Long Street, Cape Town

Scores

Safety by day 5.7/10, at night 3.9/10.

About Cape Town Ward 115

A central urban area spanning part of Cape Town City Centre and District Six, with dense mixed-use streets, apartment buildings, offices, shops, cultural sites, and heavy pedestrian and vehicle activity. The atmosphere is lively and practical rather than suburban, with quieter pockets away from main roads.

Good for

• first-time visitors
• culture lovers
• business travelers
• public transport users
• foodies

Less suited to

• quiet seekers
• nature lovers
• families
• pet owners

Watch out for

• Keep valuables concealed, especially on busy streets and around transport stops.
• Use a reputable taxi or ride-hailing service after dark rather than walking long distances.
• Stay on well-lit, active streets at night and avoid isolated shortcuts.
• Check the immediate block around accommodation, as conditions can change noticeably from one street to the next.

Sources

• Ward 115
• Langa, South Africa
• Edgemead

Getting around

• Mid Long Bus, 20 m
• Cape Town Tourism Bus, 90 m
• Strand Bus, 130 m
• Mid Loop Bus, 130 m
• Hop On - Hop Off Bus Stop Bus, 140 m

0.9 km to the city center (Cape Town).