Key information about Cape Town

25 - 50 ZAR per withdrawal (plus your own bank's fees)

Accepted almost everywhere, but cash still needed in smaller shops

10 - 15% at restaurants, round up elsewhere

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Uber (215 ZAR), MyCiti Airport Shuttle (50 ZAR)

George Airport (GRJ) is around 55 minutes away from CPT by air and around 5 hours by road. The two cites are connected also by bus routes (7h+).

Uber, Bolt

MetroRail: ~10 ZAR per ride, depending on distance
MyCity BRT (bus): 30 ZAR per ride with MyConnect Card

You can buy a MyConnect card at any station across the city for 35 ZAR. Buy MetroRail tickets at stations.

MTN, Vodacom

405 ZAR for 5GB valid for 1 month

Airport or authorized operator branches. Make sure to have your passport ready.

Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans and English

Very high

Not drinkable

South African cuisine has been shaped by a long history of Dutch, Malay, British and Indian settlements, making the food diverse and strong in flavor. There is a strong emphasis on game in all of its different forms, as well as spicy sauces and sautéed vegetables and dry-cured meats. Creamy desserts and liqueurs compliment large and flavorful meals.

Bitlong and droewors, boerewors, Cape Malay curry, bobotie, melkert, gatsby, bunny chow

Cape Malay shacks, food trucks, street food joints, local grills, small bakeries and food markets

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UberEats, Orderin

SPAR: These stores are a favorite in Cape Town for their wide variety of goods and good quality offers. They are easy to find across the city and offer generally good prices. Good produce and bakery areas. Here you are likely to find the best range of imported goods.
Pink N' Pay: These large stores are easily accessible across South Africa and hold a range of goods at convenient prices. Local goods and fresh produce available.
Shoprite: This is South Africa's largest grocery retailer and offers a good range of goods but limited variety. Some expats and locals have complained about service at its stores. Good prices across the board.
Woolworths: This premium food retailer combines high-quality good sections with homeware, clothing and beauty departments for a more refined and complete shopping experiences. Here, prices will be slightly higher.
Oranjezicht City Farm Market: This market right in the heart of the city's main shopping district has Cape Town's best fruit and vegetables and is a great place to shop like a local.