V&A Waterfront Places of Interest
Attractions IN V&A Waterfront
Landmarks / World Heritage Sites
Robben Island
For nearly 400 years, Robben Island, 12 kilometres from Cape Town, was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment. It was here at Robben Island that rulers sent those regarded as political troublemakers, social outcasts and the unwanted of ...
Penguin Route / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Popular Tourist Routes
Robben Island Penguin Colony
Few people know of Robben Island Penguin Colony's existence. When the Dutch originally arrived in the Cape, penguins dominated the island. But by 1800 they were all gone - killed to add variety to the rabbits introduced in 1685 as a source of meat for ...
Aquariums
Two Oceans Aquarium
The Two Oceans Aquarium is without doubt one of the most exciting attractions in the city, particularly if you have children (there is a wonderful child play area in the basement set right up against the seal display where children and seals have fun ...
Landmarks / Entertainment / Shopping
V&A Waterfront
One of Cape Town's biggest tourist attractions, the Waterfront evokes images of the early activities of the harbour. Much of its charm lies in the fact that this busy commercial harbour is set in the midst of a huge entertainment venue with pubs, ...
Attractions AROUND V&A Waterfront
Landmarks
Adderley Street
Adderley Street, the next street north west, runs parallel to St George’s Mall. It starts at the Foreshore and ends in Government Avenue, an oak-tree lined street, running along the boundary of the Company's Garden. There is a flea market on the Adderley ...
Museums
Cape Medical Museum
Contained in the New Somerset Hospital, the old city hospital for contagious diseases built by Sir George Grey the governor of the Cape in 1859 the Cape Medical Museum is a great visit if you are interested in the history of medicine, particularly as it ...
Entertainment / Shopping
Cape Town Shopping
For the international Tourist, shopping in Cape Town is relatively inexpensive due to the favourable exchange rate and comparatively low production costs. For the Tourist, jewellery is particularly inexpensive and as many of South Africa's most talented ...
Landmarks / Museums / National Monuments
Castle of Good Hope
A unique combination of history, fine wine, traditional food, military ceremonies and craftsmanship awaits you at this pentagonal fortification. Built between 1666 and 1679, the Cape Town Castle is the oldest surviving building in South Africa. The ...
2010 Stadiums / Landmarks
Green Point Stadium
During the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ event, the Cape Town Stadium was known as Green Point Stadium. However, it was renamed after the event. It was constructed on the site of the original Green Point Stadium. For the purposes of this international ...
Landmarks
Table Mountain
Since the first person laid eyes on Table Mountain, it has exerted its powerful and charismatic pull, enchanting and drawing any and all who fall under its spell. The way to the top has never been easy, and for many centuries only a handful of bold and ...
Uniquely South African / Popular Tourist Routes / Penguin Route
The Penguin Route
The diminutive African Penguin with its peculiar gait, black feet, and obvious cute factor is found mainly on islands off our shoreline. It has also taken up residence amongst us in mainland colonies, like Boulders beach and Stony Point, both of which ...
... and a little further afield
Beaches
Atlantic Seaboard Beaches
Where? From the V&A Waterfront to Hout Bay. Includes Clifton, Camps Bay, Bakoven, Llandudno, Hout Bay. Go there to be seen, to people watch, for less wind, tanning, swimming, sundowners. This is where the more fashionable set go to see and be seen. The ...
Landmarks / Botanical Gardens
Biodiversity Showcase Garden
Set in Cape Town's Green Point Urban Park, the Biodiversity Garden is an incredible space in which to immerse yourself in a selection of the unique flora indemic to Cape Town. It features no fewer than 300 local plant species, animal sculptures, ...
World Heritage Sites
Cape Floral Kingdom
The Cape Floral Region is one of the richest areas for plants in the world. It represents less than 0.5% of the area of Africa but is home to nearly 20% of the continent’s flora. The site displays outstanding ecological and biological processes ...
Wine Routes
Cape Point Wine Route
It was only in 1998 that the new Cape Point Wine District was declared and the Cape Point Vineyards are still relatively new on the tourist itinerary. They were established in 1996 with the first vines on the Noordhoek wine estate, overlooking Noordhoek ...
Landmarks / Beaches
Cape Town Beaches
The Mother City has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and something to offer everyone. It is no surprise that South Africa was one of the first countries outside of Europe to earn blue flag status for some of her beaches - there are three ...
Landmarks
Chapmans Peak Drive
Chapman’s Peak stands imposingly at the heart of Chapman’s Peak Drive, connecting Hout Bay with Noordhoek along one of the most dramatic marine routes in the world that hugs the coast of the Atlantic for nine kilometres. Chapman’s Peak Drive climbs ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Charles Darwin’s Rocks
Look out to sea over the edge of Sea Point’s promenade, on the south end of Queens Beach, and you will see a group of immediately striking, oddly striated rocks. They are known as Darwin’s Rocks - not because he ...
Mountain Reserves / Landmarks
Lion's Head
Lion’s Head is flanked by Table Mountain and Signal Hill, and was so named by the first Dutch explorers, who arrived in the 1600’s and were of the opinion that the mountain and Signal Hill together resembled a lion in the crouching position. At its ...
Shopping
Long Beach Mall
An outing to one of the most beautiful areas in the Cape would not be complete without a visit to the Longbeach Mall. Take a trip out this way and discover a new world of shopping and entertainment, set in one of the most picturesque areas of the Cape ...
Golf Courses
Metropolitan Golf Club
At Metropolitan Golf Club you enjoy your game in the most centrally situated green belt of Cape Town. Adjacent to the V&A Waterfront (5 minute walk) with magnificent views of Table Mountain and Signal Hill. The Metropolitan course is officially a 9 hole ...
V&A Waterfront as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Bakoven, Bantry Bay, Camps Bay, Cape Point, Clifton, Fresnaye, Granger Bay, Green Point, Hout Bay, Kommetjie, Llandudno, Misty Cliffs, Mouille Point, Noordhoek, Oudekraal, Scarborough, Sea Point, Three Anchor Bay
Staying Overnight
Waterfront Three Luxury
Waterfront Three Luxury is a 3 bedroom holiday apartment offering self catering accommodation in the Waterfront near the canals. This great locat...
Kylemore 409
Kylemore 409 is a two bedroom apartment in the V&A Waterfront Marina that oozes sophistication and class. This spectacular apartment has been lov...
Waterfront Two Superior
This superior apartment sleeps four guests in two bedrooms. The first room has a King-size bed and the second room has two single beds. The open ...
Waterfront Two Luxury
This luxury self catering holiday apartment sleeps four guests in two bedrooms. The first room has a King-size bed and the second room has two si...
Cape Royale 705
Cape Royale 705 offers comfortable Cape Town accommodation in the bustling suburb Green Point and is within walking distance from the V&A Waterfr...
Waterfront One Superior
This spacious Waterfront apartment sleeps two guests in a bedroom with a King-size bed. There is a comfortable lounge with a flat screen TV and D...
Wild Break Faulconier
Located in the popular V&A Marina this private apartment is well maintained and spotless. The apartment is on the 1st floor and is within walking...
Lawhill Luxury Apartments
Regardless of your reason for visiting Cape Town, Lawhill Luxury Apartments is the perfect place to stay, located in the Marina at the V&A Waterf...
Waterfront One Luxury
The Waterfront 1 Bed Luxury holiday apartments have lovely views of the canal, near the One & Only Hotel. These four apartments are perfectly loc...
Jackie O Luxury Yacht and Hotel
Permanently moored alongside the V&A Hotel, Jackie O enjoys a location with the most magnificent panoramic views of Table Mountain. Located in th...
Waterfront Village
Waterfront Village is situated on the water’s edge of the V&A Waterfront Marina and offers guests luxury serviced one, two and three bedroom, sel...
Juliette 204A
Juliette 204A is a spacious studio apartment with stylish interiors combining cosy furniture and modern conveniences. This stunning studio apartm...
Waterfront Stays 109
These luxurious and modern apartments are located on the water’s edge in the heart of the famous V&A Waterfront Marina, within walking distance o...
Waterfront Stays 102
Situated in the tourism and shopping Mecca of the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, Waterfront Stays 102 provides accommodation for two adults and two...
Cape Grace
The gentle elegance of a luxurious small hotel, combined with the allure of one of the world's most beautiful cities, provides a unique experienc...
Penrith 004
At a spacious 200 square metres, Penrith 004 Holiday Apartment has three bedrooms and three bathrooms; making it ideal for up to six guests. The ...
Pembroke 203
Pembroke 203 Holiday Apartment is 200 square metres, and has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. There are two balconies; one overlooking the yac...
Parergon 205
Parergon 205 is a large three bedroom apartment found in the Marina Residential at the V&A Waterfront. This apartment has all the space you will ...
Carradale 304
Carradale 304 is a large, modern 3 bedroom apartment situated in the V&A Waterfront, offering the discerning tourist privacy and easy access to t...
Ellesmere 001
Ellesmere 001 is a three bedroom apartment located in the popular V&A Waterfront. This lovely apartment sleeps six guests in three bedrooms. The ...
Kylemore 410
The V&A Marina Residential area is home to Kylemore 410, a three bedroom self catering apartment with outstanding views and home comforts. There ...
504 Kylemore
504 Kylemore is a trendy and tastefully furnished 3-bedroomed self-catering apartment situated in the renowned Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with ...
Juliette 506
In the heart of the V&A Waterfront, overlooking the beautiful waterways, is Juliette 506. This is a two-bedroom apartment that sleeps four people...
Kylemore 110
The trendy apartment block of Kylemore is irresistible for travellers to the Mother City. Kylemore 110 is a stylish apartment for up to four peop...
Kylemore 205
Tasteful and trendy, Kylemore 205 is ideal for up to four guests during their time in Cape Town. This apartment is light and spacious, and is sit...
Kylemore 303
Kylemore 303, perched on the marine waterways of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, is elegant and chic, with muted tones that complement the pret...
Penrith 204
Penrith 204 is a three-bedroom apartment with an area of 180 square metres accommodating six guests. The main and second bedrooms both have King-...
Kylemore 101
Kylemore 101 Holiday Apartment is a two-bedroom unit measuring 140 square metres. The kitchen, lounge and dining area are designed to be open-pla...
Kylemore G11
Kylemore G11 is a gorgeous ground floor, two bedroom apartment. The best feature of the apartment is out on the patio where you can make use of ...
Kylemore 210
Kylemore 210 is a two bedroom apartment located in the popular V&A Waterfront Marina. This ultra modern and comfortable unit sleeps up to four gu...
Parergon 102
Parergon 102 is a two bedroom apartment within the V&A Marina Residential area boasting fabulous accommodation with phenomenal views. This apartm...
Penrith 103
Penrith 103 is a stylish two bedroom self catering apartment offering fabulous views over the marina in the V&A Waterfront. The apartment is beau...
Penrith 203
Penrith 203 is a classic and contemporary two bedroom apartment sleeps four guests. The main bedroom has a double bed and an en-suite bathroom wi...
Faulconier 303
Situated in the V&A Waterfront, Faulconier 303 s a two bedroom apartment that sets itself apart, providing the ideal space to feel at home while ...
Carradale 601
Carradale 601 is a gorgeous two bedroom apartment found in the V&A Waterfront Marina. The apartment sleeps up to four guests in two bedrooms. The...
Ellesmere 302
Ellesmere 302 is a stylish and convenient two bedroom apartment right on the marina waterways in the V&A Waterfront. The main bedroom has a lovel...
Kylemore 105
Kylemore 105 is a fabulous two bedroom apartment situated in the V&A Marina Residential area offering magnificent views and a luxurious home away...
Kylemore 109
Kylemore 109 is simply luxurious and oozes opulence. This two bedroom apartment can be found in the very popular marina residential area at the V...
Juliette 307
The chic Juliette 307 Holiday Apartment, measuring 90 square metres, has a King-size bed in a spacious bedroom that opens out onto a balcony. The...
Parergon 203
Parergon 203 is a beautiful one bedroom apartment in the Waterfront Marina Residential area. This apartment is warm and homely and sleeps two gue...
Gulmarn 002
A lovely ground level apartment with direct access to the marina walkways and the communal swimming pools. This one bedroom apartment sleeps two ...
Gulmarn 006
This one bedroom apartment overlooks the marina waterways at the V&A Waterfront. Sleeping two guests this lovely apartment has a stunning bedroom...
Helenslee 202
In the heart of Cape Town's popular Waterfront, Helenslee 202 is an exceptionally elegant and modern two bedroom apartment offering magnificent v...
Juliette 102
Juliette 102 is a one bedroom apartment on the marina waterways in the V&A Waterfront, ideal for a single person or a couple looking for a romant...
Juliette 210
Juliette 210 is a light airy and spacious one bedroom apartment with views of the marina waterways. This apartment sleeps up to two guests in a b...
Kylemore 111
Kylemore 111 is a perfect one bedroom hideaway at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. The apartment is comfortable and beautifully decorated. Sleepi...
Pembroke 107
Pembroke 107 sleeps two guests and has one bedroom with a king sized bed. The bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a shower and a bath. A stunni...
Pembroke 108
Pembroke 108 is a great self catering apartment in the Marina Residential Area of the V&A Waterfront and has one bedroom, sleeping two guests. Th...
Pembroke G09
Pembroke G09 is a fully furnished holiday apartment found in the Waterfront Marina. The apartment is modern and stylish and sleeps two guests. Th...
Juliette 503
Juliette 503 is a studio apartment that is compact and convenient with added touches of luxury for your enjoyment. This cute, modern apartment is...
The PortsWood Hotel
The PortsWood Hotel can be found in the V&A Waterfront and offers its guest luxury accommodation and excellent service. Accommodation is offered ...
Juliette 308
Overlooking the Marina of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town is the tastefully appointed Juliette 308 Holiday Apartment. It is situate...
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
The Victoria and Alfred Hotel is internationally renowned for the highest standards of service. The warm personality of the Hotel, the attention ...
The Commodore Hotel
A visitor to the Commodore Hotel will find himself enveloped inside this postcard picture. The hotel is located in the V & A Waterfront, one of t...
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