Cape Town is my absolute favourite city in South Africa, so I completely understand why it is so popular among international tourists. It has so much to offer and even though we’ve been to Cape Town many times, there is still so many things I need to tick of my Cape Town bucket list. But if you are only in Cape Town for 1 week, then this is the itinerary for you.
Here is the perfect 1-week itinerary that includes all the MUST-SEE places:
Day 1
Once you’ve arrived in Cape Town, I would suggest making your way to the Cape Winelands. Spend two nights here before you head to the coastline.
Your first stop has to be Babylonstoren. This picturesque farm has the most beautiful gardens and the best restaurants. Enjoy lunch at the Greenhouse café and explore more of the farm.
Go pet an Alpaca at the Alpaca Loom and grab dinner at Spice Route.
Day 2
Start the morning early and hike at the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve in Franschhoek. Afterwards, make your way to the Franschhoek Wine Tram. Since you’ll only be spending one more day here, I believe this is the best way to explore most of the popular wine farms. There are different routes to choose from and you don’t have to drive around yourself.
Day 3
Since check out is only at 10am, take the morning easy before you head to the coast.
Once in Cape Town, make your way to the V&A Waterfront. Make sure to head to the V&A Food market and Watershed for the best smoothies and coffee. There are also some great South African products if you want to support locals. Grab some lunch (I suggest Gibson’s for some great burgers and milkshakes) and enjoy some shopping. You can also wander to the beautiful Silo Hotel and explore more there.
Take a sunset boat ride with Waterfront Charters and see Cape Town from a different angle.
End the day with a ride on the Cape Wheel, overlooking the lights of the harbour and Bloubergstrand in the distance, and grab dinner at Quay Four.
Day 4
Start the morning early and head up Lion’s Head. This popular hike will provide you with 360 views of Cape Town and you can watch the sun come up over the horizon.
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After the tough climb, just head straight up the road and make your way towards Table Mountain. Take the Cable Car up Table Mountain and explore the top. There is a nice restaurant at the top, so enjoy some lunch.
End the day by soaking up the sun at Camps Bay/ Clifton Beach. There are some great dinner spots that’s right on the beach.
Day 5
Spend the day exploring the Cape Peninsula.
Start with a sunrise drive (or hike) along Chapman’s Peak. Stop at Kommetjie afterwards and walk along the wooden walkway that overlooks the Slangkop Lighthouse. Grab lunch at Kommetjie Pizzeria (GPS Coordinates) and then make your way to the Cape Point National Park.
Once at the National Park you can do one of the hikes. I suggest the short hike to the lighthouse (Light Keepers Trail) and then driving to the Cape of Good Hope viewpoint.
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Go visit the penguins at Boulders beach. Watch the sunset at Muizenberg and grab dinner at Brass Bell in Kalk Bay.
Day 6
Sleep in a bit and then make your way to the colourful Bo-Kaap. You can learn more about the history in the area by taking a guided tour.
Once you are done, make your way to the Mojo market for some great food options and then take a walk along the Sea Point promenade and enjoy some delicious ‘draai roomys’ (ice-cream).
End the day at Llandudno beach – one of my absolute favourite beaches with the most beautiful boulders.
Day 7
Start the morning by being surrounded by lush gardens and Table Mountain as your backdrop. Kirstenbosch is definitely a must whenever you visit Cape Town. Make sure to take a photo at the beautiful ‘Boomslang’ canopy walk up in the trees.
Then enjoy the last of Cape Town by spending it at the beach.
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