Top 10 Things To Do In Gay Cape Town
The attractions in Cape Town and the surrounding Western Cape is unlimited, and this list is a mere suggestion from thousands of visitors to our most exquisite region. Rest assured that you will want to come back to the Western Cape a few more times in order to enjoy all the attractions and adventures we have to offer.
Cape Town Top 10
Popular tourist attractions within Cape Town and the surrounding areas:
| 1 | Table Mountain: Visit our most famous attraction, with your adventure starting with a 4 minute trip by cable car which offers you an unrivaled 360° view. |
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| 2 | Victoria & Alfred Waterfront: This lively shopping area is one of Cape Town's biggest attractions with an estimated 20 million visitors each year, with the famous Two Oceans Aquarium with over 3000 living animals situated here. |
| 3 | Robben Island: Most famously known as the prison where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, Robben Island was declared a UN World Heritage Sight in 1999 and is now run as a museum, a poignant reminder to the newly democratic South Africa of the price paid for freedom.Ferries to Robben Island depart from the V&A Waterfront. |
| 4 | Penquins at Boulders Beach: Since 1982 this colony of African (Jackass) Penguins has become a major attraction to all visitors visiting Simon's Town and Boulders Beach. |
| 5 | The Wine Route: Another fantastic area to explore is our winelands. But be warned, though day trips are possible, you will easily want to do multiple trips or stay for a few days as there are over 200 grape and wine producers in this region. |
| 6 | Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve: Follow the Cape Peninsula Scenic Route to into this most beautiful and scenic area with its rich diversity until you get to Cape Point, our most South-Westerly point in South Africa. |
| 7 | Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens: Experience this celebration of South African flora with over 22 000 indigenous species, a garden well deserved to be called one of the greatest botanic gardens in the world. |
| 8 | Bo-Kaap / Cape Malay Quarter: Bo-Kaap is a brightly colored neighborhood made up mostly of descendants of East Indian slaves brought over by the Dutch. Their influence on Cape Town is seen throughout the city's architecture, food and language. |
| 9 | Shark Cage Diving: Many adventures await you in Cape Town, and Shark Cage Diving is a favorite amongst travellers, especially if it means being centimetres away from the amazing Great White Sharks! Have a look at our Adventures page for more exciting adventures that await you in the Western Cape. |
| 10 | Cape Whale Coast: Known for its excellent whale watching opportunities, this is an area not too be missed during whale season. However, this region has many more things to making it an all year round tourist attraction. |
Gay Cape Town Top 10
Popular gay and lesbian attractions within Cape Town and our surrounding areas:
| 1 | MCQP: Mother City Queer Project (MCQP) is Cape Town's biggest themed gay costume party, with the theme each year being even more ellaborate than the previous year. MCQP is held usually in December. |
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| 2 | Cape Town Pride: Cape Town Pride celebrates our wonderful diversity, and also helps create awareness around issues impacting on the LGBTI communities in South Africa. Cape Town Gay Pride usually runs from the end of February and is a week of a number of festivals, parties and events. |
| 3 | Pink Loerie Mardi Gras & Art Festival: Hosted in the beautiful Garden Route town of Knysna, the Pink Loerie Mardi Gras and Arts Festival is a highlight on the South Africa gay calendar. Normally held in late April, this nearly week-long event is not to be missed. |
| 4 | De Waterkant & Green Point (Gay Village): Our gay trendy nightlife and restaurants are centered around the suburbs of Green Point and De Waterkant in Cape Town, and also called the Gay Village. Here you will find a selection of clubs, shops, bars and accommodation venues catering for the gay community. |
| 5 | Clifton Third Beach: Though not an official gay beach, Clifton Third Beach is the most popular beach for the gay community to go to. |
| 6 | Sandy Bay Nudist Beach: Sandy Beach is Cape Town's only nudist beach and usually is a mix of straight and gay, with the end stretch of the beach and sea being the prime area where the gay community come to relax and tan. |
| 7 | Helicopter Ride: Nothing like a romantic flip over Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula. Our helicopter ride providers also cater for romantic trips into the winelands and other scenic locations. |
| 8 | Sunset on Table Mountain: Treat your partner to a romantic trip up Table Mountain and watch the sun set over the Atlantic while enjoying a sundowner or dinner at the restaurant. |
| 9 | The Wine Route: Enjoy the exquisite wine route with over 200 grape and wine producers. Enjoy fantastic wine, fantastic food and on top of it...fantastic atmosphere at the various wine estates! |
| 10 | Victoria & Alfred Waterfront: This lively shopping area is one of Cape Town's biggest attractions with an estimated 20 million visitors each year, and have some of the greatest self catering penthouse complexes surrounding the V&A. Chartered trips leave from the harbor providing you with some memorable trips overlooking the hottest gay destination in Africa. |
