{"id":3132,"date":"2023-09-19T10:48:01","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T00:48:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=3132"},"modified":"2024-06-18T05:32:22","modified_gmt":"2024-06-17T19:32:22","slug":"how-to-spend-a-week-in-cape-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/how-to-spend-a-week-in-cape-town\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Spend a Week in Cape Town"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Cape Town is brimming with so much to see and do. If you\u2019re crunched for time, discover how to spend the perfect week in this vibrant destination.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cape Town is the jewel in the South African crown. With its long and tangled history, melting pot of cultures and bounty of natural and man-made sights, Cape Town promises a trip you won&#8217;t soon forget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But where to start? From abseiling to wine tasting and exploring a history-changing island, read on to discover how you can spend a week in Cape Town.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 1: Explore Table Mountain<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=South+Africa&amp;destinationId=le_9766527f2b5d3e95d4a733fcfb77bd7e&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;flexibleWithDate=true&amp;pages=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/shutterstock_475211701-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Views from scenic Table Mountain, a place to visit when you spend a week in Cape Town - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-3175\" style=\"width:800px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Table Mountain. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This UNESCO World Heritage-listed mountain draws thousands of visitors every year, who come to take in the jaw-dropping views and tackle the heart-pumping hikes. If you\u2019re staying in the city centre, it\u2019s easy to get to Table Mountain. Simply board the City Sightseeing Red Bus for the hop-on, hop-off service. This will take you to Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Lower Station, where you can board a cable car to the summit. At the top you\u2019ll find a cafe if you need a snack or come prepared with pre-packed goodies and find a picnic spot with a killer view. You can also join a free guided walking tour, visit the Waterworks Museum, or choose to abseil off down the sheer mountain face with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citysightseeing.co.za\/en\/cape-town\/abseil-table-mountain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Abseil Table Mountain<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy front row seats to Table Mountain when you stay at the five-star <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/offer\/one-and-only-cape-town-south-africa\/0062y000003Gku7AAC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One&amp;Only Cape Town<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  class=\"lux_UI lux_single_dealcard cacheid_916976b19e954533b2834054568bf0d0\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"dealcard_preview\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide lux_dealcard_gallery\" data-lux-event=\"gallery_carousel\" data-lux-event-trigger=\"splide-moved\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: One&#038;Only Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa\"><div class=\"splide__arrows\"><button class=\"splide__arrow 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Stroll along the waterfront to explore more than 500 retail stores, as well as five museums (including Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa), local music performances and an award-winning aquarium. There is also a Ferris wheel that\u2019s fun for the whole family. When it comes to dining, you\u2019re spoiled for choice: enjoy global powerhouse names like Starbucks or local favourites like Quay Four Tavern and Ferryman\u2019s Irish Tavern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 3: Lose yourself in nature at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=South+Africa&amp;destinationId=le_9766527f2b5d3e95d4a733fcfb77bd7e&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;flexibleWithDate=true&amp;pages=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/shutterstock_1444390478-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"South Africa's spectacular Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, a place to visit when you spend a week in Cape Town - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-3144\" style=\"width:800px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">See South Africa&#8217;s natural wonders in full splendour at Kirstenbosch.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located along the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is a wonderland of 7,000 plant species, many of which are unique to the Cape Peninsula. Wild plums, African holly and calla lily are just a some of the indigenous plants you\u2019ll find here. Choose to join a free guided tour, or go at your own pace exploring the gardens. Artwork and sculptures are scattered throughout the gardens, and you\u2019re likely to encounter some of the garden\u2019s feathered residents too, including sugarbird (distinguishable by its extra-long tail), colourful sunbird and spotted eagle owl. 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This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$932<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000Ib041YAB\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_c2202998836312a5a14eb58958574b8a\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/fairmont-cape-grace-cape-town-south-africa\/006RF00000Ib041YAB\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel    \" data-name=\"Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/gq4bgo9ilozoq4t58b3l.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/gq4bgo9ilozoq4t58b3l.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/gq4bgo9ilozoq4t58b3l.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/gq4bgo9ilozoq4t58b3l.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/gq4bgo9ilozoq4t58b3l.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/gq4bgo9ilozoq4t58b3l.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Cape Town, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Elegant Cape Town Oasis in V&#038;A Waterfront with Outdoor Pool &#038; Wellness Spa<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">1 night, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$929<\/span><span class=\"type\">total<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y000003Gku7AAC\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_916976b19e954533b2834054568bf0d0\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/one-and-only-cape-town-south-africa\/0062y000003Gku7AAC\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"One&#038;Only Cape Town\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/v1vledftkhxcbfobmyoq.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/v1vledftkhxcbfobmyoq.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/v1vledftkhxcbfobmyoq.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/v1vledftkhxcbfobmyoq.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/v1vledftkhxcbfobmyoq.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/v1vledftkhxcbfobmyoq.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"One&amp;Only Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Cape Town, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">One&amp;Only Cape Town<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Five-Star One&#038;Only Cape Town Waterfront Resort with Table Mountain Views<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">3 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$3,187<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$3,240<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_0062y00000FO91sAAD\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_4fb869633212bf955ad29bc23d82efd0\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/ellerman-house-south-africa\/0062y00000FO91sAAD\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer LPC carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Ellerman House\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/wqlnvgdridgnyx3ka6bh.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/wqlnvgdridgnyx3ka6bh.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/wqlnvgdridgnyx3ka6bh.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/wqlnvgdridgnyx3ka6bh.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/wqlnvgdridgnyx3ka6bh.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/wqlnvgdridgnyx3ka6bh.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Ellerman House, Cape Town, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Cape Town, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Ellerman House<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Five-Star Heritage Mansion Retreat on Cape Town&#8217;s Atlantic Seaboard with Spa, Restaurant &#038; Rooftop Bar<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">3 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$3,925<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$3,978<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$4,253<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-6%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_5d8d3e63-7a70-4f3c-a7ac-54a6b0202264\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_8c69eba3ad3a8defe0b910dddb6bba96\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/la-paris-estate\/5d8d3e63-7a70-4f3c-a7ac-54a6b0202264\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"La Paris Estate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/mr7fxqqlbnz3w2tat92h.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/mr7fxqqlbnz3w2tat92h.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/mr7fxqqlbnz3w2tat92h.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/mr7fxqqlbnz3w2tat92h.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/mr7fxqqlbnz3w2tat92h.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/mr7fxqqlbnz3w2tat92h.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"La Paris Estate, Franschhoek, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Franschhoek, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">La Paris Estate<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Pamper yourself with onsite massages and body treatments. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a picnic area.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,098<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_9dcebcac-7d6f-4f14-ad74-97f593cbd1ca\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eeb910c1b0e21618a751b2085f8c828d\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/franschhoek-hotel\/9dcebcac-7d6f-4f14-ad74-97f593cbd1ca\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"@Franschhoek Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/q1rf51k87ezu1dc8ek.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/q1rf51k87ezu1dc8ek.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/q1rf51k87ezu1dc8ek.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/q1rf51k87ezu1dc8ek.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/q1rf51k87ezu1dc8ek.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/q1rf51k87ezu1dc8ek.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"@Franschhoek Hotel, Franschhoek, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Franschhoek, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">@Franschhoek Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$635<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_3dc57859-26d7-4b4e-b541-0b2e2b840a28\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_aeddf8a15c9f12847b23abcc10011dfb\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/the-corner-house-la-nnexe\/3dc57859-26d7-4b4e-b541-0b2e2b840a28\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"The Corner House L&#039;A-nnexe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/fx0uuv1oe9uws1m4c098.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/fx0uuv1oe9uws1m4c098.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/fx0uuv1oe9uws1m4c098.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/fx0uuv1oe9uws1m4c098.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/fx0uuv1oe9uws1m4c098.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/fx0uuv1oe9uws1m4c098.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Corner House L&#039;A-nnexe, Franschhoek, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Franschhoek, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Corner House L&#8217;A-nnexe<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This apartment also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from<\/div><div class=\"range\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,228<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_a2f4966d-1d5e-4724-b204-cdcd08136823\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_ec8c2da9ba6319290035dee3c9f1f3fa\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/the-silo-hotel\/a2f4966d-1d5e-4724-b204-cdcd08136823\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"The Silo Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/es2ra259vg8bu98qi8ux.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/es2ra259vg8bu98qi8ux.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/es2ra259vg8bu98qi8ux.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/es2ra259vg8bu98qi8ux.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/es2ra259vg8bu98qi8ux.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/es2ra259vg8bu98qi8ux.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Silo Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Cape Town, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Silo Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"no_price\">Select your dates<\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_adb266b5-8ac9-4477-aa1e-0a752bffcf6c\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_242a37681e5bf0f710e20ec8bca3445f\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/partner\/lynx-wine-estate\/adb266b5-8ac9-4477-aa1e-0a752bffcf6c\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer partner LPP carousel  \" data-name=\"Lynx Wine Estate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/jxx8dtkop8wtc6g913.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/jxx8dtkop8wtc6g913.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/jxx8dtkop8wtc6g913.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/jxx8dtkop8wtc6g913.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/jxx8dtkop8wtc6g913.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/jxx8dtkop8wtc6g913.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Lynx Wine Estate, Franschhoek, South Africa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Franschhoek, South Africa<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Lynx Wine Estate<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This guesthouse also features concierge services, a communal living room, and a picnic area.<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"no_price\">Select your dates<\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"offer_x\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Cape+Town&#038;destinationId=le_1ec4acf07becf61030a7353556614198&#038;adults=2&#038;children=none&#038;flexibleWithDate=true&#038;pages=2\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"carousel\" data-name=\"View more escapes\">\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"slide_cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"cta_tag\">Looking for something else?<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"btn_view_offer\">View all<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cta\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Cape+Town&#038;destinationId=le_1ec4acf07becf61030a7353556614198&#038;adults=2&#038;children=none&#038;flexibleWithDate=true&#038;pages=2\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"carousel\" data-name=\"View more escapes\">View more escapes<\/a>\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 4: Discover the colourful town, Bo-Kaap<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=South+Africa&amp;destinationId=le_9766527f2b5d3e95d4a733fcfb77bd7e&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;flexibleWithDate=true&amp;pages=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/shutterstock_478146022-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The colourful houses of Bo-Kaap, a place to visit when you spend a week in Cape Town - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-3146\" style=\"width:800px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The candy-coloured houses of Bo-Kaap are a ray of sunshine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Exploring the rich history and brightly coloured houses of Bo-Kaap is a must during your time in Cape Town. Set aside an entire afternoon to wander the rainbow-bright streets, painted in an expression of freedom after apartheid lifted and former slaves were able to purchase their own properties. Stop by the Bo-Kaap Museum to learn more about the town\u2019s tumultuous past, see the Auwal Mosque (the first established mosque in South Africa), and enjoy a traditional Cape Malay meal of curry or Bobotie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 5: Uncover South Africa\u2019s political history at Robben Island<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=South+Africa&amp;destinationId=le_9766527f2b5d3e95d4a733fcfb77bd7e&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;flexibleWithDate=true&amp;pages=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/shutterstock_1615229878-1024x657.jpg\" alt=\"Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was once held in prison, a short trip from Cape Town, South Africa, a place to visit when you spend a week in Cape Town - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-3172\" style=\"width:800px;height:undefinedpx\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Natural beauty and dark history: the fascinating Robben Island.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robben Island was once the site of the maximum-security prison where Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners were held. Now, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed site is home to a museum which offers daily tours for visitors to learn about South Africa\u2019s political history and the struggles and victories of its turbulent past. Tour the prison grounds, see the tiny cell where Mandela was held, and spot local wildlife \u2013 penguins, seals and endemic birds like the Cape cormorant all take up residence here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 6: Coastal fun at Camps Bay Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=South+Africa&amp;destinationId=le_9766527f2b5d3e95d4a733fcfb77bd7e&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;flexibleWithDate=true&amp;pages=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/shutterstock_2305999737-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Coastal vibes at Camps Bay Beach, just a short drive from Cape Town, a place to visit when you spend a week in Cape Town - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-3169\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Camps Bay Beach is perfect for slowing down the pace, just a short drive from the city.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In need of a rest day? What could be more relaxing than lazing on the beach? Camps Bay is just a 15-minute drive from the city centre and boasts a long, white stretch of coastline that\u2019s lined by a promenade of restaurants, clubs, cocktail bars and shops. Unwind on the sand and while away the hours with a good book, or brave the chilly waters for a refreshing dip in the ocean. If you prefer to swim in warmer water, there\u2019s a lagoon at the southern end of the beach. When you\u2019re ready to roll up your beach towel and head to dinner, Camps Bay\u2019s high-end restaurants are just across the road. Enjoy classic bistro fare at <a href=\"https:\/\/labellebistro.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Belle<\/a>, or go for hot seafood platters and cocktails at <a href=\"https:\/\/chinchillarooftop.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinchilla,<\/a> featuring a rooftop bar that offers unbeatable sunset views.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Day 7: Savour a Cape Winelands wine tasting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=South+Africa&amp;destinationId=le_9766527f2b5d3e95d4a733fcfb77bd7e&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;flexibleWithDate=true&amp;pages=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/shutterstock_399331075-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Cape Winelands, where Franschhoek valley wine tasting is just a short trip out of Cape Town, South Africa, a place to visit when you spend a week in Cape Town - Luxury Escapes\" class=\"wp-image-3167\" style=\"width:800px\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fine views and even finer wines: Cape Winelands.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just an hours\u2019 drive out from Cape Town, the scenery shifts into lush vineyards, sweeping valleys and craggy mountains. Welcome to Cape Winelands, home to approximately 560 wineries. Stop in at <a href=\"https:\/\/babylonstoren.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Babylonstoren<\/a> in the Franschhoek wine valley, one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms. Babylonstoren offers unique accommodation, an onsite fruit and vegetable garden, fine food and even finer wine. Join an onsite wine cellar tour where you can explore the vineyard, check out the wine-making amphorae clay pots, open cement fermenters and concrete eggs in the working cellar, and enjoy a tasting of the wines alongside farm-grown snacks. While you\u2019re in the Franschhoek wine valley, why not hop aboard the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/franschhoek.org.za\/things-to-do\/franschhoek-wine-tram\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wine tram<\/a> and enjoy a hop-on-hop-off experience to some of the valley\u2019s best wineries?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Looking for more inspiration?<\/strong> Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/the-most-phenomenal-pools-in-bali\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Infinity &amp; Beyond: The Most Phenomenal Pools in Bali<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cape Town is brimming with so much to see and do. If you\u2019re crunched for time, discover how to spend the perfect week in this vibrant destination. Cape Town is the jewel in the South African crown. 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