Cheap city break Cape Town
Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world: Table Mountain towers above a turquoise ocean, vineyards in Stellenbosch, penguins on Boulders Beach and safari within 2 hours' drive. Flights from Schiphol from €650 return,
✈️ Plan your trip to Cape Town →When is the best time to go?
October to April (southern hemisphere summer): 20-28 degrees, dry. December to January is high season, expensive and busy. May to September is winter (15°C, rain) but whale season.
The best neighborhoods in Cape Town
- V&A Waterfront Touristy harbour, restaurants, departure point for Robben Island.
- Bo-Kaap Colourful Malay neighborhood.
- Camps Bay Beach district, trendy bars.
- Sea Point Promenade along the sea, affordable hotels.
- Constantia Vineyard neighborhood near the city.
Top 5 things to do in Cape Town
- Table Mountain cable car €25, weather-dependent, go early.
- Robben Island Nelson Mandela's prison, €30 incl. boat.
- Cape Point + Boulders Beach Penguins and the Cape, day trip €45.
- Vineyards Stellenbosch Tasting €5 per winery.
- Bo-Kaap walk Free, colourful facades.
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
Direct from Schiphol to Cape Town (CPT) in 11 hours. KLM. Locally: Uber/taxi for safety, car rental is practical (€25/day).
What costs a trip to Cape Town?
Hostels from €15, mid-range hotels €80 to 150, vacation rentals €100 per night. Food: lunch €10, dinner €20 to 35, a glass of wine €3. A strong euro = great value.
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Frequently asked questions about Cape Town
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
October to April (southern hemisphere summer): 20-28 degrees, dry.
Which neighborhood is best to stay in Cape Town?
V&A Waterfront is a good first choice: touristy harbour, restaurants, departure point for Robben Island.
How do I get from the Netherlands to Cape Town?
Direct from Schiphol to Cape Town (CPT) in 11 hours.
What costs a trip to Cape Town?
Hostels from €15, mid-range hotels €80 to 150, vacation rentals €100 per night.