Cape Town, South Africa
Green Point and De Waterkant have good restaurants and a welcoming, LGBTQ+-friendly atmosphere. Convenient location between Sea Point and the Waterfront, though standard night safety rules still apply.
Green Point sits between Sea Point and the V&A Waterfront, which makes it a convenient base. De Waterkant, the colorful neighborhood within Green Point, is Cape Town's LGBTQ+ area - rainbow crosswalks at Somerset and Dixon streets (the only ones in Africa), gay bars, inclusive cafes and restaurants. Café Manhattan has been around for decades serving the community. Crew Bar and Honey & Dora do drag brunches and queer events. The area has a cosmopolitan, welcoming atmosphere. Main Road through Green Point has good restaurants - Italian, Japanese, various options, some open late. The Green Point Stadium area stays fairly busy, and you can walk to the V&A Waterfront. Standard Cape Town safety rules still apply though - even though De Waterkant feels safer than some areas, take an Uber home after dark instead of walking. The MyCiTi bus runs during the day.
Daytime Safety
GoodNight Walking Safety
ModerateHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
ModeratePolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
GoodSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
ModerateGetting By in English
Excellent"Felt very welcomed and safe in the LGBTQ+ area during evening"
"Great base between V&A and Sea Point"
"Diverse crowd made me feel comfortable dining solo"
"Still took Uber home at night but felt safer here than other areas"
"Love the inclusive, accepting vibe of the neighborhood"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Sea Point has an active coastal promenade and lots of restaurants that work well for solo dining. Decent during the day, but crime has increased - don't walk alone at night.
Camps Bay has beachfront dining with mountain views and upscale restaurants that work for solo meals. Stay on the main strip, expect high prices, and Uber home after dark.
The City Bowl has Cape Town's best food and coffee scene with artisan cafes and newer restaurants. Good for daytime exploring and solo eating, but use Uber between venues after dark.
Help other women stay safe in Green Point / De Waterkant
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.