Safety and Security
Cape Town is a metropolis with all the advantages and disadvantages associated with crime and propensity to violence. However, if you adhere to a few simple rules Cape Town is as safe as any other big city in the world. “The DON´TS”
- Beggars: Children / young people in particular are often members of groups and organized gangs and should not be underestimated. So, don´t chat with them and avoid contact.
- Take care: When you exchange money with your EC or credit card.
- Only draw money when the banks are open
- Don´t use cash machines on the street, rather draw money in shopping centers
- Make sure that nobody is watching you while you withdraw money
- Don´t allow any interruptions or assistance while you are using the cash machines - Don’t wear flashy jewelry or watches
- Don´t wear your camera in an obvious way
- Don´t show your money in public
- Don´t get involved in arguments or conflict situations
- It is not safe to walk longer distances at night
- Isolated areas and small streets should be avoided
- Don´t leave visible objects in your car
- Try to park in busy well lit places
- Never pick up strangers and do not drive into a township alone
Important Numbers:
- South Africa’s International Dialing Code: 0027
- Directory Enquiries: 1023
- Police: 10111
- Ambulance: 10177
- Credit card blocking: Visas: 0800110132 / Master & EC: 0114984600
- CT International Airport: (0867) 277 888
- Cable car, Table Mountain: 021 4248181
- Germany: 0949
- United Kingdom: 0944
- Norway: 0947
- Sweden: 0046
- Finland: 09 358