What is the dress code in Cape Town?


What is the dress code in Cape Town? The dress code is generally casual, even in most restaurants. However there are a few smarter city hotels and restaurants, where a smart casual outfit may make you feel more comfortable.


Is it OK to wear shorts in South Africa?

SA has no dress code to speak of. Everybody wears whatever they feel like wearing at (almost) any time. Shorts are acceptable on men and women.


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.


What do most people wear in South Africa?

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.


Are Ubers safe in Cape Town?

Use Uber if you're out and about after dark The good news is that Ubers are safe and inexpensive. Drivers tend to have thousands of five-star reviews, so you can be sure you're in good hands. For additional safety, you can ask your driver to give you a pin so you can be sure you're getting into the right car.


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 wear red on safari?

Wearing white increases your visibility to wildlife, while bright colours, particularly red, can frighten animals.