Lower Long Street, Cape Town

Scores

Safety by day 6.4/10, at night 4.5/10.

About Foreshore

A modern, largely commercial waterfront district between Cape Town city centre and the port. Broad roads, office towers, hotels, transport infrastructure, cultural venues, and reclaimed-land architecture define the area. It is busiest on weekdays and quieter after offices close.

Good for

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

Less suited to

• quiet seekers
• families
• nature lovers
• beach lovers

Watch out for

• Use well-lit, busier routes after dark and avoid isolated port-side streets.
• Keep valuables concealed around transport facilities and quieter streets.
• Check your accommodation’s parking and access arrangements before arrival.
• Expect traffic and pedestrian congestion on major roads during weekday commuting hours.

Sources

• Foreshore, Cape Town

Getting around

• Convention Centre Bus, 210 m
• City Sightseeing #4 Bus, 240 m
• Amsterdam Bus, 480 m
• Foreshore Bus, 480 m
• Artscape Bus, 510 m

1.9 km to the city center (Cape Town).