Places in and around Cape Town are full of tourist attractions, with few of them being well known and others being slightly off the beaten track. Places you just cannot miss in Cape Town include:

Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope:Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope nature reserve is a major tourist attraction in the city. The place is a beautiful amalgamation of mountains, sea and animals. A walk along the cliffs takes the travelers to the lighthouse with the most powerful beam in the country. Also available in the reserve are a curio shop and the Two Oceans restaurant.

Table Mountain:Table Mountain is one of the most famous landmarks in Cape Town. The mountain derives its name from the flat top with the clouds forming its table cloth. The top of the mountain covers a distance of approximately 3 kms. Apart from the breathtaking view, travelers also visit this place for the walking trails, curio shops and restaurant.

Robben Island:An apartheid prison where Nelson Mandela and likes spent a major portion of their lives, Robben Island was declared a world heritage site in 1997. The Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island was officially opened by Nelson Mandela in 2001. The island is also features multimedia exhibitions, an auditorium, restaurant and a museum shop.

Constania Wine Route:In the shadow of Table Mountain lies the Constania Wine Route with some of the oldest wine estates in the country. The best and most remarkable wine in South Africa is produced here. The wine route consists of Klein Constantia, Groot Constantia, Buitenverwachting, Steenberg and Constantia Uitsig vineries with a winemaking history that dates back to 1685.

Most travelers to Cape Town prefer to stay in the suburbs and beautiful waterfronts. The city center is connected with the suburbs through excellent freeways hence travelers don`t mid staying in the suburban areas like Winelands, Constantia and Hout Bay.

Beaches:The classic beaches in Cape Town are found in Clifton and Camps Bay. Some of the most expensive accommodation options are found in the areas near to these beaches. South Peninsula too has really good and affordable hotels that are within walking distance from several beaches. The seaside harbors and villages in Cape Town and its suburban areas are extremely beautiful and attractive. You`ll find some great options to stay in the Monkey Valley in Noordhoek and the Simon`s Town.

Waterfront and Sea Point:The waterfront complex is a favorite amongst families for its great restaurants, shops and entertainment options. Some of the finest five star hotels can be found here, such as the Table Bay, Radisson Hotel Waterfront and the Cape Grace. Breakwater Lodge is an ideal location for the travelers looking for a budget accommodation. Sea Point abounds in accommodation options of all ranges and is the best place for a sunset walk.

Gardens: This elegant area lies above the city center and is home to a large number of restaurants and cafes. The Gardens is full of beautiful homes that have been converted to guest houses. The Mount Nelson is one of the oldest and the most elegant hotels in the region that still retains its colonial class.

A valid passport is required by all nationals intending to visit Johannesburg. The South Africa consulate requires at least 2 blank pages in your passport for entry stamp.

Visa is not required by the nationals of following countries, traveling for a period of less than 90 days, and for business and pleasure purposes:

• British
• Canada
• USA
• Australia
• Some EU countries

UK nationals are exempted from paying visa charges.

Summer months from November to February form the peak tourist season in Cape Town. Sunny days and evenings, Mediterranean climate and little rain make summers the best time to visit this city. Spring and autumn too is a great time to visit Cape Town. It is an ideal time to enjoy whale watching, flowers and vineyards at their best.

Cape Town is located in between the Indian and Atlantic Oceans and enjoys mild winters and pleasant summers. Temperatures in summer months from December to February hover around 15 to 27 degrees Celsius. June to August are winter months when the average temperature is in the range of 7 to 20 degrees Celsius. Cape Town experiences moderate rainfall all through the year.

Currency:Currency of Cape Town is the South Africa Rand. ATMs and currency exchange bureaus can be easily found throughout Cape Town. Almost all commercial banks exchange traveler`s checks and deal in all major currencies. All international credit cards are widely accepted.

Language:There are a range of languages that are spoken in Cape Town. The majority of people in Cape Town can speak and understand English. Afrikaans is a pre-dominant language here. The other languages spoken at Cape Town include Sotho, Zulu, Swati, Ndebele, Tswana and Venda.