31. Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town rises beneath the flat top of Table Mountain, a dramatic welcome. Colorful houses of Bo-Kaap spill down steep streets toward the city bowl. At the V&A Waterfront, harborside restaurants tempt you with freshly caught fish. Robben Island’s history lessons remind visitors of resilience and hope. Kirstenbosch Gardens bloom with native fynbos against mountain backdrops. Nearby beaches host surfers riding Atlantic swells or families soaking up sun. As night falls, Long Street pulses with music, food, and laughter. Cape Town’s mix of nature and culture feels both vibrant and soulful.
