JourneyBayBy monthOpen the map →
City · Africa

Cape Town

South Africa

Map showing the location of Cape Town, South Africa

Table Mountain above the city, penguins at Boulders Beach, and the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek winelands an hour away.

Best time to visit Cape Town

The best time to visit Cape Town is November to March.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Quick facts

Trip type
City
Region
Africa
Budget
$$ (moderately priced)
Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+2 in January)
Coordinates
33°55′S 18°25′E

Known for

Explore Cape Town on the map →

Cape Town travel questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Town?

The best time to visit Cape Town is November to March.

How expensive is Cape Town?

Cape Town is moderately priced: $$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).

What is Cape Town known for?

Cape Town is known for Table Mountain, wine and penguins. Table Mountain above the city, penguins at Boulders Beach, and the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek winelands an hour away.

More in Africa

More city trips elsewhere