Cape Town is the second largest city in South Africa and is the capital of the Western Cape Province, as well as being the legislative capital of South Africa (the Houses of Parliament are here). It is located in the south-west corner of the country near the Cape of Good Hope, and is the most southern city in Africa. It is a stone's throw from South Africa's world-famous Cape Winelands around Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek. Cape Town International Airport is the second largest airport in South Africa (the largest being the OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg).

Cape Town is one of Africa’s most beautiful cities, nudging up to the squat bulk of Table Mountain. Cape Town’s rich urban texture is immediately apparent in its varied architecture. The signature Cape Dutch style, rooted in northern Europe, is at its grandest on the Constantia wine estates and typified by whitewashed gables. Muslim dissidents and slaves, freed in the nineteenth century, added their minarets to the skyline. The English, who invaded and freed the slaves, introduced Georgian and Victorian buildings. In the tightly packed terraces of the Bo-Kaap and the tenements of District Six, coloured descendants of slaves evolved an evocatively Cape brand of jazz.

You can visit Bo-Kaap, This neighbourhood, located on a hill south-west of downtown, is the area historically inhabited by mainly Muslim descendants of slaves from South-East Asia (hence an older term for the area - 'Malay Quarter'. It's a common location for film shoots, as there are some very colourful buildings, quaint streets, mosques. views over Cape Town and some great food sold on the side of the street. You can also visit the Castle of Good Hope is South Africa's oldest surviving building. It was built between 1666 and 1679. It is popularly called 'The Castle' by locals. It has extensive displays of historical military paraphernalia, a history of the castle, an art collection and the William Fehr Collection (including old Cape Dutch furniture).You can eat and buy wine inside the Castle at the restaurant or café. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Created on land given to the South African people by Cecil Rhodes Kirstenbosch is one of the worlds most stunning gardens in possibly the most stunning location set below the Castle Bustress cliffs of Table Mountain. View the hugely diverse and beautiful plants and flowers of the Cape flora. Plants from all of the regions of South Africa are on display, including rare succulents from the Richtersveld, a giant baobab tree, and interesting medicinal plants. You can also visit Robben Island, Rhodes Memorial, South African Parliament, Two Oceans Aquarium, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and also you can visit Bo-Kaap Museum, District Six Museum and many more. Also you could go to Theatre like Armchair Theatre, Artscape Theatre and many more. Almost everything is possible in Cape Town, from a nice guided city tour through an adrenaline kick in an old fighter jet. The easiest way to get an overview on things to do, nice restaurants, clubs, tours etc is to walk into one of the visitors' centres which can be found in several areas. (V&A Waterfront, City Bowl, Green Point etc). A good option to consider is to make use of a reputable tour guiding company. They will be able to provide you with a knowledgeable tour guide, who will ensure that you get to see all the popular features of the city, as well as show you many of the often missed, hidden attractions. Ultimate-Escape South Africa (www.ultimate-escape.co.za) offers tours custom designed for your interests, and offers complete interactive tours for disabled individuals too.

Try Cape Town vibrant fish-and-chips culture, which reveals itself in various forms. You’ll find casual street-food-style eateries and hole-in-the-wall hatches serving up deep-fried fish and chips, along with fancier versions served at top restaurants. Or try Bunny chow, it’s a filling, fast-food dish that is essentially half a loaf of hollowed-out bread filled with curry. Or try Biltong and droëwors which are the staple bar or road-trip food in many South African diets. Biltong is simply cured, dried and then sliced or left in solid sticks. Droëwors is essentially a dried sausage.

With South African wines becoming more and more popular worldwide, the number of tourists who visit Cape Town to learn more about the local wines is growing. The impressive variety of vineyards in Cape Town and the surrounding Cape Winelands make the choice which one to visit and which wine to taste very difficult. It is always a good idea to rely on one of the established wine tour operators. Guests should insist on a specialised guide with a thorough knowledge of South African wines. Food in Cape Town is generally of high quality. However, do not buy fresh fruit from street vendors, as it commonly makes travelers sick. The wines are much celebrated, but the surrounding region is also a major fruit producer, and the Karoo lamb is widely regarded. Accommodation in Cape Town ranges from hostels (of which there are many) to luxury accommodation. Actually, there are so many hotels, B&Bs and guest houses that it can be difficult to decide where to stay! Staying in city centre can often work out cheaper as obviously all the attractions are to hand, but stick to one of the neighbourhoods next to the central area for better prices and a quieter nights sleep.