Lonely Planet Cape Town

At the southern tip of Africa, this city is an enticing taste of an entire continent. Somewhere between the good looks of this cosmopolitan city and the realities of its surrounding suburbs is the true Cape Town. Eat out at the local hot spots, surf the secret breaks, or drum a tabletop to the tempo of a resident jazz ensemble. This guide will help you dig beneath the glittering surface and find your own unique take on the Cape.

Climb Table Mountain – our dedicated chapter will help you decide when, how, why and with whom

Quaff A Steen – from grand old vineyards to workers’ wines, our special chapter on wine will tickle your palate

See Every Angle – take a grass-roots tour of the Cape Flats, or wander the colourful streets of the Bo-Kaap; we’ve got every option covered

Get Some Rhythm – catch some jazz in this city that pounds to a perpetual beat

Fly, Dive And Sail – our hand-picked activities listings will have you skimming across the waves, diving with the sharks or catching a bird’s-eye view of the Cape