Cape Town Gay and Lesbian Travel Guide

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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront at night in Cape Town, South Africa (Martin Harvey/Digital Vision/Getty)

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Cape Town Gay and Lesbian Travel Tips

By Matt Link

Go on safari near Cape Town. Although far-away Kruger National Park and other wildlife areas are bigger and better, there is a growing number of game reserves a couple of hours from Cape Town.
Use common sense when it comes to safety in Cape Town. As in any other large city, don't walk around alone at night or wear expensive jewelry.
Don't be freaked out when people refer to themselves as "coloreds." It's a common term used by descendants of slaves of Malay ancestry (as opposed to the local Africans), who were brought from Indonesia, Madagascar, and Mozambique.

Gay and Lesbian Travel Overview: Cape Town

By Matt Link

This far-flung city at the edge of the world's most intriguing continent is a modern, thriving metropolis with picture-postcard vistas of the Table Mountain mesa dominating the cityscape. Cape Town's historic architecture, gorgeous natural setting and summertime beach culture—not to mention its mesmerizing African vibe—make it one of the most unique and popular gay travel destinations on earth. Read More

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Don't just hang out at the Waterfront Mall. the prices are super expensive. So go out in the city and hang out where the locals hang out. The people are super friendly so you should be able to find someone to ask... you'll end up saving hundreds and hundreds of dollars.
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Hotels

The Cape Grace Hotel

West Quay Road
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The Decks

3 Friars Road, Sea Point
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Distance: 1.1 mi.
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Blackheath Lodge

6 Blackheath Road, Sea Point
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Distance: 1.2 mi.
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Robben Island

Tickets and departure from the Clock Tower terminal on Quay 5, close to Jetty 1
Cape Town, South Africa

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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Portswood Road
8001

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Keerom

95 Keerom Street
Cape Town, South Africa

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)

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Cape Town Gay and Lesbian Travel Guide