Can you walk safely in Cape Town?

Walking around at night in Cape Town is only advisable if you are in a resort or a place full of tourists. Go in groups if you have to go out after dark; otherwise, avoid going out in the city once the sun sets.



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Though most Capetonians drive everywhere, Cape Town is an extremely walkable city.

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Use Uber if you're out and about after dark The good news is that Ubers are safe and inexpensive. Drivers tend to have thousands of five-star reviews, so you can be sure you're in good hands. For additional safety, you can ask your driver to give you a pin so you can be sure you're getting into the right car.

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As a general rule, avoid Cape Town's township areas. These have high crime rates and aren't suitable for tourists. Some neighbourhoods to stay clear of include Cape Flats (southeast of the Central Business District), Langa and Nyanga (the oldest townships in the city) and Kraaifontein (a northern suburb).

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Traveling alone in Cape Town is relatively safe, provided you take basic precautions. Going in a group when you move around the city reduces your chances of being attacked or robbed. Cape Town welcomes millions of tourists and adventurers each year, so it's easy to find buddies to move around together.

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How to get around Cape Town without a car?
  1. Uber. Probably one of the easiest ways to get around in Cape Town is by Uber. ...
  2. Meter taxi. Various fleets of metered taxis are available in Cape Town and fall under the jurisdiction of the city. ...
  3. Minibus taxis. ...
  4. By Bicycle. ...
  5. MyCiTi bus. ...
  6. City Sightseeing double-decker bus.


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Many use it for their daily commute to and from work because it's cheaper and can reduce the amount of time spent in traffic. Research shows that intra-city buses like MyCiTi and Golden Arrow Bus Services in Cape Town are as safe as rail.

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Restaurant employees earn the minimum wage in South Africa, which does not add up to much; therefore they rely on their tips to make a living. Leaving a tip of 10 – 20% of your total bill is pretty standard in the restaurant industry.

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View All Trips. Exploring a handful of the the city's highlights in one or two days is possible, but one week should be the minimum length of stay to get the most out of Cape Town. It's important to remember that what to do each day depends on several factors: seasonal events, personal interests and the weather.

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Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Cape Town. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year.

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Cape Town has many safe areas for tourists. A luxury apartment or a beach villa on the Cape Peninsula suburbs such as Bakoven, Camps Bay, Clifton and Fresnaye are generally safe places to stay. Many upmarket holiday homes have the latest security features.

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The 2023 South African National Shutdown was a protest held by the political party Economic Freedom Fighters on 20 March 2023, the day before Human Rights Day. The EFF called for the resignation of President Cyril Ramaphosa and an end to load-shedding.

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