42 days in Cape Town Itinerary

Sweeping beaches, towering hilltops, and picturesque vineyards adorn the landscape of Cape Town, dominated by the imposing Table Mountain.

Get a sense of the local culture at Robben Island Museum and Franschhoek Motor Museum. Visit Boulders Beach Penguin Colony and Bloubergstrand Beach for some beach relaxation. Get out of town with these interesting Cape Town side-trips: Stellenbosch (Neethlingshof Estate, Spier Wine Farm, &more), Phillipskop Mountain Reserve (in Stanford) and Franschhoek (First South African Perfume Museum, Stony Brook Vineyards, &more). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at District Six Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Maclear's Beacon, take an in-depth tour of Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre, and get great views at Cape Point.

For maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Cape Town trip builder tool.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiport is Cape Town International Airport. In January in Cape Town, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 20°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.