Hi, I’m Bernie Phillips, Your Local Cape Town Insider. 👋
Welcome to the Curated Cape Town Guide!
I was born and raised right here in the Mother City. I know firsthand that Cape Town is one of the most breathtaking, vibrant, and diverse places on earth. But I also know that planning a trip here for the first time can feel overwhelming.
Between figuring out which suburb to stay in, avoiding overpriced tourist traps, navigating our notorious South-Easter wind, and keeping up with safety logistics, there is a lot to know before you land.
That’s exactly why I created this site.
Why the Curated Cape Town Guide?
Unlike big, generic global travel sites written by creators who only spent three days in the city, Curated Cape Town Guide offers an authentic, boots-on-the-ground local perspective.
Every itinerary, hotel recommendation, and coffee shop tip on this site comes from real local experience. Whether you’re looking for:
My goal is simple: to help you skip the guesswork, travel safely, and experience Cape Town like a true insider.
Where to Start?
If this is your first time visiting the Mother City, here are a few reader favourites to help you get started:
- The Ultimate Cape Town Travel Guide: Local Insider Cheat Sheet — Your complete, step-by-step master plan for visiting Cape Town.
- Where to Stay in Cape Town — A breakdown of the best neighbourhoods, from the Atlantic Seaboard to the central City Bowl.
- Cape Town Safety & Local Logistics — Everything you need to know about getting around, staying safe, and local etiquette.
Let’s Connect!
Got a question about an upcoming trip or looking to collaborate? I’d love to hear from you! Head over to my Contact Page to drop me a message.