Lonely Planet Cape Town

How do you reconcile Cape Town's brutal history with the pursuit of pleasure? Let Lonely Planet guide you through the townships, wineries and jazz joints of Africa's most hedonistic seaside city.

• 8 colour maps covering the whole city, plus excursion maps
• kloofing, abseiling, cycling, hang-gliding: all the information you need to get your adrenaline pumping
• the best in nightlife, including a special section on gay and lesbian Cape Town
• accommodation options in every style, from converted trains to boutique hotels
• transport information that will have you riding a Rikki like a local