What is the safest way to get around Cape Town?

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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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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Drive with doors locked and windows closed. Always carry a copy of your U.S. passport and visa (if applicable). Keep original documents in a secure location. Conserve water and follow local guidance on water use for tourists and Save Like a Local.

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Cape Town is a generally safe place for a holiday or a workation. However, like several cities in South Africa, it has its fair share of crime, especially gang-related activity. Cape Town is also home to the South African parliament, so political demonstrations and rallies are also common.

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CAB OR TAXI Visitors to Cape Town can make use of metered taxi cabs or ride-sharing services like Uber which are easy to find near the airport or major attractions in and around the city. Both options offer convenient transportation around the city to get to and from popular tourist destinations.

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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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Avoid areas affected by protests and demonstrations. Use major roads where it's safe to do so and verify that alternate routes recommended by your GPS are safe prior to travel. We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in South Africa due to the threat of violent crime.

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

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While the Metrorail train in Cape Town is generally not recommended for tourists, the MyCiti bus service is a safe and reliable option. As with any city, remain aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings secure when travelling on public transport.

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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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No, Johannesburg is one of the least safe if not the most unsafe city in South Africa. Cape Town has a much worse gang side but the gangs stay in their area, if you stay out of those areas you should be fine (it's not easy to accidentally wonder into gang run areas).

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