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1. Dorp Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 452 reviews
Reviewed By tancred1964
Drop St is one of the oldest streets in a Stellenbosch and has many beautiful and interesting historical buildings including the famous Oom Samie se Winkel, a fascinating old shop with an eclectic mix of goods for sale
2. Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,566 reviews
Nowhere can the story of South Africa's turbulent past and its extraordinary transition to democracy be told as it is at Constitution Hill. Constitution Hill is a national heritage site situated in the Johannesburg CBD and is home to the Constitutional Court of South Africa- the highest court in the country on constitutional matters. Once a place of injustice and brutality, where South Africa's leading political activists, including Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi, were detained, the site has been transformed into a place of solidarity and democracy, home to the Women's Gaol museum, Number Four Museum, and Old Fort Museum. Apart from its engaging and gripping exhibitions, Constitution Hill is also open to the public for guided tours and has become an important platform for Heritage, Education, and Tourism related programmes. The vast variety of programmes hosted at Constitution Hill enable us to embrace current issues, celebrate days of national significance, address matters of public interest and create a forum for public debate. With its rich history and character Constitution Hill boasts of ideal platforms to educate and learn about South Africa's story. ConHill, as it is famously known, also offers a variety of multi-purpose venues, suitable for conferencing, performances, a large array of events and for public activities and programmes.
Reviewed By Daydream62408959336
A visit to Constitutional Hill is a visit that every person should take more than once if possible, (whether a tourist or a South African). It’s a harrowing and extremely emotional tour for any visitor and not a tour that should be hurried. The tour guides are extremely informative and are to be commended on their extensive knowledge. A visit to the Concourt itself is a must and it’s wonderful to see the highest Court in the land being open to all (you can actually see the goings on through the glass panels if you don’t want to enter the Court itself). There are also many activities, concerts, art exhibitions etc which take place at the Constitutional Hill as well through the year so it comes alive again with music, laughter and joy. Every time you visit Constitutional Hill should not only be a time of quiet reflection on the past which will be tinged with sadness, but also one of hope and positiveness for the future of our wonderful country.
3. Nelson Mandela Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,831 reviews
Reviewed By 968nicholash - London, United Kingdom
Great meeting place, dominated by the giant statue of the great man and surrounded by big, glitzy restaurants, mainly grill houses serving gigantic portions of meat and fish.
4. Prince Alfred Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Built by Thomas Bain in the 1860s, the Prince Alfred Pass (R339) is a dirt/gravel mountain pass between Knysna/Plettenberg Bay and Avontuur/Uniondale. It is a scenic route with spectacular views and interesting flora. Please note that this is not a shortcut from the Langkloof to Knysna/Plettenberg Bay. Having been built about 150 years ago, parts of this historic pass is very winding and narrow. In some areas, the surface of the road is eroded and there are potholes along the way.
Reviewed By MountainPassJimny
What a beautiful experience!! Don't be in a hurry when driving the Prince Alfred Pass. Close your eyes to hear voices, axes, trees falling, 'big foot' as told in Dalene Matthee's books, "Circles in the forest", and "Fiela's child"......... There were a few bumpy spots, though nothing to the extent that I thought my little Jimny wouldn't be able to handle it. The local people seem to speed quite a bit. Keep far left, go slow & enjoy the view.
5. NG Kerk Swellendam
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
An extremely popular and impressive stop for global visitors with a permanent exhibition and a rich history. Unique architectural mix in SA.
Reviewed By Jet51160473081
This Dutch Reform Church is definitely worth a visit. The original church on this site was built in 1802 and this building was erected in 1911. It is Cape Dutch in architectural style and very plain inside according to Dutch Refirm tradition. There are interesting gravestones in the beautifully kept gardens surrounding the church
6. Nizamiye Mosque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By njcavalier - Chatham, United States
With its four 180-foot minarets and a main dome rising more than 100 feet, the Nizamiye Mosque stands as a beautiful example of Turkish architecture adapted for its place in South Africa. Said to be rhe largest mosque anywhere in the Southern Hemisphere, it is well worth seeing on a visit to Midrand.
7. Ancient Fish Traps
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By 16seanc
Remarkable both for the concept and the maintenance of the traps over three millennia until the present! The quality of both the original construction and its present condition is extraordinary - a piece of living history still used to trap fish at Spring high tides!
8. Casa Labia
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4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By maqsmaqs - Cape Town Central, South Africa
visited casa labia for my wife's birthday brunch it was on the recommendation of a friend of my wife as it was weekend parking was ok but i can see it getting busy with runners/walkers using the main road. we got a nice table overlooking a nice view of the ocean. the restaurant has an old school charm about it ... very different from other restaurants perfect setting for breakfast, brunch .. high tea even food was really good and good value also considering we have eaten at a few places for breakfast kids really enjoyed themselves will be visiting again!!!
9. Hole in the Wall
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4.5 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By 884rays - Johannesburg, South Africa
I stayed in coffee bay and made it to the HITW in a normal car. When it rains maybe a 4x4 is better hmm. Great walk and easy to find- use common sense and you do not need a guide at all. Watch for cow poop lol! Beautiful place. The only pollution comes from locals haha. The locals were wandering tribes who destroyed the environment coming down from Central Africa and now that they no longer wander they just pollute where they are! lol. Afrika - this is the way - selfish, zero environmental care. Haha , sorry for telling you the truth. But still worth a visit - beautiful sea sun sky green land and peaceful. Oh- why the cow poop and cows? those locals brought them- they are not indigenous neither the cows nor the locals not 300 years ago even. TRUTH IS BEST. beautiful. peace out.
10. Bay Harbour Market
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4.5 based on 821 reviews
IMAGINE ….. a place where the creative energy and the vibrancy of Cape Town come alive in an authentic fish factory in a working harbour …. where people of all ages and cultures gather alongside one another to celebrate our unique South African spirit …. where the hustle and bustle of a boisterous market fills the air …… where local traders exchange banter with customers …. “that’s a bargain, fo sho!” … an eclectic stylish wonderland of exquisite art, craft, jewellery and fashion …. complemented by the delicious aromas of food to tempt all the senses…freshly baked breads, spicy seafood and citrus fruits … you pass a robotic mime drawing gasps from giggling kids … the sound of a township guitarist and a groovy sax …… punctuated by singing seagulls …. where the famous beauty of Chapman’s Peak looms overhead ………. and the vibe is just sommer lekker!
Reviewed By janemoggan - Galway, Ireland
We were on holiday and visited this market and I'd highly recommend it the atmosphere was fantastic there was a good choice of food and drinks live music and artisan food stalls along with arts crafts and curios. Well worth a visit
