Green Point Park and Biodiversity Garden
It's no surprise that Green Point was chosen as the home of the Cape Town stadium for the 2010 FIFA World Cup; it is beautiful, trendy, offers great views of Cape Town, is easily accessed, and can cater for thousands of people in one day. The reasons why locals dream of living in Green Point and why tourists want to stay in the area whilst visiting the Cape are endless; this article lists just a few.
Green Point is surrounded by beautiful views as the sea, mountains and city are so close by. Many of the buildings and apartments are built on the slopes leading up the mountain, allowing residents to enjoy incredible views of the bay; on clear days Robben Island and the other side of the bay can _ be seen. Within a five minute drive, Camps Bay Beach, the V & A Waterfront, Lions Head and Table Mountain can be reached by those staying in local accommodation.
Green Point is perfectly located in Cape Town. Situated between Table Bay and Signal Hill, and on the edge of Sea Point, the Waterfront and the Cape Town CBD, Green Point is easily accessed and close by to the city's main attractions. Green Point can be reached via a single main road, Somerset Road, and can be entered and exited via the highway and sea front roads. Foreigners visiting Cape Town on business trips who choose to stay in Green Point accommodation will find themselves conveniently close to the CBD.
Green Point is not only a popular place for young professionals to live and tourists to stay, but it is also home to one of the largest gay and lesbian communities in South Africa. Green Point may claim to be one of the trendiest parts of Cape Town, however it also stands tall as one of the most diverse and welcoming areas of the Cape; standing with open arms for people of every race, gender and sexuality.
The vibrancy of Green Point is related to its multiculturalism and creative design, however its many restaurants, bistros, and clubs add to the exciting atmosphere of the area. Somerset Road is dotted with the latest places to be seen in Cape Town, and is home to some of the country's most innovative restaurant owners and chefs. Known as the Soho of Cape Town, undoubtedly the place to be seen out and about is Green Point.
Accommodation in Cape Town has made a name for itself in the international hospitality industry; however the place to stay if you're looking to enjoy beautiful views and stay in the centre of the action is Green Point. By staying in Green Point Accommodation visitors will be able to enjoy attractions right on their doorstep, as well as easy access to other popular areas around the peninsula.
Green Point is home to the Cape Town Stadium and offers constant reminders of the 2010 Soccer World Cup. In preparation for the world cup, Green Point cleaned up its appearance and ensured that first world transport, accommodation and restaurants were available to welcome their guests. Although the World Cup has come and gone, Green Point remains one of the most tourist friendly areas of the Cape and pulls out all the stops to ensure all visitors experience the vibrant community that showcases Cape Town's diverse culture.
There are many beautiful places to stay in the Mother City, however Green Point accommodation ensures that guests experience the best of what Cape Town has to offer and scenery that will knock their socks off. After staying in Green Point accommodation, tourists will feel alive with the tangible vibrancy of the area and will leave in awe of the beauty of the Cape.
