The city centre is the pulse of the Mother City, providing the lifeblood of the surrounding areas. It is a melting pot of diversity and culture, a smorgasbord of historical influences and a place like no other on earth. If you really want to get underneath the skin of Cape Town, you need to start in the city. From coffee shops and markets, to trendy lunch-spots and sophisticated nightclubs, the city is where it all happens.

Bree Street is a lively hub of restaurants and bars, while Long Street continues to be a popular strip, combining clubs, bars and quirky shops selling everything from books to antiques. With easy access to public transport, from the MyCiti bus and reputable taxi services, to the open-top City Sightseeing buses and train routes, the Cape Town CBD is your perfect holiday base to get out and see what the Mother City has to offer.