Cape Town Gay and Lesbian Travel Guide

Cape Town Gay and Lesbian Travel Guide

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Aerial view of Victoria and Alfred Waterfront at night in Cape Town, South Africa
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

  • 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

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.

Hotels

The Cape Grace Hotel

West Quay Road
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Distance: 0.0 mi.
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Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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The Decks

3 Friars Road, Sea Point
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Distance: 1.1 mi.
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Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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5.0

Blackheath Lodge

6 Blackheath Road, Sea Point
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Distance: 1.2 mi.
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Attractions

Robben Island

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

Distance: 0.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description:

To limit access to the delicate ecosystem of the island, only tour groups organized by the... Read More

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Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

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Portswood Road
8001

Distance: 0.0 mi. (from destination center)
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Keerom

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95 Keerom Street
Cape Town, South Africa

Distance: 0.7 mi. (from destination center)
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Airports

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Cape Town International Airport 2.8 map



Cape Town Vacation Rentals

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from: $545

Hollywood Mansion Camps Bay (sleeps 10) Cape Town

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5.5
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Balcony, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Computer Access, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Garage, Hair Dryer, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Iron, Kitchenette, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, Playground, Pool Table, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Towels, VCR
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from: $106

Discreet Spacious with Pool and Lovely Mountain Views

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Garage, Laundry, Linens, Lounge, Microwave, No Pets, Oceanfront, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, Smoking OK, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils, VCR
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from: $60

Paarlgolf - Magnificent Golfing in the Cape Winelands

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, CD Player, Garage, Laundry, Linens, Patio, Private Parking, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Towels


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