Is Long Street safe in Cape Town?

Popular party streets in the city center, including Kloof Street, Long Street, Loop Street, and Bree Street, as well as De Waterkant and Sea Point, attract many visitors. However, it is important to exercise caution, particularly after dark, in busy areas like Long Street.



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Long Street is a major street located in the City Bowl section of Cape Town, South Africa. It is famous as a bohemian hang out and the street is lined with many book stores, various ethnic restaurants and bars.

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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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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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The safest way to travel is by car, allowing you to road trip through the scenic Cape Town area too. The region has a good road system, with South Africans driving on the left. Parking is readily available, and you'll likely encounter car guards, who you should tip around R5 for watching your vehicle.

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Popular party streets in the city center, including Kloof Street, Long Street, Loop Street, and Bree Street, as well as De Waterkant and Sea Point, attract many visitors. However, it is important to exercise caution, particularly after dark, in busy areas like Long Street.

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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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Short answer, yes it is safe. As with any city, various areas would be no-go zones, and others are areas no-go at night, and some where you should be on alert for pick-pockets / petty theft. Some more info as to what your plans are and reasons for travel, type of activities will attract more specific answers.

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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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Safety at night:Moderate Franschhoek is generally safe during the daytime, but it doesn't have an active night scene. As in any destination, it is advised not to walk alone late at night especially in secluded or less populated areas.

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High cost of living: The cost of living in Cape Town is generally higher than in other South African cities due to factors such as higher property prices, higher salaries for professionals, and higher transp.

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