Cape Town
Introduction to Cape Town
👉 Cape Town city is a bustling melting pot of cultures, tastes and experiences for young and old.
👉 You’ll find state of the art shopping malls, open-air markets, a dynamic night life and windows into our rich history.
👉 You’re going to want to discover more, and a world of natural beauty lies beyond the boundaries of the city in the greater Western Cape regions: the Cape West Coast (Weskus), the Cape Karoo, the Garden Route & Klein Karoo, the Cape Win elands and the Cape Over berg.
👉 Each area is worth exploring and has its own charm, you’ll uncover diverse culinary delights, award-winning wine estates, nature in full bloom, wide open spaces and deserts, azure waters and white sandy beaches, luxury experiences and animal encounters that will make your journey truly unforgettable.
POPULATION
👉 6,166,324 (Stats SA) people call Cape Town and the Western Cape their home.
CLIMATE
👉 We have a year-round mild Mediterranean climate, with temperatures averaging between 15°C - 27°C.
CURRENCY
👉 South African Rand (ZAR): R1 = 100 cents
👉 Coin denomination: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, R1, R2 and R5
👉 Banknote denomination: R10, R20, R50, R100 and R200
FOREIGN EXCHANGE
👉 It is important to note that you can only pay in Rands in South Africa.
👉 Money can be exchanged at the airport, commercial banks, Rennies Travel and American Express.
👉 These can be found in most shopping centres in the Western Cape.
👉 You may also find exchange facilities in some hotels.
👉 Banking hours are: 9am – 3.30pm (weekdays) and 8.30am – 11am (Saturdays) and are closed on Sundays.
👉 All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments in the Western Cape.
👉 Banking hours are: 9am – 3.30pm (weekdays) and 8.30am – 11am (Saturdays) and are closed on Sundays.
👉 All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments in the Western Cape.
LANGUAGES
👉 South Africa has 11 official languages but English, Afrikaans and Xhosa are the most frequently heard in our Province.
DUTY FREE SHOPPING
👉 All stores must charge the Value Added Tax (VAT) of 15% that is levied on the purchase of most goods in South Africa.
👉 As a foreign visitor you may apply for a refund of the VAT you pay while in the country provided you apply before you depart.
👉 Ensure that you receive your tax receipts for all purchases made, to claim your VAT refund, present all your tax receipts to the VAT administrator at your point of departure.
BUSINESS HOURS
👉 Shops at the major malls such as the V&A waterfront and Canal Walk are open until 9pm everyday, while the shops in shopping centres close at 7pm.
👉 Informal traders and flea markets generally trade from 9pm - 4pm. Muslim owned businesses are closed between 12pm and 2pm on Fridays.
SAFETY TIPS
👉 Avoid walking in deserted and dark places at night. Never allow strangers to assist you in any way at ATMs.
👉 At night, park in a secure and well-lit area with street guards.
👉 Keep photocopies and all valuable documents in a safe place.
DRINKING WATER
👉 Drinking water in South Africa is safe to drink and cook withwhen taken from taps in urban areas.
👉 Not all tap water in rural areas is safe for consumption, so take precautions if necessary.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
👉 For all emergency services from your mobile dial: 112
👉 All emergencies from landline: 107
👉 South African Police Service: 10111
ACCOMMODATION
👉 Cape Town and the Western Cape offers a variety of accommodation to suit all group types, budgets
and styles.
👉 Value for money, discreet first-class service and style make Cape Town and the Western Cape an inspiring choice to plan a memorable stay for any business or leisure visitor.
👉 With over 20 000 bedrooms, the greatest density of Cape Town hotels, boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts, guest houses, self-catering apartments and holiday villas are situated within the city bowl area and immediate South Atlantic Seaboard belt, all within a 10 minute drive from the Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town International Convention Centre or the V&A Waterfront.
👉 Cape Town Big 6 consists of Cape Point, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Groot Constantia, Robben Island, Table Mountain and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
👉 These 6 attractions are definitely a must see when visiting Cape Town & Western Cape as they each offer their own unique beauty just waiting to be discovered.
Videos On YouTube
Tags:
Cities