What to expect in Cape Town
If you’re traveling to Cape Town in South Africa, you’re in luck! It’s one of the most beautiful cities in the world, as numerous rankings often indicate. You’ll find incredible things to do here to discover this multicultural city and the landscapes that surround it. Admittedly, your plane ticket to South Africa will represent a large part of your budget (very variable, from €500 to €900 return from France on average), but on the spot you’ll be able to get by quite well.
Is the cost of living in Cape Town high?
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Here, we’re talking about the local budget. A backpacker can easily get by on €15 a day. You just have to be careful. It’s a real blessing for a city like Cape Town. If you’re looking for a bit of comfort, with a small restaurant every day, and if you’ve got the budget to treat yourself and enjoy your vacation, you can expect to pay around €40-50 a day. Beyond that, you’ve got a large budget and you’re not too particular about spending. The cost of living here is pretty low, despite the exceptional surroundings.
What’s your budget for accommodation in Cape Town?
You’ll be amazed at the low prices of hotels here, especially the youth hostels, which will delight all backpackers. If you have a large budget, you’ll be able to treat yourself.
Youth hostels: from €5-7 per night
Hotel **: from €15-20 per night
Hotel ***: from €30 per night
Hotel ****: from €50 per night
Hotel *****: from €100 per night
Don’t forget to follow the offers in advance to get the best price for the period.
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How much can you afford to eat in Cape Town?
You’ll be treated to quality food at very affordable prices.
Prices for eating out in Cape Town:
Fast Food (chain): from €5
Fast food: €5-7
Economy restaurant: €10-12
Standard restaurant: €20
Restaurants in Cape Town are generally inexpensive. So it’s best to take advantage of the good local food. Choose small bistro-style restaurants, which are a big hit here. You can also try the Neighbourgoods Market, where you’ll find a great atmosphere.
Some price ideas in Cape Town
Single public transport ticket: €0.60
Coke can: less than €1
Cappuccino: €1.30
Pack of cigarettes: 3€ or 3.5€.
Cab (1 km): €0.80
Cable car ride up Table Mountain: €15.5
This makes Cape Town one of South Africa’s most liveable cities, with a travel budget you don’t need to worry about. For the time being (in 2013), everything is affordable. A good omen for a trip aroundSouth Africa. You can use our travel budget calculator to estimate your expenses on the spot by choosing the traveler profile that suits you best.