Cape Town
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Table Mountain | A rotating cable car up to a flat summit with views over the city and the ocean, one of the New7Wonders of Nature. | Stops in strong wind |
| The V&A Waterfront | A lively harbour of restaurants, shops and an aquarium. | Cape Town |
| The Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point | Towering cliffs at the tip of the continent, and a lighthouse looking out over the ocean. | About 1.5 hours from Cape Town |
| Boulders Beach | A colony of African penguins among giant boulders. | Simon's Town |
| Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden | One of the world's most beautiful botanical gardens, on the slopes of Table Mountain. | South Cape Town |
| Bo-Kaap | Colourful houses and historic mosques in the old Muslim quarter. | Central Cape Town |
Safaris and nature
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Kruger National Park | One of Africa's best-known reserves for lions, elephants and giraffes. | North-east South Africa |
| The Garden Route | A coastal road through forests, lagoons and beaches, from Knysna to Tsitsikamma. | The south coast, east of Cape Town |
Johannesburg
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Reef City | A theme park themed on the old gold mines. | South Johannesburg |
| The Apartheid Museum | A moving museum telling the country's modern history. | Johannesburg |
Tips before you go
- Saudis enter South Africa visa-free for up to 90 days.
- Cape Town is loveliest from November to March, and safaris are best from May to September.
- The Table Mountain cable car stops in strong wind, so check the weather in the morning.
Hotels in Cape Town
Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in South Africa?
Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, the Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach, Kirstenbosch, Kruger National Park and the Garden Route.
Do Saudis need a visa for South Africa?
No, visa-free for up to 90 days.
When is the best time for a safari in South Africa?
From May to September, when the grass is lower and the animals gather around water.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.