What do you wear to a night out in Cape Town?


What do you wear to a night out in Cape Town? Going Out at Night For women, night out attire often includes dresses, nice jeans or slacks, fancier tops, and heels. However, casual dressing is also suitable for most nightlife destinations. Men commonly opt for a nice pair of jeans, closed shoes, and a smart shirt when heading out for the evening.


Do you have to dress conservatively in South Africa?

In South Africa the dress code is generally casual (denims, t-shirts, skirts etc.)


Is Cape Town conservative dress?

South Africans are pretty conservative, so our advice would be to avoid anything too revealing. Our advice would be to keep swimwear to the beach and pool, and cover up with a kaftan or sarong when walking around public areas. A skirt or loose-fitting trousers are good in the heat and will protect you from the sun.


Can you drink alcohol on Cape Town beaches?

Just be warned: it's illegal to drink alcohol on Cape Town's beaches (the popular beaches are policed) and you'll have to carry all your stuff down from the car park – and back up again – via a long series of steep stairs, so pack light. TIP: Clifton is a popular spot during the summer and parking is scarce.