The V&A Waterfront is one of Cape Town’s most visited attractions. The multibillion-rand redevelopment scheme incorporates ideas from other ventures, like San Francisco’s harbour project. Easily accessible, it has its own bus service running to and from the city centre, and provides ample covered and open-air parking for vehicles. Major stores are open from 9 am to 9 pm, and most restaurants close well after midnight. Some of the city’s newest hotels are here.

The V&A Waterfront is a shopper’s haven offering designer boutiques and others selling quirky hand-painted clothing, health and beauty shops, homeware and gift speciality stores, and over 40 ethnically diverse food outlets. Most eating places have harbour views, and alfresco dining on the wharfs and waterside platforms is extremely popular.

One of the best-appointed establishments at the Waterfront, the glamorous Table Bay Hotel offers the ultimate in comfort and luxury. Each room has wonderful views of Table Mountain and the busy harbour.