28 days in Cape Town Itinerary

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Robben Island Museum and Delaire Graff Estate. Visit Dorp Street and Irma Stern Museum for their historical value. Explore Cape Town's surroundings by going to Betty's Bay (Stony Point Penguin Colony, Betty's Bay Main Beach, &more), Hermanus (Kwaaiwater, Shark Diving, &more) and West Coast National Park (West Coast National Park & Gamkaberg Nature Reserve). Dedicate the 8th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, cruise along Chapman's Peak Drive, do a tasting at Eikehof, and identify plant and animal life at Platteklip Gorge.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Cape Town online journey planner.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiport is Cape Town International Airport. December in Cape Town sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.