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There are more than 100 places to visit in Cape Town and the choice of things to do is endless. Cape Town is one of the most cosmopolitan and exciting cities in the world and promises visitors a wild and wonderful holiday. Here is a list of our favourite places to visit in Cape Town.
Artscape Theatre Centre is the cultural hub of Cape Town. The centre boasts a 1 487-seat Opera House, 540-seat theatre and a 139-seat Arena. It is home to the Cape Town Opera, the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra and Fine Music Radio.
Formerly known as the Nico Malan Theatre Centre, the establishment belongs to the provisional administration and aims to promote diversity in theatre and music production and development in South Africa. Built in 1971, Artscape Theatre Centre underwent a radical transformation and extension and is one of the most impressive theatre centres in the world.
Where is the Cape Town Civic Theatre?
DF Malan Street, Foreshore, Cape Town City Bowl
Atlantis Dunes is a haven for outdoor thrill seekers. Basic gear and training is provided for extreme 4×4 rides, sandboarding and quad bike rides. The Atlantis dunes cover an area of roughly 32 square kilometres and offer avid photographers and film crews with an ever-changing landscape of snow-white sand dunes that reach heights of up to 50 metres (160 feet). It’s the outdoor adrenalin playground of Cape Town and a fun outing for the whole family.
Where is Atlantis Dunes?
Klein Dassenberg Road, Atlantis, Cape Town
The Atlas Trading Company in Bo-Kaap is legendary. It’s been around since 1946 and is the best place in Cape Town to buy exotic spices and curry and barbeque mixes. That’s not all; you can get everything from beans, rice and nuts to coconut oil, dried fruit and incense sticks. All products are free of additives.
Where is Atlas Trading Spice Emporium?
94 Wale Street, Bo-Kaap, Cape Town
Bay Harbour Market is a great place to visit for a day of fun with the whole family. The popular market in Hout Bay is a unique shopping and eating destination that celebrates the vibrant and diverse creativity of Cape Town’s artists and artisans.
Where is Bay Harbour Market?
31 Harbour Rd, Hout Bay, Cape Town
Beerhouse is a trendy bar on Long Street that offers the largest choice of bottled beers in Cape Town. Beerhouse is painted bright yellow so it’s easy to recognise. The pub sells a minimum of 99 bottled beers from 13 different countries and 26 beers on tap. Beerhouse represents the finest micro-breweries and started a ‘Beer Revolution’ in the Cape.
Where is Beerhouse on Long Street?
223 Long Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel lies in the shadow of the mighty Table Mountain and is one of the oldest and most luxurious hotels in Cape Town. It’s famous among globe-trotting foodies for its fine-dining experiences and decadent High Teas at the Lord Nelson Restaurant.
Where is Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel?
76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town
Blaauwberg Nature Reserve is one of the few viewpoints in the world where you can see two proclaimed Word Heritage Sites, namely Table Mountain and Robben Island. It was established to conserve the critically-endangered fauna and flora in the area. It’s a popular place to visit for picnics, barbeques and long nature walks.
Where is Blaauwberg Nature Reserve?
30 kilometres north-west of Cape Town on the West Coast Way Route.
Bloubergstrand is a large residential suburb that is famous for its beautiful beach, vibey seaside seafood restaurants and postcard-perfect view of Table Mountain and Robben Island. It’s the ‘Windsurfing Capital of South Africa’ and hugely popular with wind surfers and kite surfers.
The most popular restaurant at Bloubergstrand is the Blue Peter which is famous for its delicious seafood, pizzas and burgers as well as for sundowner drinks after a day on the beach.
Where is Bloubergstrand?
Located 20 kilometres from Cape Town on the West Coast Way Route.
Bo-Kaap Museum is a unique experience that provides visitors with fascinating insight into the history of the Cape Malay community that live at the foot of Signal Hill on the edges of Cape Town City Bowl. The neighbourhood is renowned for its brightly-coloured homes, quaint cobbled streets and vibrant community.
Bo-Kaap was formerly known as the Malay Quarter and dates back to the 1760s when slaves from Malaysia, Indonesia and the rest of Africa were accommodated in rudimentary homes built for them by the Dutch East Indian Company. The slaves were brought to Cape Town to build the city.
Bo-Kaap Museum is located in one of the oldest buildings in the Bo-Kaap village and dates back to the early 1760s. A black-and-white photographic display provides visitors with insight into the lifestyle of a prosperous 19th-centry Cape Muslim family and the Islamic religion.
Where is Bo-Kaap?
71 Wale Street, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town City Bowl
Bo-Kaap is a trendy tourist destination located in the heart of the historic village of Bo-Kaap. The area is rich in history and the bazaar is as colourful as the homes on the vibrant streets. Bo-Kaap Bazaar is a unique shopping experience offering everything from local handcrafted goods to designer clothing, shoes and ostrich leather handbags. It’s the best place for coffee and delicious toasted sandwich when exploring Bo-Kaap.
Where is Bo-Kaap Bazaar?
94 Wale Street, Bo-Kaap, Cape Town City Bowl
Boulders Beach is a picturesque beach located just past Simon’s Town on the road to Cape Point. It’s most famous for being home to the largest colony of African penguins in the world who wander freely in the protected sanctuary. Access to the beach is strictly controlled to protect Boulders’ famous residents.
For a small entry fee, you can wander along wheelchair-friendly wooden boardwalks to a viewing platform to see these quirky creatures nesting in the craggy vegetation or swimming in the bay. Otherwise, enjoy a wonderful day on the spotless beach which is named after the massive granite boulders that shelter the cove from currents and large waves.
Where is Boulders Beach?
Located 2 kilometres from Simons Town, off Kleintuin Road.
By day, Bree Street is a busy shopping destination and by night, is one of the most vibrant and festive places to visit for a night on the town. You can buy anything at the street markets, from handmade jewelry and leather goods to international clothing brands and décor pieces.
The sidewalk cafés and trendy restaurants are popular for early morning breakfasts and long lunches and where the busy corporate people come to unwind at the end of the day.
Where is Bree Street?
Bree Street runs parallel to Buitengracht and Loop Street in Cape Town City Bowl.
Canal Walk Shopping Centre is a mega shopping centre that boasts a wide range of international and local retail outlets as well as a massive movie and entertainment centre, food court and a selection of excellent restaurants. It’s located close to Ratanga Junction Theme Park.
Where is Canal Walk Shopping Centre?
Century Boulevard, Century City, Cape Town
Cape of Good Hope is a rocky headland on the Atlantic coast of the Cape Peninsula in South Africa. The protected nature reserve falls within the Table Mountain National park which extends from Signal Hill in the north to Cape Point in the south. Cape Point is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve is world-renowned for its rich diversity of plant species and forms part of the Cape Floral Kingdom. It’s home to an array of animals including the endangered Cape mountain zebra and some 250 bird species. There are a few picnic spots where you can spend the day relaxing or take a leisurely walk on one of the many footpaths to the scenic tidal pools and isolated beaches.
Where is Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve?
Cape Point Rd, Cape Peninsula
On a tour of the Cape Peninsula, you can take the Flying Dutchman Funicular to the top of the hill at Cape Point. The railway line runs from a lower station at the Cape Point car park, up a steep incline through dense fynbos to the upper lighthouse.
The Cape Point funicular leaves the lower station every 3 minutes and whisks up to 450 visitors to the top per hour. You can walk to the top of Cape Point but it’s much more fun to take the funicular. The Flying Dutchman Funicular is the only commercial funicular of its type in Africa and is named after the local legend of the Flying Dutchman ghost ship.
Where is the Cape Point Flying Dutchman Funicular?
Table Mountain National Park, Cape Point, Main Road, Cape of Good Hope, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
Cape Point Ostrich Farm is a family-run ostrich farm that offers guided tours around the working farm and an opportunity to interact with the largest flightless bird in the world. Stop for breakfast or lunch at the farm restaurant and pop into their shop to buy ostrich leather goods. This includes handbags, shoes, wallets, belts and decorative ostrich eggs.
Where is Cape Point Ostrich Farm?
Plateau Road, Cape Peninsula, Cape Town
Thursday is Market Day at the award-winning Cape Point Vineyards. Located in the picturesque valley of Noordhoek with incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Point Vineyards is one of the finest wine estates in Cape Town. Pop into the estate restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or enjoy a relaxed picnic on the grounds and wine tasting.
Where is Cape Point Vineyards?
Silvermine Road, Noordhoek, Cape Town
The Cape Quarter is a trendy shopping and restaurant destination located in the heart of the historic De Waterkant district on the edges of Green Point. You’ll find a wide selection of stylish retail shops, designer fashion stores, health and beauty businesses, jewelry stores and art galleries as well as trendy restaurants and one of the best Spar supermarkets in South Africa. A feature of the Cape Quarter is the cobbled central piazza.
Where is The Cape Quarter?
27 Somerset Road, Green Point, Cape Town
If you don’t attend a sports or music event at the Cape Town Stadium, at least drive past to see this incredible engineering masterpiece. The Cape Town Stadium has capacity for up to 55 000 people and was built to host games for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
The iconic landmark offers world-class facilities for arts, sports, music and milestone events. Book a guided tour of the Cape Town Stadium for a behind-the-scenes look at its facilities.
Where is the Cape Town Stadium?
Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Green Point, Cape Town
The Castle of Good Hope is an iconic landmark in the Cape Town City Bowl. Built by the Dutch East India Company between 1666 and 1679, it’s an historic fort that was declared a national monument in 1936.
It’s the oldest existing colonial building in South Africa and was built using rock cut from a granite outcrop on Signal Hill and blue slate and shells from Robben Island. It was built by soldiers, volunteers, slaves and Khoi San who were punished for misdeeds. Book a guided tour of the Castle of Good Hope.
Where is the Castle of Good Hope?
Corner of Darling Street and Buitenkant Street, Cape Town
Lousy weather in Cape Town? No problem. Take your kids to V&A Waterfront for a game of Cave Golf. This popular attraction is located near the Two Ocean Aquarium and is an 18-hole mini-golf course that is challenging for both beginner golfers and regular golfers.
If you’re in the Southern Peninsula, you can play Cave Golf at the Scratch Patch & Mineral World in Simon’s Town. This mini course is longer and more spacious. It meanders around the Scratch Patch and through a series of underground rock features. One section is lit only by UV light.
Where is Cave Golf?
Scratch Patch & Mineral World
V&A Waterfront, Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town
Dido Valley Road, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
Shop until you drop at Cavendish Square. It’s an award-winning shopping destination located in the heart of the southern suburbs of Cape Town and offers visitors a wide range of international and local retail outlets, boutique fashion stores, jewelry stores, large supermarkets and health and beauty outlets as well as trendy restaurants, delis and coffee shops and a massive entertainment and movie complex.
Where is Cavendish Square?
1 Dreyer Street, Claremont, Cape Town
Chapman’s Peak Drive is possibly one of the most beautiful and dramatic mountain passes in Africa. It links the seaside suburbs of the Atlantic Seaboard with the Cape Point vineyards and coastal towns of False Bay. The Cape Peninsula mountains tower above the winding mountain pass and steep cliffs plunge down into the icy Atlantic Ocean below. The 9-kilometre route was constructed during the First World War.
Where is Chapman’s Peak Drive?
Coastal route over the mountain pass that separate Hout Bay and Noordhoek in the Cape Peninsula.
For a decadent treat of delicious pastries and biscuits, pop into Charly’s Bakery in Zonnebloem on your way to the V&A Waterfront or if you’re doing a tour of District Six. Charly’s Bakery is a family-run business that specialises in “mucking afazing” designer cakes for all occasions as well as a fun and bright range of cupcakes, petit fours, macaroons, cookies and any other yummy treat you can think of.
Where is Charly’s Bakery?
38 Canterbury Street, Zonnebloem, Cape Town
City Rock is an indoor climbing gym that is fun for the whole family. It offers an array of obstacles, training and rented gear for high-wall climbing. Each climbing wall is different and offers visitors both physically and mentally challenging exercise for children, novice and experienced rock wall climbers. Climbing facilities at CityROCK include a large bouldering area and high walls for roped climbing.
Where is City Rock?
9 Milner Street, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town
For a great family outing in Cape Town and something to do to express your creative spirit, spend some time at the Clay Café in Hout Bay. You can design and paint your own plate, bowl or ornament and wait 10-working days or you can simply choose your favourite item off the shelf from a vast array of unfired bisque (pre-made raw pottery pieces) and paint it. Your clay pieces are fired on the premises and you can collect them a few days later when they are ready.
Where is Clay Café?
4080 Main Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town
Clay Pigeon Adventures is an experience-company that offer clay shooting experiences at their private shooting range or at Lourensford Wine Estate and Wild Clover Estate. Expert instructors convert first-timers to well-trained, straight-aim clay pigeon shooters.
Where is Clay Pigeon Adventures?
Contact Clay Pigeon Adventures to book a teen party or corporate function: +27 (0)76 349 2866
Clifton is one of the most popular seaside suburbs on the Atlantic Seaboard and is famous for its Blue Flag beaches. The four magnificent beaches in Clifton are easy to access from the main coastal road and are separated by outcrops of granite rock. 1st, 2nd and 3rd beach are less crowded and more popular with the local residents. 4th beach is the most popular beach in Clifton.
The beaches of Clifton were awarded Blue Flag Status because they are not only some of the most beautiful in South Africa but also because the management and safety at the beaches is maintained at the highest level.
Where is Clifton?
Located on Victoria Road on the Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town
Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the Company Gardens which is the oldest garden in South Africa and a national heritage site. Located in the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl, the beautiful gardens create a magical green belt in the built-up urban area.
The Company Gardens were established by the Dutch East India Company in the 1650s to provide fresh produce for the settlement as well as passing ships. Features at the garden park include the oldest cultivated pear tree in South Africa, Dellville Wood Memorial Garden, a herb and succulent garden, an aviary and historic statues. The Company’s Garden Restaurant is a lovely place to get a drink and bite to eat.
Where are the Company Gardens?
15 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
For a day of thrills and high-adrenalin adventure, make your way to Cool Runnings Toboggan Family Park. Hurtle down a half pipe in a bobsled and fly through the twists and curves as you race along the 1.25 kilometre track. It was the first downhill tobogganing track built in Africa and boasts and intricate course of steel tracks and high quality bobsleds.
There’s a café at the Cool Runnings Toboggan Family Park where you can buy sausage rolls, burgers and pizza and there’s a bar for adults. Children under the age of 3 years are not allowed to toboggan at Cool Runnings Family Park.
Where is Cool Runnings Toboggan Family Park?
Carl Cronje Drive, Tygervalley, Cape Town
There are 11 amazing tidal pools in Cape Town that are serene swimming spots for the young and old. Two favourites are Dalebrook and Wooley’s in Kalk Bay. These serene tidal pools lie nestled between St James and Kalk Bay on the coastal road that runs from Cape Point to Muizenberg.
The tidal pools are constantly filled with fresh sea water and protected from the currents and waves by a low wall. There is an outdoor shower and changing room on the secluded beach cove.
Where are Dalebrook and Wooley’s tidal pools?
Main Road, Dalebrook, Kalk Bay (access the pools via a staircase that goes under the railway line)
De Waterkant is a village that falls within Green Point. It’s one of the trendiest areas to visit in Cape Town and renowned for its quaint historic buildings, fashionable retail outlets and vibey restaurants and night life.
The architectural style of De Waterkant Village is a mixture of Cape Dutch and Georgian. It’s one of the oldest residential areas in Cape Town and is rich in history. De Waterkant earned itself the nickname as the ‘Pink District’ because it became the hip-and-happening place for the gay community.
De Waterkant is known for its vibrant nightlife. You’ll find a wide choice of bars and nightclubs in the village as well as excellent restaurants and coffee bars.
Where is De Waterkant?
De Waterkant Village is located in Green Point between Table Mountain, Cape Town central business district, the V&A Waterfront and within easy walking distance to the Cape Town Stadium.
District Six Museum is located in a former inner-city residential area in an old Methodist Church. It was established in 1994 as a memorial to the 60 000 inhabitants who were forcibly removed from the district during the brutal apartheid era in South Africa.
The floor of the museum is covered with a big map of District Six and has hand-written notes from the former inhabitants to indicate where their houses were located. You’ll also find a collection of apartheid memorabilia and photographic exhibits about the demolition of the village.
Where is District Six Museum?
25A Buitenkant Street, Zonnebloem, Cape Town
For a fun but icy experience, book a seal diving experience to Duiker Island with a reputable operator. Also known as Seal Island, this 77×95-metre island is home to a large colony of Cape fur seals and an array of marine birds.
A popular seal diving tour takes you from Mariner’s Wharf in Hout Bay Harbour to the island where you can jump in and get up close and personal to the quirky and friendly seals. No diving experience is needed. Training and scuba diving gear is provided.
Where is Duiker Island?
Duiker Island is an island off Hout Bay in the Cape Peninsula
GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World is the largest entertainment destination of its kind in South Africa and the only Las Vegas-style casino in Cape Town. If offers visitors around-the-clock entertainment which includes a wide choice of restaurants, clubs, family food outlets, an arcaded centre, an Olympic-size ice-skating rink, ten-pin bowling and a movie house.
The casino itself boasts 2 563 smart-card slot machines and about 80 premium table games that are open to play 24-hours/7-days a week.
Where is GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World?
1 Jakes Gerwel Drive, Goodwood, Cape Town
Greenmarket Square is located in the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl and is home to one of the oldest street market in South Africa. The historic cobbled square dates back to 1696 in the year the first Burgher Watch House was built. The Watch House was replaced by the Old Town House in 1761 which functioned as Cape Town’s City Hall.
You’ll find a selection of clothing, jewelry, sandals, crafts and handmade goods at unbeatable prices as well as a few reputable art galleries. Greenmarket Square is bordered by a collection of excellent restaurants and trendy cafes and attracts a vibrant crowd from all walks of life.
Where is Greenmarket Square?
Burg Street and Longmarket Street, Cape Town City Bowl
Groot Constantia is an iconic tourist destination in Cape Town that is a provincial heritage site. Established in 1685, Groot Constantia is the oldest wine estate in South Africa. The grounds were bequeathed to Simon van der Stel who was the VOC Governor of the Cape of Good Hope. He built a house and used the land to produce quality wine as well as grow tropical fruit and vegetables.
Today, the manor house at Groot Constantia is part of the South African Cultural History Museum. Other estates joined Groot Constantia to form the beautiful Constantia Wine Route. These include estates such as Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, Constantia Uitsig, Steenberg, Constantia Glen, Eagles Nest and High Constantia. Explore the historic wine estate on a cellar tour and a self-guided vineyard walk.
Where is Groot Constantia?
Groot Constantia Road, Constantia, Cape Town
Gun Fun is an indoor shooting range located in the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl. It’s a great place to experience the adrenalin of shooting real firearms in a safe and controlled environment. Children need to be 12 years and older to join in the shooting fun and visitors 21 years and younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Where is Gun Fun?
57 Hout Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
Harfield Village is a quaint village renowned for its Chelsea-style Victoria & Edward cottages and tree-lined avenues. It’s become a vibey social hub with a fine selection of restaurants, art galleries and trendy boutique shops on 2nd Avenue.
There are four well-maintained parks in the area which come alive regularly with jazz festivals, country markets and music concerts.
Where is Harfield Village?
Suburb in Southern Peninsula that lies between Kenilworth and Claremont.
Pack a picnic and head to Helderberg Nature Reserve for a gorgeous outing in nature. This serene and picturesque nature reserve is located in Somerset West on the southern slopes of the Helderberg Mountains, reaching up as far as the cliff faces and the peaks above the Reserve. Helderberg Nature Reserve is managed by CapeNature.
There are eight walking trails in Helderberg Nature Reserve, including the Brown Route and Baboon Traverse which are not circular routes. If you’re not feeling that energetic, relax at the picnic site and enjoy quality time with your family.
Where is Helderberg Nature Reserve?
Verster Avenue, Helderberg Nature Reserve, Somerset West, Cape Town
The Houses of Parliament are the foothills of Table Mountain in the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl. The historic complex consists of three main buildings of which the newer building currently houses the National Assembly (the lower house of Parliament) and the original building houses the National Council of Provinces (the upper house of Parliament).
Queen Victoria granted permission for the establishment of a parliament in the Cape Colony in 1853. The original parliament building was designed in a Neoclassical style which incorporated features of Cape Dutch architecture. An extension was commissioned in the 1920s which was designed by the legendary Sir Herbert Baker.
Where are the Houses of Parliament?
Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
Mariner’s Wharf is a hugely popular tourist destination found at the famous Hout Bay Harbour. Hout Bay is a vibey seaside village located on the magnificent coastal drive from Cape Town City Bowl to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point. Built in the 1980s, Mariner’s Wharf is always a hive of activity with a great selection of restaurants, shops and a well-known weekend market.
Book a boat cruise or seal diving experience that departs from Mariner’s Wharf, join the local residents for a run on the beach, swim in the bay or enjoy a delicious plate of fish and chips while hanging out with the resident Cape fur seals.
Where is Hout Bay Mariner’s Wharf?
Harbour Road, Hout Bay Harbour, Cape Town
Imhoff Equestrian Centre is based in the beautiful coastal village of Noordhoek and offers horse-riding enthusiasts wonderful rides through the countryside and a 2-hour guided beach ride on Noordhoek beach. The views of the glistening Atlantic Ocean and surrounding mountain range are spectacular and the freedom to ride wild and free in incredible natural surrounds is a wonderful experience.
Riders must be 12 years and older to join an out-ride. Imhoff Equestrian Centre caters for all levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Bookings are essential.
Where is Imhoff Equestrian Centre?
Kommetjie Road, Kommetjie, Cape Town
The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome is one of the most fascinating places to visit while on holiday in Cape Town. It’s one of the most advanced digital planetarium in the world and offers a magical mix of art, science and entertainment. Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory edutainment environment and learn more about the world’s greatest scientific discoveries that are showcased with cutting-edge digital technology.
The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome takes visitors on a magical virtual voyage of the universe and provides an unparalleled experience of animation and 360°-degree cinematography. It explains everything from the inner workings of the human body to the intricacies of an atomic structure. It’s the ultimate in armchair space travel.
Shows are held daily from Monday to Friday at 14h00; Tuesday evening show at 20h00 and Saturday and Sunday shows at 12h00, 13h00 and 14h30. There’s a nominal entry fee.
Where is Iziko Planetarium?
25 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town City Bowl
Iziko South African Museum houses more than 1.5 million specimens of scientific importance. The collections range from fossils that are almost 700-million years old to insects and fish caught recently. Founded in 1825, scientists have been adding to the scientific collections for nearly 200 years and have amassed far more than what you see in the museum.
The South African Museum moved to its present building in the historic Company’s Garden in 1897 and millions of visitors have wandered is halls and corridors since then. Iziko South African Museum exists to preserve and showcase the biological and cultural diversity of South Africa’s natural wonders.
Where is Iziko South African Museum?
25 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town
Iziko South African National Gallery is South Africa’s premier art museum which houses outstanding collections of South African, African, British, French, Dutch and Flemish art. It’s located in Gardens in the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl and is managed by the Department of Arts and Culture.
The art museum has a collection of permanent exhibitions as well as temporary visiting exhibitions. It’s a visual feast of paintings, works on paper, photography, sculpture, beadwork, textiles and architecture.
Where is the South African National Gallery?
Government Avenue, Gardens, Cape Town
Jubilee Square is located in the heart of Simon’s Town which is home to the historic naval base of the South African Navy. It’s one of the oldest towns in South Africa and renowned for its rich maritime history. Today, it’s the central hub of False Bay and is a popular stopover on a full-day Cape Peninsula tour. It’s conveniently located to Simon’s Town Heritage Mile and Boulders Beach.
Look out for the statue of Just Nuisance at Jubilee Square which stands in honour of the famous Great Dane who was enlisted as Able Seaman of the Royal Navy at the start of World War II.
Where is Jubilee Square?
St George’s Street, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
Kalk Bay Theatre is a 78-seater theatre located on the bustling main road of Kalk Bay. The building is a heritage-protected building that was built in 1876 and lovingly converted into an intimate theatre that hosts a fine selection of local productions. There’s a quaint bar on the property that serves drinks and light meals before and after the shows.
A night out at the theatre is just one of the many things to do in Kalk Bay. The coastal town is a hive of activity with an interesting collection of quirky seaside shops, beach and harbour restaurants, art galleries and beautiful residential homes.
Where is Kalk Bay Theatre?
52 Main Road, Kalk Bay, Cape Town
For tasty fish and chips and a festive vibe, you have to visit Kalky’s in the Kalk Bay Harbour. Splash out on a Kalky’s platter of prawns, hake, calamari, rice and chips or stick to Kalky’s famous deep-fried hake with chips. You’ll love the banter and jubilant atmosphere of the fisher folk.
Take a stroll along the harbour pier and walk off your lunch browsing the galleries, bric-a-bac and unique fashion shops that line the main road. Grab a coffee or soft-serve ice-cream, depending on the weather.
Where is Kalky’s?
Kalk Bay Harbour, Kalk Bay, Cape Town
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens is internationally-acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world. The 528-hectare estate lies nestled at the eastern foot of Table Mountain and is one of ten National Botanical Gardens in South Africa.
Kirstenbosch showcases five of the six different biomes that exist in South Africa and includes both a cultivated garden and wild nature reserve.
Where is Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens?
Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town
Mojo Market is an exciting culinary and cultural destination located in the heart of Sea Point. The urban street market was launched in 2017 and has become the must-visit destination in Cape Town for foodie lovers. You’ll find a selection of over 30 eateries serving different cuisine from around the world as well as unique clothing stalls and a vibrant lifestyle market.
Mojo Market also hosts televised live music and sports events and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Where is Mojo Market?
30 Regent Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
The Museum of Gems and Jewellery at Prins & Prins showcases the history of South Africa’s diamond and gemstone heritage. It takes you on a fascinating journey from how diamonds were formed over 3 billion years ago to where you find them in exquisite jewelry pieces today. This intimate museum appeals to gem enthusiasts and lovers of all things that glitter.
Where is Museum of Gems & Jewellery?
66 Loop Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
Newlands Cricket Stadium is one of the world’s most beautiful cricket stadiums with Table Mountain and Devil’s Peak creating the perfect backdrop. The stadium is home to Western Cape Cricket and the Cape Cobras. The cricket grounds were established in 1888 and have hosted some of the greatest games and players in the world. See your cricket heroes in action in a live game or book a guided tour of the stadium.
Where is Newlands Cricket Stadium?
146 Campground Road, Newlands, Cape Town
Newlands Forest is an iconic greenbelt that lies at the foot of Table Mountain in the suburb of Newlands. It runs from University of Cape Town to the famous Kirstenbosch Gardens and is a much-loved weekend destination for local hikers, nature lovers, picnickers and dog walkers.
Hikers or strollers have a choice of four unique trails that wind their way up the mountain. They range from easy to moderate walks and offer vantage points with panoramic views of Cape Town. Dogs are welcome at Newlands Forest but owners are required to carry a permit with them.
Bring you own picnic basket and enjoy a leisurely afternoon under the trees at the designated braai and picnic spots. The barbeque and picnic areas are open between 8am and 6pm on weekends and public holidays in the summer months (October to April). Entry to Newlands Forest is free but there is a small charge to use the public picnic areas.
Where is Newlands Forest?
Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town
Noordhoek Farm Village is one of the friendliest, relaxed and most comforting places to spend the morning or afternoon if you find yourself on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula. Noordhoek is located at the end of the winding Chapman’s Peak Drive and is the food hub of the South Peninsula.
There is a selection of excellent family-friendly restaurants, a popular pub which is a local hangout and an array of eateries and delis. You’ll find artisan breads freshly baked daily, handcrafted ice-cream, a coffee roastery, raw juice bar, a fine-dining restaurant, the village pub, a sushi bar, health and wellness outlets, a tack shop for avid horseman and the luxury De Noordhoek Hotel.
The weekly Village Market at Noordhoek Farm Village is open on Wednesdays between 4pm and 8pm.
Where is Noordhoek Farm Village?
Corner of Village Lane and Noordhoek Main Road, Noordhoek, Cape Town
If you’re a lover of the arts, make your way to Norval Foundation which is the centre for art and cultural expression in Cape Town. Norval Foundation is dedicated to the research and exhibition of 20th– and 21st-century visual art in southern Africa. Positioned in the beautiful Steenberg valley at the foothills of the Table Mountain National Park, the foundation’s aim is to combine the experience of art with an appreciation for nature.
Artistic features include the Sculpture Garden, an outdoor amphitheatre, purpose-built exhibition spaces and an extensive research library. On a visit, you can enjoy drinks and a meal at the Skotnes Restaurant & Bar and there’s a children’s playground to keep youngsters entertained while you browse through the exhibition.
The Norval Foundation is the custodian of the Gerard Sekoto Foundation, the Edoardo Villa Estate Collection and the Alexis Preller Archive.
Where is Norval Foundation?
4 Steenberg Road, Steenberg Estate, Cape Town
When the weather is bright and sunny and the wind’s not pumping, the best place to be in Cape Town is at Oudekraal. This picture-perfect sandy cove has over 40 braai (barbeque) sites so bring family and friends for a great outing at the beach. Oudekraal is tucked away between the huge boulders that separate Llandudno from Camp’s Bay.
Where is Oudekraal?
A sandy cove nestled between Llandudno and Camp’s Bay, Cape Peninsula
Come rain, sun or snow; the Oranjezicht City Farm (OZCF) Market is held every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday at the historic Granger Bay site at the V&A Waterfront, located at the Cape Town Harbour. It’s a community farmers-style market that supports local farmers and artisan food producers.
You can do your weekend shop at the market for a choice of outstanding fresh, organic produce, buy cooked or raw meals for an evening dinner or you can stock up on edible plants and seedlings, compost and gardening supplies and equipment.
The OZCF Market is open every: (all weather)
Saturday 8h15 to 14h00
Sunday 9h00 to 15h00
Wednesday 15h00 to 20h00
Where is the Oranjezicht City Farm Market?
Granger Bay Boulevard, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
Rooftop restaurants and bars are all the rage in Cape Town City Bowl and Pier Place is one of the trendiest on the Foreshore. The extended outdoor balcony is beautifully bedecked with floral pergolas and there’s a stunning seating platform, a container bar and stage for live performances.
Pier Place can be hired exclusively for a private party or you can visit Pier Place for a romantic evening or a quiet drinks with friends. The décor is trendy and funky and the view of the city is spectacular.
Where is Pier Place?
Heerengracht Street, Foreshore, Cape Town
For a day jam-packed with thrills, spills and adrenalin-pumping rides, visit Cape Town’s famous theme park. Ratanga Junction Theme Park is one of the main attractions in Cape Town and an easy 10-minute drive from the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl.
Visitors have a choice of over 30 attractions, including 23 rides that cater for children and adults. You can opt for the daredevil full-loop rollercoaster rides which includes the 32-metre high Cobra ride or take yourself off for a leisurely boat or train ride around the 20-hectare theme park. Pop into Ratanga Junction’s restaurant for refreshments and a bite to eat before making your way to the snake and bird show.
Ratanga Junction is only open during the busy tourist season between December and January.
Where is Ratanga Junction?
Cape Theme Park, Century Boulevard, Century City, Cape Town
Pop into Rhodes Memorial Restaurant & Tea Garden for a selection of delicious meals and treats and enjoy a panoramic view of the Mother City. Rhodes Memorial is situated on the northern slope of Table Mountain and the restaurant and tea garden is nestled in a lush grove of trees behind the famous Rhodes Memorial which was built in remembrance of Cecil John Rhodes who contributed greatly to the formation of the sub-continent of Africa.
The restaurant is run out of a charming historic cottage and offers a menu that changes with the season. Enjoy ostrich bobotie, Cape Malay-style curries and Glühwein on cold winter days around a roaring log fire or summer-style dishes made with the freshest ingredients on lovely hot days. A highlight of a trip to Rhodes Memorial Restaurant & Tea Garden is the decadent choice of delicious cakes and desserts.
Rhodes Memorial Restaurant & Tea Garden is open 7-days a week from 9h00 to 17h00.
Where is Rhodes Memorial?
Rhodes Avenue, Devil’s Peak, Cape Town
Robben Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and most famous for where the great Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in incarceration. Daily tours leave Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront and includes a scenic ferry trip to the island and a guided tour of the living museum by a former political prisoner. You gain unique and incomparable insights into the history of the island and the unbearable conditions political prisoners endured while imprisoned on the island.
Robben Island Museum is open 7-days a week between 8h00 and 17h00. Check the opening/closing times for public holidays.
Where is Robben Island?
Robben Island is an island in Table Bay, located 7 kilometres west of the coast of Bloubergstrand, Cape Town.
Royal Cape Golf Club is the oldest golf club in South Africa and one of the most prestigious. It’s an exceptionally beautiful course that lies in the shadow of Table Mountain. It hosts the Cape Town Open and has hosted 10 previous South African Open Championships.
Established in 1885, Royal Cape Golf Club has stood the test of time and has managed to maintain its exceptional heritage while modernising the golfing experience. The Par 72 parklands-style course is relatively flat terrain which makes it an easy course to walk. Royal Cape Golf Course caters for all levels of golfers.
Where is Royal Cape Golf Club?
174 Ottery Road, Wynberg, Cape Town
Rush Indoor Trampoline Park is fun for the whole family and the perfect place on a cold, wet Cape Town day to take your kids to burn off some energy. There are 1 700-square meters of interconnected trampolines as well as dodge courts, a huge cube foam pit, hydraulic slam-dunk basket hoops and a battle beam.
Parents can enjoy home-baked goods and freshly-brewed coffee at the café which also offers free Wi-Fi.
Rush Indoor Trampoline Park is open from:
Where is Rush Indoor Trampoline Park?
25 Stegman Road, Claremont, Cape Town
There are hundreds of great restaurants in Cape Town but Salty Sea Dog in Simon’s Town is definitely worth a mention. Salty Sea Dog is famous for its tasty fish and chips and local people travel from far to get their ‘vis and slap chip’ fix. The restaurant is small but perfectly positioned in the heart of Simon’s Town Harbour and offers visitors a panoramic view of False Bay.
Where is Salty Sea Dog?
2 Wharf Street, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
If you like to bare it all and go au naturel, Sandy Bay is the place to go. Sandy Bay is the unofficial nudist beach in Cape Town and popular with both locals and tourists. It’s hard to reach which keeps the crowds away and the setting is gorgeous and tranquil. It’s also a good surfing beach.
Where is Sandy Bay?
Sandy Bay is located at the southern end of Llandudno in the Cape Peninsula. It’s a 20-minute walk from the main beach to Sandy Bay.
Escape the busy holiday crowds and find a quiet spot at Saunders Beach. Situated in Bantry Bay on the Atlantic Seaboard, Saunders Beach is a hidden gem. The tidal pool is safe for swimming and there are shower and ablution facilities at the bay. Pack a picnic and make a day of it at Saunders Beach.
Where is Saunders Beach Tidal Pool?
Beach Road, Bantry Bay, Cape Town
Something fun for the kids to do in Cape Town on a trip to Simon’s Town. The famous scratch patch at the centre is loads of fun. Buy your kids a bag and they can jump into the gemstone pit and start scratching for their favourite tumble-polished gemstones. Thousands of polished stones cover the floor and kids spend hours finding their best gemstones.
For adults, you’ll find a range of gemstones at Scratch Patch from inexpensive items to genuine collectors’ items and investment gems such as a tiger’s eye, rose quartz, amethyst, jasper, agates and crystal. Southern Africa is the “Gemstone Capital of the World” as almost half of the world’s gemstones are found in this part of the world.
Where is Scratch Patch?
Dido Valley Road, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
Sea Point Promenade is a 11-kilometre paved seaside contour path that runs the length of Mouille Point and Sea Point. It’s hugely popular with joggers, dog walkers, strollers and families who come to the promenade for fresh air, exercise and spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Sea Point beach itself is not suitable for swimming mainly because the surf is rough and the water is icy. You can still have fun on the beach sun tanning and picnicking in the sandy coves and kids playing in the protected rock pools. An Olympic-size swimming pool located on the Sea Point Promenade is the best place to swim on a holiday in Sea Point.
You have the choice of excellent seaside restaurants and coffee shops on the beachfront and you can walk to the nearby lighthouse which is one of the oldest in South Africa.
Where is Sea Point Promenade?
Main Road, Sea Point, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town
The Sea Point Swimming Pool is a public swimming pool located on the Sea Point Promenade. It juts out into the Atlantic Ocean and offers visitors the most incredible views, particularly in the evenings when the sun sets.
The facility has been extensively upgraded and incorporates an Olympic-sized swimming pool, 2 splash pools for children and a fully-equipped springboard diving pool as well as changing facilities, showers and ablution facilities.
The pools aren’t heated but the facility is open throughout the year. It can accommodate up to 1 300 people at a time and gets really packed in the hot, summer holiday season.
Where is the Sea Point swimming pool?
Main Road, Sea Point, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town
Signal Hill is a landmark flat-topped hill located in the heart of the Cape Town City Bowl. It offers visitors a magnificent view over the city, the Cape Harbour and glistening Atlantic Ocean with Robben Island and Bloubergstrand in the distance.
The historic hill runs from Lion’s Head out towards the V&A Waterfront and Sea Point. The hill got its name because it was an important site used for habour defenses as well as observation and communication. Signalman positioned on the high hill surveyed the ocean for ships heading into the harbor and communicated with them using a series of flag signals.
Signal Hill is a launch site for paragliding but the most popular thing to do on Signal Hill is the nature walk to the top. It takes about 90 minutes to wind your way from Bo-Kaap towards Lion’s Head and then the trail curves around to give you brilliant views of Bantry Bay and Camps Bay.
Where is Signal Hill?
Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town
At mid-day, you’ll hear the booming bang of the Noon Gun at Signal Hill that often takes even the most seasoned Capetonians by surprise. Two cannon guns positioned at the South African Navy’s Lion Battery on Signal Hill are loaded daily with 1.5 kgs of gunpowder. A cannon master raises a flag and tells the story of the gun and history to visiting tourists. At noon precisely, the gun is fired. Two guns are loaded in case one misfires.
The cannons on Signal Hill are the oldest guns in the world that are still in use. The first time the Signal Hill Noon Gun was fired was in 1806 and the traditional has survived colonial occupation, world wars and apartheid. Arrive at the site of the Signal Hill Noon Gun at about 11h30 any day of the week to witness the loading and firing of the cannons.
Where is the Signal Hill Noon Gun?
Signal Hill, Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town
What is known as the Historic Mile is a stretch of road that is a feature of the seaside town of Simon’s Town. Simon’s Town is an historic naval town that is situated on the scenic route between Cape Town City Bowl and the world-famous Cape Point Nature Reserve on the shores of False Bay.
The town was occupied by French, British and Dutch settlers who sought refuge in the still bay during violent storms. It’s rich in history and Simon’s Town Historic Mile retains much of its original character with old heritage buildings that are now national treasures.
Places to visit in Sea Point include the South African Naval Museum, Warrior Toy Museum and Collector’s Shop, a mosque that dates back to 1926, Admiralty House, Studland which is a tavern built in 1897 and Bayview House that dates back to 1803.
Where is Simon’s Town Historic Mile?
Main Road, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
For the best nightlife in Cape Town, visit the Sky Bar on the top of The Grand Daddy Hotel located in De Waterkant, close to the V&A Waterfront. Grab a bite to eat from the food truck in the foyer before you head up to the top floor.
Sky Bar shares its space with a rooftop airstream trailer park which has seven vintage Airstream trailers that were brought across from America, and the Pink Flamingo Rooftop Cinema which plays classic movies under the starlit sky.
For a heady flavour bomb, try Sky Bar’s famous tipple which is the Trailer Park Happiness. It’s a gin and vodka-based cocktail with raspberry puree, fresh lemon juice and lemonade or soda water.
Where is Sky Bar?
49 Napier Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town
Book a guided tour to Slangkoppunt Lighthouse which is located in Kommetjie on the beautiful Cape Peninsula. It’s the tallest cast-iron lighthouse in South Africa and the view from the top is worth the climb. An internal spiral staircase take you 30 metres (100 feet) from the bottom to the balcony at the top of Slangkoppunt Lighthouse.
Where is Slangkoppunt Lighthouse?
Lighthouse Road, Kommetjie, Cape Peninsula
Snoekies is an institution in Cape Town and renowned for its delicious fish and chips. The authentic fish and chips shop is located at the far end of Hout Bay Harbour and has been around since 1951. The original Snoekies was a converted bus owned by Hans Mickeleit who sold fish and chips using the fresh catch of the day from the historic harbour.
The secret of Snoekies was Hans’ art of smoking fish. The light, crispy-golden battered hake and freshly-cut chips are still made with the same love and dedication as it was when Hans and his wife ran the harbour take-away café.
Where is Snoekies?
26 Harbour Road, Hout Bay Harbour, Hout Bay, Cape Town
If you have an interest in astronomy, don’t miss the opportunity to visit the South African Astronomical Observatory located in Observatory. Established in 1972, it’s the national centre of optical and infrared astronomy in South Africa and is run by the National Research Foundation of South Africa.
The observatory’s main function is to conduct research in astronomy and astrophysics. Take a guided tour of the centre and learn more about this fascinating subject.
Where is the South African Astronomical Observatory?
Observatory Rd, Observatory, Cape Town
The South African Naval Museum is a maritime museum located in Simon’s Town and contains collections and artefacts related to the maritime history of South Africa and the South African Navy. The origins of the Naval Museum date back to 1966 when a naval historical collection was displayed at the Castle Military and Maritime Museum in Cape Town.
Exhibitions include the historic clock tower and part of the sail loft, the historic Mast House, the history and functioning of the submarine, divers and weapons branch, the conversion of the old Dutch store house, a hydrographic printing display, transformation display and Russian arctic convoy display.
Tours of the South African Naval Museum are hosted Monday to Friday and take about 1-hour from start to finish.
Where is the South African Naval Museum?
St George’s Street, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
Put your wetsuit on, grab your board and let’s go surfing at Surfer’s Corner in Muizenberg. It’s the surfing capital of Cape Town and a great place to learn to surf because the waves aren’t too hectic. There are number of trendy restaurants and surfing shops on the beachfront and a selection of popular self-catering apartments in Muizenberg.
Where is Surfer’s Corner?
56 Beach Road, Muizenberg, Cape Town
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway takes you to the top of the iconic flat-topped Table Mountain. It’s a gentle ride in a rotating state-of-the art cable car that takes about 5 minutes to reach the top. The aerial cableway operates 7-days a week and trips occur within 10 to 15 minutes of each other. Once on top of the mountain, enjoy 360 degree views of Cape Town.
Table Mountain is one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World and falls within Table Mountain National Park which forms part of the Cape Floristic Region (CFR) World Heritage Site. The CFR is the smallest and richest of the six floral kingdoms that occur on earth.
Where is the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway?
Tafelberg Road, Gardens, Cape Town
Table Mountain Café has a selection of delicious self-service meals and snacks including options for kids, tasty pastries and desserts. You’ll find dishes inspired by South African cuisine, a selection of fresh salads, sandwiches and pizza slices. Breakfast is served daily from opening time until 11h30. Lunch and light meals are served from 11:h30. Drinks include fine wines, beer, specialty coffees and teas, fruit juices and sodas.
Where is Table Mountain Café
At the top of Table Mountain
The Blue Train is a children’s entertainment park located in Mouille Point on the scenic Atlantic Seaboard. The main attraction is a miniature railway line that is still running and takes kids on rides on the mini Blue Train.
Other fun outdoor activities for kids at The Blue Train include a mini-skate park, cement push bike track, pedal push carts, a 30-metre zipline, tow 8-metre slides, see-saws, climbing rock, jungle gyms, an obstacle course and an astro-turf soccer pitch. It’s the best place to take children on a holiday in Cape Town.
Where is The Blue Train Park?
Next to the lighthouse on Beach Road, Mouille Point, Atlantic Seaboard, Cape Town
The Brass Bell Restaurant in Kalk Bay has been around longer than anyone can remember but it’s been revamped and is now a trendy establishment and one of the most popular places to eat out in the False Bay area. The restaurant gets you as close to the see as you can image with a serene tidal pool separating the building from the crashing waves.
Even though The Brass Bell is located on the beachfront, it’s an all-weather destination because the restaurant has sea-facing windows that run the full length of the building. On gorgeous sunny days, you’ll love The Water’s Edge Terrace which is built into the sea wall.
Where is the Brass Bell?
Main Road, Kalk Bay, Cape Town
The Earth Fair Market is a top-quality market in Tokai that focuses on selling the finest pasture-reared meat and fresh produce. The Earth Fair Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday. On Wednesday, the market has live music, craft beer stalls and amazing food vendors so make an evening of it and bring the whole family.
Wednesdays: 16h00 to 21h00
Saturdays: 08h30 – 14h00 (Craft market day)
Where is The Earth Fair Market?
Block B Unit 9 & 10, South Palms Centre, 333 Main Road, Tokai, Cape Town
Something for the whole family to do in Cape Town. The Ice Station is an Olympic-sized ice rink at GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World and is a great place to take the kids. Bring a change of clothes if you’re going to skate and warm clothes if you are just there to watch. You can get a hot drink and snacks at café at The Ice Station.
Where is The Ice Station?
1 Jakes Gerwel Drive, GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World, Acacia Park, Cape Town
The Jagger Lounge was opened by three avid musicians who joined forces to create a world-class live music venue in Cape Town that presents a canvas for performing artists and bands to perform in a beautiful-sounding room and where music lovers could relax and enjoy delicious coffee, strong alcoholic drinks and great food.
The Jagger Lounge caters for all music genres, from rock to hip-hop and jazz. The venue also regularly hosts comedy evenings. The Jagger Lounge has a fully-functioning kitchen open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Where is the Jagger Lounge?
74 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town City Bowl
If you’re an avid foodie, don’t miss an opportunity to dine out at The Test Kitchen at the Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock. This world-acclaimed eatery serves Nouvelle Latin cuisine with a South African touch. Opened in November 2010, The Test Kitchen is owned by British-born Luke Dale-Roberts. Trained in Switzerland and England before heading to Asia for a 5-year stint, Dale-Roberts is an award-winning chef.
The Test Kitchen has been singled out as the winner of the “Cacao Barry One to Watch Award” and it’s anticipated Chef Luke’s contemporary restaurant will secure a place in the prestigious World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards.
Where is the Test Kitchen?
The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
The Barnyard Theatre in the Tyger Valley Centre in Bellville hosts live music shows that are vibrant, uplifting and feature the greatest hits of our time. The venue also hosts well-known South African bands, comedians and performers.
Patrons arrive early, sit around heavy wooden tables and enjoy a meal before the curtain goes up. The Barnyard Theatre also has a fully-stocked bar and coffee and snack bar.
Where is the Barnyard Gallery?
Corner of Bill Bezuidenhout and Willie Van Schoor Drive, Bellville, Cape Town
The Fugard Theatre is a 320-seater establishment located in the Sacks Futeran building in the heart of District Six. The theatre is named in honour of Athol Fugard who is one of South Africa’s most significant and internationally-acclaimed playwrights.
For over fifty years, Fugard has written soul-searing plays with roles for all South Africans. Fugard’s plays have moved audiences to laughter and tears as they retell the racism, barbarity and inhumanity of apartheid and other historical events in South Africa. The Fugard Theatre continues to support the local cultural scene by hosting a fascinating line up of South African plays.
Where is the Fugard Theatre?
Corner Caledon & Buitenkant Street, District Six, Zonnebloem, Cape Town
The Old Biscuit Mill is a one-of-a-kind shopping destination in Cape Town that showcases some of the city’s best creative enterprises. You’ll find everything from authentic fashion brands and artisanal handmade gifts to quirky travel mementos, street art and a treasure trove of collectables. It’s also famous for its trendy eateries and coffee bars.
Before The Old Biscuit Mill was developed into a dynamic and vibrant hub, it functioned as an actual biscuit mill for the Pyott’s biscuit company. John Pyott opened his biscuit factory in the early 1900s and it remained in operation until 1946.
Where is The Old Biscuit Mill?
375 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
The Watershed Market is the shopping hub of the V&A Waterfront, located at the historic Cape Town Harbour. The massive warehouse has over 150 stalls and showcases over 365 brands that range from ceramics, textiles, furniture, art and crafts, fashion and jewelry.
It’s the perfect place to visit on a holiday in South Africa to buy souvenirs and gifts. The Watershed Market also regularly hosts exhibitions, live music concerts and creative workshops.
Where is The Watershed Market?
17 Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town City Bowl, Cape Town
The Woodstock Gin Company produces high-quality handcrafted gin which are renowned for their unique, elegantly-smooth taste with a herbaceous flavour and subtle undertones of fynbos. This includes rooibos, buchu and honey bush. The gin distillery was founded by Simon Von Witt who is a passionate distiller and has created intricate recipes for his gin creations.
Book a gin tasting and tantalise your taste buds with the finest-tasting gins in South Africa. Bookings are recommended but walk-ins are welcome. Gin tastings take place from Monday to Saturday between 11h00 and 18h00.
Where is The Woodstock Gin Company?
399 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
Tokai Forest is a picturesque retreat located in the heart of the suburb of Tokai. It’s a popular destinations for strollers, joggers and dog walkers and also offers picnic spots for day visits.
The forest was established in 1885 when 1 555 trees were planted by Joseph Storr Lister who was the forest conservator for the Cape Colony. Today, these towering trees provide a beautiful green belt that falls within Table Mountain National Park. Trees found in Tokai Forest include oaks, giant California redwoods, pine and cypress trees.
Lister’s Place is a charming tea garden located at the Arboretum. You can get a hot or cold drink at the tea garden and a light meal. The tea garden is wheel-chair friendly.
Where is Tokai Forest?
Tokai, Constantia Valley, Cape Town
Triggerfish Brewing is a micro-brewery located in Somerset West. The brewery creates a range of exceptional craft beer which consists of 9 staple beers, 16 seasonal beers and one-off ‘wild’ beers which have a flavour unlike anything you may have tasted before.
The brewing team at Triggerfish Brewing has been ageing and experimenting with beer and wine hybrids since 2012 and thrive on the challenge of innovating the brewing process to create the perfect craft beer.
Where is Triggerfish Brewing?
Unit 9, Quinan Boulevard, Paardevlei, Cape Town
Truth Coffee Shop is heaven on earth for coffee connoisseurs. Don’t just take our word for it. Truth Coffee Shop was chosen by the UK Telegraph as the best coffee shop in the world. You can order your favourite coffee brand online but it’s best to visit this iconic shop for a “taste of the joy of the extraordinary truth”.
The funky interior of the shop is almost as exciting as the strong, hot and delicious coffee served at the Truth Coffee Shop. For an extraordinary experience, spend some time tasting the range of coffees on offer at the Truth Café.
Where is Truth Coffee Shop?
36 Buitenkant Street, Cape Town City Bowl
Two Oceans Aquarium is one of the most enjoyable attractions to visit on a holiday to Cape Town and provides hours of fun and excitement for the whole family. Located at the V&A Waterfront at the historic Cape Town Harbour, the aquarium is a world-class establishment that showcases several marine exhibitions.
One of the main attractions is the Skretting Diversity Gallery which showcases marine life found in the two oceans that flank the Cape Peninsula, the Atlantic and Indian oceans.
Other exhibits include the Predator Exhibit which is home to ragged-tooth sharks, the I&J Ocean Exhibit that is home to an array of fish, manta rays and turtles, the Kelp Forest which is home to shoals of coastal fish and the very popular Penguin Exhibit which is home to a small colony of African black-footed penguin.
Where is Two Oceans Aquarium?
Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
Two Ocean Restaurant is an elegant restaurant located at the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Established in 1995, it offers visitors a welcome break on a tour of the Cape Peninsula. Set into the cliffs high about the southernmost tip of the Cape Peninsula, Two Oceans Restaurant offers panoramic views over False Bay.
Fresh seafood is a specialty at Two Oceans Restaurant but the menu also appeals to vegetarians, young children and meat and pasta lovers.
Where is Two Oceans Restaurant?
Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Cape Peninsula, Cape Town
The V&A Waterfront is the most popular tourist attraction in Cape Town and offers visitors a vast selection of restaurants, pubs, specialty shops and supermarkets and hotels as well as a theatre and entertainment centre. It’s located in the historic Cape Town Harbour which is the oldest working commercial harbour in South Africa and is named after Prince Alfred who was Queen Victoria’s second son.
The list of things to do at V&A Waterfront is endless. To learn more about the history of the Port of Cape Town, you can join a guided Waterfront Heritage Tour. Popular attractions include Chavonnes Battery, Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island, Nobel Square, Two Oceans Aquarium and Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa.
Where is V&A Waterfront?
Cape Town Harbour, Cape Town City Bowl
Warrior Toy Museum is located in Simon’s Town and houses a permanent display of 4 000 toy cars, buses, airplanes, trucks and lead soldiers as well as over 500 dolls and teddy bears. Other exciting displays include two fully-operational model railroads and an impressive Meccano display.
Warrior Toy Museum is open Monday to Sunday from 10h00 to 16h00 and entry is free.
Where is the Warrior Toy Museum?
1067 King George Way, Simon’s Town, Cape Town
The World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park is a great place to take kids while on holiday in Cape Town. It’s also a lot of fun for adults. The protected sanctuary is one of the largest bird parks in the world with the highest number of bird species. It’s home to about 330 birds and some 400 animal species.
The majority of birds are housed in walk-through aviaries which are nestled in a lush garden setting. It’s also a breeding centre for threatened species and injured birds and wildlife.
Where is World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park
Valley Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is the largest museum of contemporary African art in the world. It was opened in 2017 and houses what is regarded to be one of the world’s leading collections of contemporary art from Africa and its Diaspora.
The collection includes works by such eminent artists as Chris Ofili, Kudzanai Chiurai, Kehinde Wiley, Glenn Ligon, Marlene Dumas, Wangechi Mutu, and Julie Mehretu. The public not-for-profit museum was commissioned through a public/private partnership between the V&A Waterfront and German businessman, Jochen Zeitz who also loaned his extensive art collection to the museum.
Where is Zeitz MOCAA?
Silo District, S Arm Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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