What's City Bowl like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about City Bowl, especially its restaurants and picturesque gardens. Travellers like the neighbourhood's captivating mountain views and great shops. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Castle of Good Hope and Grand Parade Square. There's plenty more to see, including South African National Gallery and South African Museum and Planetarium.
How to get to City Bowl
Flying to:
- Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.), 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from City Bowl
Things to see and do in and around City Bowl
What to see in City Bowl
- Company's Garden
- South Africa Library
- Cape Town City Hall
- Castle of Good Hope
- Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre
Things to do in City Bowl
- South African National Gallery
- South African Museum and Planetarium
- Kloof Street
- District Six Museum
- Long Street
Other popular City Bowl attractions
- Greenmarket Square
- Bo Kaap Museum
- Bree Street
- 34 Long
- Africa Centre
When is the best time to visit Cape Town?
- Hottest months: January, February, March, December (average 21°C)
- Coldest months: July, August, June, September (average 14°C)
- Rainiest months: June, August, July, May (average 93 mm of rainfall)