Colorful spots are scattered all across Cape Town, but Bo-Kaap stands above all else. The liveliest neighborhood of the South African city will take your breath away with its vibrant homes and cobblestoned streets, and here are some things you can do during your visit.
Take a Walk
Even if you don’t plan your visit to Bo-Kaap in detail, you’ll still have a lot of fun. Its colorful homes are a sight to behold and they’re a unique symbol of freedom of expression. It’s really fun to walk around and discover countless beautiful houses, and you can join one of the free walking tours if you want to learn more about their rich history.
Museum Visit
Bo-Kaap Museum is another great place where you can fully dive into the past of this vibrant neighborhood. Located in Bo-Kaap’s oldest preserved house from the 1760s, this museum puts a focus on the contributions and lifestyle of the neighborhood’s early settlers.
Historic Mosque
Another thing that makes Bo-Kaap historically significant is Auwal Mosque—the oldest mosque in South Africa. It opened its doors in 1794, and it’s still hailed as one of Cape Town’s most important religious buildings even after several major changes and renovations.