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It?s not just the unique location and beautiful year-round weather, that make Cape Town a wonderful place to explore by rental car. The city is also home to a range of fantastic attractions. Hiring a car in Cape Town allows you to explore the many and varied landscapes of this beautiful city as well as the vast array of cultural draws at a pace that is completely up to you. From traditional Townships to natural attractions such as Table Mountain, you?ll be spoilt for choice for things to see and do in Cape Town. All you need is a map and a healthy sense of adventure. The following is a guide to how best to spend your time in Cape Town with a rental car.

Cape Town Airport Mini Guide:

Cape Town International Airport is the second largest airport in South Africa and serves as a base for a number of international and regional carriers including Qatar Airways, KLM Dutch Airlines, South African Airways and Lufthansa.

Things To See/Do in Cape Town:

Cape Town is a modern, cosmopolitan city set in a beautiful landscape that offers excellent scope for both car hire touring and recreational pursuits. Cape Town is a thrill seekers paradise, offering all the raw materials for exciting outdoor activities such as surfing, hiking and kayaking. If you?re feeling adventurous, it?s even possible to take a cable car to the summit of Table Mountain.

In order to get an insight into the city?s fascinating cultural heritage, it?s a good idea to explore some of the city?s museums and galleries. Must-sees include the vibrant South Africa National Gallery, District Six Museum and South Africa Maritime Museum. Meanwhile, the poignant Robben Island serves as a chilling reminder of the city?s turbulent Apartheid era.

Eating Out in Cape Town:

Dining out in Cape Town is a treat for all-whatever your budget or craving. The city offers excellent variety in terms of eateries. Given its coastal location, seafood is always a good choice choice in Cape Town. Local catch worth sampling includes yellowtail, cape salmon, kingklip and kabeljou. A drive to the Cape Winelands allows you to sample both first class wine and top-notch fare. Generally speaking, food in Cape Town is high quality, portions are generous and prices are reasonable.

Day Trips/Events in Cape Town:

Let Cape Town act as a base from which to explore the wonderfully diverse cultures and landscapes of the surrounding area. For the ultimate Cape Town car hire experience, be sure to make an excursion to Cape Peninsula, the home of the stunning Boulders Beach, famous for its penguin colony. Meanwhile, Chapman?s Peak boasts dramatic views over Hout Bay. For an extra special drive, be sure to follow the Garden Route, which begins at Mossel Bay and continues to the Tsitsikamma National Park on the south coast.

Cape Town is a lively, vibrant city and is the venue for a number of colourful festivals and events throughout the year. Calendar highlights include March?s International Jazz Festival, January?s Cape to Rio Yacht Race and October?s Stellenbosch Food and Wine Festival.

Fiona writes for Argus Rentals and Car Hire Cape Town

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