Cape Town named best city in the world for 2025 by TimeOut
Posted on: 27 January 2025 Written by: Newmark Hotels & Reserves
It’s official: Cape Town is the best city in the world according to TimeOut. This was announced in their latest list of top 50 cities for the year 2025.
If you already knew that Cape Town was a must-see destination, this is even more reason to book a ticket and explore this fascinating South African city, brimming with culture, history, art, good food and contemporary hotels.
Newmark Hotels & Reserves shares this guide to help you enjoy your stay in the Mother City.
Things To Do in Cape Town
There are no shortages of activities, adventure and experiences in Cape Town. The city is bustling with a vibrant energy. In the TimeOut survey, 97% of locals said their city makes them feel happy.
Our top recommendations include:
- V&A Waterfront (dining, shopping and leisure)
- Whale watching
- Tour Robben Island
- Visit Table Mountain
Top Restaurants To Try
An astounding 95% of TimeOut’s survey participants gave the Cape Town’s food scene a high rating, and with good reason! Not only are there plentiful options, from street food to wholefoods to gourmet cuisine, but the quality of individual food outlets surpasses national competitors on an impressive scale.
Newmark Hotels & Reserves offers premium dining at the following highly acclaimed restaurants:
Gourmet farm-to-table dining at its best, located on the ground floor at The Queen Victoria Hotel. Terrarium is headed by leading chef, Chris Erasmus, and puts a contemporary spin on sustainable dining, combining visual art with creative cuisine.
Enjoy Sunday brunch at this V&A Waterfront restaurant set at the water's edge. The menu includes an eclectic selection of hearty flavours prepared by the finest chefs.
Located in The Winchester Boutique Hotel along the ever-popular Seapoint Promenade in Cape Town, Harvey’s Bar offers expertly curated beverages to accompany a mouthwatering menu as you gaze out at the Atlantic Ocean.
Best Hotels in Cape Town
Experience the world’s best city this year from one of these premium hospitality destinations by Newmark Hotels & Reserves:
A four-star hotel designed in 1920s Cape Dutch style with spacious rooms and sea-facing terrace in a prominent location on Sea Point Promenade. It is also accessible to people with limited mobility.
Reconnect with nature and travel inward at Cape Town’s first and only 5-star regenerative destination. This wellness hotel is built into the slopes of Table Mountain and offers healing gardens, sound meditation, wholesome food, beautiful loft rooms and forest eco pods.
Royal service, glamorous, classic decor and breathtaking views await at this boutique waterfront hotel with chandeliered ceilings. All the amenities of the V&A Waterfront will be at your fingertips, as you enjoy the hotel’s spa, gym, pool, decadent accommodation and fine, gourmet dining.
See the wonders of Cape Town firsthand and join the ever-growing list of travelers who have fallen in love with the city and hold its allure close in their hearts and memories long after departure. Book here with Newmark Hotels & Reserves if you’d like to stay in one of our top hotels or make a reservation at one of our restaurants.