Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain overlooking Cape Town, rising about 1,085 metres above the city. It is one of the New7Wonders of Nature and part of Table Mountain National Park. The rotating Aerial Cableway carries visitors to the summit, which is often draped in a "tablecloth" of cloud.

The V&A Waterfront is a lively harbour district in Cape Town set against the backdrop of Table Mountain. It has shops, restaurants, the Two Oceans Aquarium, the Zeitz MOCAA art museum and the Cape Wheel. Ferries to Robben Island depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway here.

Bo-Kaap is a historic neighbourhood on the slopes of Signal Hill in Cape Town, known for its brightly painted houses and cobbled streets. It is the traditional home of the Cape Malay community. The Bo-Kaap Museum explains its history, and local restaurants serve Cape Malay cuisine.

Chapman's Peak Drive is a 9 km coastal road between Hout Bay and Noordhoek on the Cape Peninsula. Carved into the cliffs, it has 114 curves and spectacular views over the Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the most scenic drives in the world, with picnic spots along the way.

The Cape of Good Hope is a rocky headland at the tip of the Cape Peninsula in Table Mountain National Park. Nearby Cape Point has a lighthouse reached by funicular, with dramatic views over the ocean. The reserve is home to baboons, ostriches and fynbos plant life.

Boulders Beach near Simon's Town is famous for its colony of endangered African penguins. Boardwalks allow close views of the birds among giant granite boulders. Visitors can also swim in sheltered coves alongside them. It is part of Table Mountain National Park.

Muizenberg Beach on False Bay is known for its row of brightly coloured Victorian bathing boxes. Its gentle, warm waves make it a popular place to learn to surf. It is one of the oldest seaside resorts in South Africa.

Robben Island lies about 7 km off Cape Town and served as a prison for centuries. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned here for 18 of his 27 years in jail. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and tours are often led by former political prisoners.

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, founded in 1913, lies on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. It showcases South Africa's indigenous plants, especially fynbos and proteas. The Tree Canopy Walkway, known as the Boomslang, and summer sunset concerts are highlights.

Camps Bay is a beachfront suburb of Cape Town known for its white sand beach lined with palm trees. The Twelve Apostles mountain range forms a dramatic backdrop. Its promenade has stylish restaurants and bars, making it a popular spot for sunsets.

Lion's Head is a 669-metre peak between Table Mountain and Signal Hill in Cape Town. The hike to the summit spirals around the mountain, with chains and ladders near the top. It offers 360-degree views of the city, Atlantic coast and Table Mountain, especially popular at sunrise and full moon.