Greenmarket Square Travel Guide
Cape Town
Visit Greenmarket Square
Popular places to visit
Greenmarket Square
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Greenmarket Square during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Pan African Market
Shop for art and handicrafts from across the African continent and watch the busy action of Long Street from a café balcony.
Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre
After visiting Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Town. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
34 Long
You can browse the exhibits at 34 Long, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cape Town. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Christian Barnard Hospital
If Christian Barnard Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cape Town.
South African Missionary Meeting House Museum
You can study the exhibits at South African Missionary Meeting House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket
1- Hour Catamaran Cruise Cape Town
Cape Town Private Walking Tour with a Local
Cape Town: Halfday African Penguin tour
Seal Island,Cape of Good Hope&Penguins Shared Tour,From Cape Town
8-Hour Tour in Table Mountain Penguins and Cape of Good Hope
Top hotels in Greenmarket Square
Taj Cape Town
good hotel with excellent staff and service. cant fault it.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Staff were all wonderful. Great location for CBD. From be value room.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
I didn’t want to leave. Wish I had booked more days instead of switching hotels. From the staff to the food to the accommodations. Everything was perfect and then some!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Trade Boutique Hotel
I had a ground floor room as requested, in a lovely and quiet part of the hotel. Clean rooms
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel
Staff were super helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Charles Hope Cape Town
Absolutely loved my stay here- I stayed 10 days on my first trip to Cape Town. This hotel is a walking distance or short Uber ride to lots of attractions like BoKaap, v&a waterfront, district 6 museum, castle of good hope and also a short walk to the main train/bus station. There’s an information ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Greenmarket Square
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Cape Town City Hall and Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Kloof Street while you're exploring the area.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
