Gardens, Cape Town

Scores

Safety by day 6.6/10, at night 5.3/10.

About Cape Town Ward 77

A central, mostly residential area near Cape Town’s inner suburbs, with leafy streets, older homes, apartment buildings, local shops, and quick access to the city centre and mountain slopes. Activity is moderate by day and quieter on residential streets after dark.

Good for

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

Less suited to

• quiet seekers
• drivers
• people with limited mobility

Watch out for

• Use normal city precautions after dark, especially on quiet or poorly lit streets.
• Keep valuables out of sight in parked cars.
• Choose accommodation with secure access and parking.
• Check the exact street, as conditions can vary within the ward.

Sources

• List of Cape Town suburbs

Getting around

• Welgemeend Bus, 140 m
• Van Riebeek Bus, 230 m
• Rayden Bus, 250 m
• Upper Kloof Bus, 310 m
• Lower Reservoir Bus, 360 m

1.1 km to the city center (Cape Town).