Points of interest South Africa: Tourism & Monuments

Practical information : Sightseeing South Africa

Timetable

Museums close at weekends, with a few exceptions, and are generally open until 5pm. As for shopping, boutiques are generally open all day, from 8am to 5pm. Shopping malls sometimes open later, until 9pm. Most will even welcome you on Sundays until 1pm. Government offices usually take a break between 12 and 1:30 p.m., closing at 3:30 p.m. To find a gas station, don't worry, it's open 24/7.

To be booked

Reservations are not required for cultural visits or sightseeing. On the other hand, in July and August - the summer vacations, so to speak - it's a good idea to book your hotels or youth hostels in advance, as they are quickly taken over, and this is even truer for lodges in the parks, which generally have very few rooms. Similarly, if you want to be sure that the local guide you've scouted is available, think about booking in advance.

Budget & Tips

South Africa is the only destination in Africa offering affordable safaris. National parks don't charge as much as those in Kenya or Botswana, and accommodation isn't limited to luxury lodges or bush campsites - there's a wide range to suit all budgets. Some thrilling activities, such as paragliding, diving and bungee jumping, are still more affordable than in France... Perhaps you're in for a real thrill?

Main events

South Africans love to party. In big cities like Johannesburg or Cape Town, cultural events have an important place in the life of the inhabitants. Concerts are numerous, in halls, in bars or in the open air. Every evening, the opportunity to meet around a good beer and a braai is not to be missed.

Guided tours

To understand how the history of South Africa was built under the cobblestones of a city like Cape Town, Johannesburg or behind former battlefields, guided tours are almost indispensable. You can opt to travel with a local guide or simply call upon the knowledge and especially the anecdotes of a certified guide along your journey. The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, for example, is worth a guided tour on its own. On the other hand, if you wish to visit the townships, opt for a local guide.

Smokers

Although cigarettes are much cheaper here than in France, for example, there are generally few smokers. Smoking is not allowed in hotels, public places, sometimes even on terraces or certain outdoor areas. Smoking areas have been set up.

Tourist Attractions & Monuments South Africa

Map of top points of interest South Africa

AQUILA SAFARI

SPRINGBOK INFORMATION

SLAVE LODGE

PAITOURS

MOUNTAIN TABLE

BOULDER PENGUIN COLONY

BLYDE RIVER CANYON NATURE RESERVE

APARTHEID MUSEUM

LION'S HEAD

THE WINE ROUTE

ROBBEN ISLAND

CHAPMAN'S PEAK DRIVE

WILDERNESS NATIONAL PARK

BUREAU DU PARC DE ZEBRA MOUNTAIN

PARK INFO

NELSON MANDELA MUSEUM

CAPE TERROIR

ZEITZ MOCAA (MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AFRICA)

USIZO LWNEKOSI TOURS

FERNKLOOF NATURE RESERVE

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