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Cape Town: Amazon KDP category data
Amazon Books Best Sellers data for Cape Town, updated Nov 2, 2026: median price $14.95, median 3 reviews, average rating 4.4 and a KDPTop opportunity score of 24/100 (highly competitive).
| Price range (middle 50%) | $11.99 – $18.95 |
|---|---|
| Average rating | 4.4 |
| New releases (90 days) | 11% |
| Books on the list | 100 |
| Store | Books |
What stands out
- Its median reviews are 10% of the parent category South Africa (29), one of the easier corners under it.
- Its review barrier is lower than in 94% of Books categories: the median best seller has only 3 reviews, so new books can chart with few.
Top 10 Cape Town best sellers
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Lonely Planet Cape Town & the Garden Route: Plan the Trip of a Lifetime | Detailed Itineraries & Maps | Insider Tips | Covers City Bowl, Foreshore, Bo-Kaap and more (Travel Guide)
by Mary Fitzpatrick
- List rank#1
- Price$20.35
- Rating4.4
- Reviews73
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SOUTH AFRICA TRAVEL GUIDE 2026–2027: The Essential Planner for Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban & Safari Adventures with Itineraries, Budget Tips, Safety Advice & Hidden Gems.
by Elara Bennett
- List rank#2
- Price$3.99
- Rating4.7
- Reviews4
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Cape Town Travel Guide: 50 Unforgettable Bucket List Experiences, Hidden Gems & Secret Spots Every Traveler Must See. A Local's Insider Guide with Expert Tips (South Africa)
by Olanrewaju Jimoh
- List rank#3
- Price$24.99
- Rating4.9
- Reviews103
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![Cape Town and Peninsula Map [South Africa] (National Geographic Adventure Map, 3200) book cover by National Geographic Maps](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91T0IjPvTrL._AC_UL300_SR300,200_.jpg)
Cape Town and Peninsula Map [South Africa] (National Geographic Adventure Map, 3200)
- List rank#4
- Price$14.95
- Rating4.7
- Reviews53
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DK South Africa: Must-See Sights. Culture & History. Detailed Maps & Tours. Covers Cape Town, Kruger National Park, & more (Travel Guide)
by DK Travel
- List rank#5
- Price$22.10
- Rating4.6
- Reviews29
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Fodor's Essential South Africa: with the Best Safari Destinations and Wine Regions (Full-color Travel Guide)
- List rank#6
- Price$20.99
- Rating4.6
- Reviews91
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My First Dictionary 100 words in Afrikaans and English, Afrikaans Language Learning for Kids: Learn Afrikaans Vocabulary for Beginners, Bilingual Afrikaans Baby Book
by PaPaParrot House
- List rank#7
- Price$9.99
- Rating4.8
- Reviews6
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Amazing South Africa Facts for Kids: A Fun Travel and Learning Book with Color Photos About South Africa's Big Five, Cape Town, Wildlife, Mountains, ... Explorers (Amazing World Facts for Kids)
by TH Sunflower
- List rank#8
- Price$15.99
- Reviews-
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Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini: Plan the Trip of a Lifetime | Detailed Itineraries & Maps | Insider Tips | Covers Kruger National ... Johannesburg, Gauteng and more (Travel Guide)
by Lucy Corne
- List rank#9
- Price$19.80
- Rating4.1
- Reviews41
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DK Top 10 Cape Town and the Winelands: Top 10 lists for your perfect trip, plus an all-weather folded map (Pocket Travel Guide)
by Philip Briggs
- List rank#10
- Price$13.53
- Rating4.6
- Reviews18
FAQ
Is Cape Town a good niche for Amazon KDP?
Its KDPTop opportunity score is 24/100, which makes it highly competitive. The median best seller has 3 reviews and sells for $14.95.
How many reviews do you need to rank in Cape Town?
The median best seller has 3 reviews, and 95% of them have fewer than 100.
What do Cape Town best sellers cost?
The median price is $14.95; half of the best sellers are priced between $11.99 and $18.95.
Can new books break into Cape Town?
11% of the current best sellers were released in the last 90 days.
About this data
Data comes from KDPTop's daily crawl of Amazon's public Best Sellers pages; medians use the latest list. The opportunity score (0–100, higher is easier to enter) combines the review barrier, the share of low-review books, list turnover, new-release share and price.