One newspaper has offered some tips for people taking flights to Cape Town who want to do more than watch football on their break.
Among the must-see attractions in Cape Town is Robben Island, the site of a notorious apartheid jail where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated, which journalist Anna Murphy strongly recommends.
She commented: “You are shown around by ex-prisoners and what they have to say is remarkable in itself.”
For those looking for somewhere to eat, Ms Murphy noted that the Roundhouse “puts a mouthwateringly modern spin on South African cuisine” and added that Melissa’s Food Shop is a great place to stop off for lunch.
While those looking for some retail therapy while their partners watch the World Cup matches should head to Kloof Street for fashion boutiques or Africa Nova for modern arts and crafts.
Written by Ruth Norris
