V & A Waterfront Information

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The V&A Waterfront is the most visited place in South Africa but it is loved by tourists and locals alike. Prince Alfred, second son of Queen Victoria, began construction of the harbour in 1860. The first basin was named after himself, the second after his mother, hence the name.

The main shopping centre has many big brand names and independent stores; there are also a huge number of restaurants lining the entrance of the centre, which includes take-aways and smarter sit down alternatives. The V&A Waterfront also houses the Nelson Mandela Gateway that offers trips over to Robben Island, the Two Oceans Aquarium and the IMAX cinema. It is busy all year round and is obviously an important stopping point for your trip to Cape Town.