8 Hidden Gems in Cape Town Only Locals Know About

"A sprawling botanical garden at the eastern foot of a famous peak, offering serene walking paths, picnic spots, patio restaurants, gift shops, and a notable Tree Canopy Walkway with sweeping views of the mountain and surrounding landscape; it also hosts popular sunset concerts and is best enjoyed in cooler morning or late-afternoon hours." - Sophie Mendel Sophie Mendel Sophie Mendel is an editor at Travel + Leisure, where she assigns, edits, and publishes the product reviews and recommendations that help guide travelers toward the best shoes, apparel, accessories, and hotels for their needs. Sophie has traveled to 53 countries and lived in five, and is bilingual in English and Spanish. She has more than six years of experience as a writer, editor, and copywriter. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines