Lonely Planet Cape Town & the Garden Route is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hike to the panoramic view at Table Mountain, see where Mandela was imprisoned, or experience the diverse plant species at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Cape Town and the Garden Route and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Cape Town & the Garden Route Travel Guide: Full-colour maps and images throughout. Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests. Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots. Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices. Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss. Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - including customs, history, art, literature, cinema, music, dance, architecture, politics, landscapes, wildlife, and wine. Free, convenient pull-out Cape Town map (included in print version), plus over 42 colour maps. Covers Table Mountain, Robben Island, Simon's Town, Cape Flats, East City Corridor, Sea Point, Hout Bay, City Bowl, Foreshore, Bo-Kaap, De Waterkant, Green Point, Waterfront, and more.