cape Town

Planning questions about Cape Town

What are the best things to do in Cape Town?

Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike is the highest ranked experience in Cape Town, scoring 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,688 traveler reviews. Hike Table Mountain or Lions Head in Cape Town Like a Local, Cape Point and Boulder's Penguins Full Day Tour, #1 Boulders Penguins & Cape Point Full Day Tour with Pickup, Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town round out the top five. Outty ranks 3,027 bookable experiences in Cape Town, South Africa, and 21 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Cape Town cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Cape Town is R 950 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $20 on Cape of Good Hope and Penguins Full Day Tour from Cape Town. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Cape Town for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Cape Town currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Cape Town good for families?

Yes. 10 of the experiences we rank in Cape Town are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Cape Town?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Cape Town?

Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Cape Town?

117 of the 120 experiences we rank in Cape Town offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Cape Town gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Cape Town so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.