Cape Town, South Africa

Cruise Port

Cape Town

Legislative capital of South Africa.

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Overview

Cape Town is a cruise port in South Africa. It lies on the coast at approximately -33.925, 18.424.

About Cape Town

Cape Town is the legislative capital of South Africa. It is the country’s oldest city and the seat of the Parliament of South Africa. Cape Town is the capital and largest city of the Western Cape, and the country’s second-most populous city, after Johannesburg. The city is part of the City of Cape Town metropolitan municipality.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Cape Town — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Cape Town

Cape Town City DSC
Cape Town City DSC
Camps bay
Camps bay
Signal Hill and Ferris wheel from Victoria Wharf balcony, Cape Town
Signal Hill and Ferris wheel from Victoria Wharf balcony, Cape Town
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden 2024 7th batch
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden 2024 7th batch

Where to stay

Staying near Cape Town the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Cape Town, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →