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Walks & Trails
"Go for a lovely walk & a brekkie. They also have live music on a Sunday. Voted one of the top 20 gardens in the world. You can start some of the hikes for Table Mountain here!"
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes Drive"Go for a lovely walk & a brekkie. They also have live music on a Sunday. Voted one of the top 20 gardens in the world. You can start some of the hikes for Table Mountain here!"
Amazing walk with dogs. Flat terrain along with river but also takes you through the forest canopies.
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阿爾芬步道
31 Alphen DrAmazing walk with dogs. Flat terrain along with river but also takes you through the forest canopies.
Get there early to get parking, follow the trail, and enjoy the great views. Pack a picnic in your hiking bag, & try hike up to the dam and enjoy the day on Table Mountain!
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Constantia Nek
Constantia Nek Jeep TrackGet there early to get parking, follow the trail, and enjoy the great views. Pack a picnic in your hiking bag, & try hike up to the dam and enjoy the day on Table Mountain!
Forests, Birds & beautiful sights. Easy & popular. Dogs welcome.
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Newlands Forest Hiking Trail
Forests, Birds & beautiful sights. Easy & popular. Dogs welcome.
Head to the top of table mountain. You can do this hike up & down in about 3 hours. If you go up Nursery Ravine you can come down Skeleton Gorge (5,5km) moderate difficulty.
Skeleton gorge Waterfall
Contour PathHead to the top of table mountain. You can do this hike up & down in about 3 hours. If you go up Nursery Ravine you can come down Skeleton Gorge (5,5km) moderate difficulty.
This cannot be recommended enough. Go early to avoid crowds. Incredible...
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The Fireman's Arms
Mechau StreetThis cannot be recommended enough. Go early to avoid crowds. Incredible...
An incredible adventure. Climb table mountain yourself and then return via cable car - book your cable car ticket before your hike. A truly remarkable experience and a must for every person who visits this iconic mountain. Moderate difficulty.
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Platteklip Gorge 起點
Tafelberg RoadAn incredible adventure. Climb table mountain yourself and then return via cable car - book your cable car ticket before your hike. A truly remarkable experience and a must for every person who visits this iconic mountain. Moderate difficulty.
Such a lovely nature reserve. Pack a picnic and head to the Reservoir. Or enjoy the hiking trails 3km - 10km.
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Silvermine
Such a lovely nature reserve. Pack a picnic and head to the Reservoir. Or enjoy the hiking trails 3km - 10km.
Food scene
Fully stocked liquor store and next door Grocery store - incredible products available, including the best fresh fish in Cape Town.
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KWIKSPAR
37 Derry StFully stocked liquor store and next door Grocery store - incredible products available, including the best fresh fish in Cape Town.
Arguably the best restaurant in Cape Town. La Colombe has consistently received world-wide acclaim and is positioned amongst the top restaurants in the world. Be sure to make a booking month in advance for this spectacular experience that combines theatre and fine dining. Not to be missed.
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La Colombe Restaurant
Main RoadArguably the best restaurant in Cape Town. La Colombe has consistently received world-wide acclaim and is positioned amongst the top restaurants in the world. Be sure to make a booking month in advance for this spectacular experience that combines theatre and fine dining. Not to be missed.
Beluga Cape Town
70 Prestwich StOutstanding sushi.
anadian Joel Singer opened this original home of artisanal coffee in Cape Town in 2006, and it remains one of the foremost breeding grounds of award-winning baristas. Origin’s HQ is an historic brick warehouse in trendy De Waterkant.
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Origin Coffee Roasting
28 Hudson Stanadian Joel Singer opened this original home of artisanal coffee in Cape Town in 2006, and it remains one of the foremost breeding grounds of award-winning baristas. Origin’s HQ is an historic brick warehouse in trendy De Waterkant.
Olympia Cafe
134 Main RdJust the best-kept secret. Get there early to grab an almond croissant.
Belly of the beast
110 Harrington StDown the road and fantastic fine dining!
Clarke's Bar & Dining Room
133 Bree StThe most delicious burgers! Awesome bars across the road too.
Lazari
221 Vredehoek AveThe best baked goods nearby by far!
Sightseeing
If you prefer to take a relaxed tour (rather than hike) - go up cable mountain but be sure to buy tickets online before you do! https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=681080
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Table Mountain Hike
5821 Tafelberg RoadIf you prefer to take a relaxed tour (rather than hike) - go up cable mountain but be sure to buy tickets online before you do! https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=681080
Ride the steam train to Elgin The steam train bound for Elgin departs from the Harbour Bridge Hotel in Foreshore, Cape Town at 8am. It arrives at the ELGIN RAILWAY market at 11.30am, giving passengers time to explore before heading back to the Mother City in time for a 5.30pm arrival. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of mountains, endless rolling hills – and even spot a few sheep and cows along the way. Operating times for the steam train Saturday, 8am – 5.30pm Sundays & some weekdays during December–January summer holidays Cost R750 (adults, return); R500 (children 3 – 13 years, return); free (children 0 – 2 years)
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Ceres Rail Company Departure Point
Dockrail RoadRide the steam train to Elgin The steam train bound for Elgin departs from the Harbour Bridge Hotel in Foreshore, Cape Town at 8am. It arrives at the ELGIN RAILWAY market at 11.30am, giving passengers time to explore before heading back to the Mother City in time for a 5.30pm arrival. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of mountains, endless rolling hills – and even spot a few sheep and cows along the way. Operating times for the steam train Saturday, 8am – 5.30pm Sundays & some weekdays during December–January summer holidays Cost R750 (adults, return); R500 (children 3 – 13 years, return); free (children 0 – 2 years)
Right next to the Lion’s Head is the flat-topped Signal Hill (sometimes also called the Lion’s rump), another of Cape Town's best lookout spots. In addition to the pretty epic views of Cape Town and surrounds, you can also drive pretty much to the top of Signal Hill - which makes it an extremely popular hang out spot for locals and tourists alike. Historically, the mountain was, funnily enough, a signal hill for ships passing. Signal flags communicated weather warnings to the ships in the harbour below, while ships could fly flags indicating their current status (particularly if in distress). The famous Noon Gun is fired from Signal Hill each day, an old-fashioned cannon that has been firing over Cape Town every day for hundreds of years. You can hear the boom of the cannon reverberate throughout the city - so we’d probably recommend visiting either side of midday to avoid any unwanted ear damage…! For those looking for an even more epic viewing experience, you can actually tandem paraglide down from the top of Signal Hill, and while we weren’t fans of paragliding during our time in Cape Town, we’ve subsequently discovered how awesome it is in the Dolomites - and highly, highly recommend getting yourself up into the skies above this incredible city now!
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Signal Hill
Right next to the Lion’s Head is the flat-topped Signal Hill (sometimes also called the Lion’s rump), another of Cape Town's best lookout spots. In addition to the pretty epic views of Cape Town and surrounds, you can also drive pretty much to the top of Signal Hill - which makes it an extremely popular hang out spot for locals and tourists alike. Historically, the mountain was, funnily enough, a signal hill for ships passing. Signal flags communicated weather warnings to the ships in the harbour below, while ships could fly flags indicating their current status (particularly if in distress). The famous Noon Gun is fired from Signal Hill each day, an old-fashioned cannon that has been firing over Cape Town every day for hundreds of years. You can hear the boom of the cannon reverberate throughout the city - so we’d probably recommend visiting either side of midday to avoid any unwanted ear damage…! For those looking for an even more epic viewing experience, you can actually tandem paraglide down from the top of Signal Hill, and while we weren’t fans of paragliding during our time in Cape Town, we’ve subsequently discovered how awesome it is in the Dolomites - and highly, highly recommend getting yourself up into the skies above this incredible city now!
This is one of the most scenic drives in Cape Town, if not the entire world. The Chapman’s Peak Drive (or Chappies, to the locals!) is a narrow, bendy road between Hout Bay and Noordhoek that hugs the rugged and dramatic cliffs of the coastline on one side, with incredible views out over the ice-blue Atlantic on the other. Constructed during the first World War, closed in 2000 and reopened again (after some impressive engineering feats) in 2003, the road is an absolute must-see attraction on any Cape Town itinerary. The main thing to do along the drive is admire the views, but there are also plenty of lovely spots to stop for a picnic - or combine your drive with a longer sightseeing day trip down to the Cape Peninsula. The super active amongst you might also be keen on the annual Two Oceans Marathon or Cape Argus Bike Tour too!
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Chapmans Peak
This is one of the most scenic drives in Cape Town, if not the entire world. The Chapman’s Peak Drive (or Chappies, to the locals!) is a narrow, bendy road between Hout Bay and Noordhoek that hugs the rugged and dramatic cliffs of the coastline on one side, with incredible views out over the ice-blue Atlantic on the other. Constructed during the first World War, closed in 2000 and reopened again (after some impressive engineering feats) in 2003, the road is an absolute must-see attraction on any Cape Town itinerary. The main thing to do along the drive is admire the views, but there are also plenty of lovely spots to stop for a picnic - or combine your drive with a longer sightseeing day trip down to the Cape Peninsula. The super active amongst you might also be keen on the annual Two Oceans Marathon or Cape Argus Bike Tour too!
No Cape Town itinerary is complete without a trip to one of its most epic spots: the Cape Point Peninsula. The Cape Peninsula is where the rocky, mountainous headland collides with the wild Atlantic sea, creating a dramatic landscape teeming with unique flora and fauna. The rocky cliffs and endless ocean views give the impression that you've reached the end of the world, which in some ways, you have, given that this is the most southwestern point of Africa! There are plenty of things to do around the Cape Peninsula; hike up to the old lighthouse at Cape Point (or take the Flying Dutchman Funicular instead!), hike to the famous WWII SS Thomas T. Tucker shipwreck on the Olifantsbos hiking trail, explore the Cape of Good Hope (there are plenty of hiking and biking trails on offer!), and a tonne of beautiful secret beaches just waiting to be discovered (although a word of caution: swimming isn’t allowed at some of these due to strong currents). The drive down there will take you past Muizenberg, the Boulder’s Beach colony, and Hout Bay, all worth a visit in their own right. Alternatively, detour along Chapman’s Peak drive and the western coast to take in some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Cape Town.
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Cape Point
No Cape Town itinerary is complete without a trip to one of its most epic spots: the Cape Point Peninsula. The Cape Peninsula is where the rocky, mountainous headland collides with the wild Atlantic sea, creating a dramatic landscape teeming with unique flora and fauna. The rocky cliffs and endless ocean views give the impression that you've reached the end of the world, which in some ways, you have, given that this is the most southwestern point of Africa! There are plenty of things to do around the Cape Peninsula; hike up to the old lighthouse at Cape Point (or take the Flying Dutchman Funicular instead!), hike to the famous WWII SS Thomas T. Tucker shipwreck on the Olifantsbos hiking trail, explore the Cape of Good Hope (there are plenty of hiking and biking trails on offer!), and a tonne of beautiful secret beaches just waiting to be discovered (although a word of caution: swimming isn’t allowed at some of these due to strong currents). The drive down there will take you past Muizenberg, the Boulder’s Beach colony, and Hout Bay, all worth a visit in their own right. Alternatively, detour along Chapman’s Peak drive and the western coast to take in some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Cape Town.
While the Cape Town of today is a colourful, wonderful place to visit as a traveller, the city has also been the epicentre of many of South Africa’s most tragic and significant events. From the first landing of the Dutch East India Company fleet in 1652 through to the oppressive apartheid policies of the 20th century and their eventual end in 1994, many South Africa’s most significant historical events have happened right here, in the shadow of Table Mountain. The lasting impact of these happenings are absolutely still present today. We’ve previously written here about Cape Town being a city of extremes, and particularly of ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’. To really understand vibrant, but divided, Cape Town as a traveller today, it’s imperative that you also also delve into its history. One of the most important things to do in Cape Town is to take the ferry out to Robben Island for a tour of the prison where Mandela (along with fellow anti-apartheid fighters) was imprisoned for 18 years. The tour, delivered by a former political prisoner, takes in key sites on the island whilst recounting their own personal story of their imprisonment there - and provides an insight into the oppression of the apartheid regime and the ultimate triumph against it symbolised by the indomitable Nelson Mandela straight from the people who experienced it most harshly. Eye-opening and moving, it's an important reminder that human rights and justice can never be taken for granted. We recommend this Robben Island: Ferry ticket and Prison Tour which includes the 45-minute ferry ride, a bus tour around the key sites on the island, and a guided tour through the prison with a former freedom fighter who was imprisoned there.
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Robben Island
While the Cape Town of today is a colourful, wonderful place to visit as a traveller, the city has also been the epicentre of many of South Africa’s most tragic and significant events. From the first landing of the Dutch East India Company fleet in 1652 through to the oppressive apartheid policies of the 20th century and their eventual end in 1994, many South Africa’s most significant historical events have happened right here, in the shadow of Table Mountain. The lasting impact of these happenings are absolutely still present today. We’ve previously written here about Cape Town being a city of extremes, and particularly of ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’. To really understand vibrant, but divided, Cape Town as a traveller today, it’s imperative that you also also delve into its history. One of the most important things to do in Cape Town is to take the ferry out to Robben Island for a tour of the prison where Mandela (along with fellow anti-apartheid fighters) was imprisoned for 18 years. The tour, delivered by a former political prisoner, takes in key sites on the island whilst recounting their own personal story of their imprisonment there - and provides an insight into the oppression of the apartheid regime and the ultimate triumph against it symbolised by the indomitable Nelson Mandela straight from the people who experienced it most harshly. Eye-opening and moving, it's an important reminder that human rights and justice can never be taken for granted. We recommend this Robben Island: Ferry ticket and Prison Tour which includes the 45-minute ferry ride, a bus tour around the key sites on the island, and a guided tour through the prison with a former freedom fighter who was imprisoned there.
It’s a proud, colourful, and extremely culturally-rich part of the city, and if you’re looking for things to do in Cape Town, a visit to Bo Kaap should definitely make the list.
Bo Kaap - Dorp Straat
21 Pentz StIt’s a proud, colourful, and extremely culturally-rich part of the city, and if you’re looking for things to do in Cape Town, a visit to Bo Kaap should definitely make the list.
he BEST way to see Cape Town. Cape Town Helicopter can take you wine tasting, or just a flip over the mountains. Worth every penny. Options are endless, they are a great friendly company and this experience is just incredible. Post flip, I suggest you head to the Grand Beach Cafe down the road for a pizza and a glass of bubbles! Be sure to book.
Cape Town Helicopter Flights
he BEST way to see Cape Town. Cape Town Helicopter can take you wine tasting, or just a flip over the mountains. Worth every penny. Options are endless, they are a great friendly company and this experience is just incredible. Post flip, I suggest you head to the Grand Beach Cafe down the road for a pizza and a glass of bubbles! Be sure to book.
Robben Island, the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice” with a rich 500 year old multi-layered history, is visited every year by thousands of people eager to understand and honour the important aspects of South Africa’s history that the Island represents. Tours are 09h00 / 11h00 / 13h00 & 15h00 Bok your tickets online
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Robben Island Museum
Robben Island, the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice” with a rich 500 year old multi-layered history, is visited every year by thousands of people eager to understand and honour the important aspects of South Africa’s history that the Island represents. Tours are 09h00 / 11h00 / 13h00 & 15h00 Bok your tickets online
Pubs
Foresters Arms
52 Newlands AveGood Old Pub with a beer brewing area that can take tours.
Peddlars
Brounger RoadPub Grub & Good Vibes. Great fish and chips.
Perseverance Tavern, or Persies, claims to be the oldest pub in South Africa. It dates back to 1836, and though it has seen some renovations over the years, it still retains its historical charm. Even though it’s been around for more than 100 years, it’s still a popular destination for residents looking to catch the latest game on the television, or have a few well-priced afterwork drinks. The spacious courtyard is perfect for a summer’s evening, and the indoor fireplaces in the old interior make it perfectly cosy during winter.
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Perseverance Tavern
83 Buitenkant StPerseverance Tavern, or Persies, claims to be the oldest pub in South Africa. It dates back to 1836, and though it has seen some renovations over the years, it still retains its historical charm. Even though it’s been around for more than 100 years, it’s still a popular destination for residents looking to catch the latest game on the television, or have a few well-priced afterwork drinks. The spacious courtyard is perfect for a summer’s evening, and the indoor fireplaces in the old interior make it perfectly cosy during winter.
Beaches
My favorite out of all the Clifton Beaches. Good Luck with the parking & the stairs :) They do offer lolly's, cool drinks & Loungers w/ umbrellas.
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Clifton 2nd Beach
My favorite out of all the Clifton Beaches. Good Luck with the parking & the stairs :) They do offer lolly's, cool drinks & Loungers w/ umbrellas.
Clifton 4th Beach hotel
Fourth Beach PromenadeFun bustling beach!
The family orientated beach even has a no slip slip way. Calm seas and no wind. Parking is a bit fo a problem but get there early!
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巴克文海灘
12 Kreef LaneThe family orientated beach even has a no slip slip way. Calm seas and no wind. Parking is a bit fo a problem but get there early!
蘭杜諾海灘
The most marvellous beach for frisbee. My favourite beach.
Go for a surf, hang 10 within the waves, or go grab a coffee. On a great day, it gets full, quickly! Go to surfers' corner to hire a surfboard. Grab some fresh croissants at Knead Bakery.
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Muizenberg Beach Club
165 Main RdGo for a surf, hang 10 within the waves, or go grab a coffee. On a great day, it gets full, quickly! Go to surfers' corner to hire a surfboard. Grab some fresh croissants at Knead Bakery.
Markets
Neighbourgoods Market is hosted every Saturday. Go check it out :) More than that, the OBM is home to local designers and culinary delights.
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The Old Biscuit Mill
375 Albert RdNeighbourgoods Market is hosted every Saturday. Go check it out :) More than that, the OBM is home to local designers and culinary delights.
Gosh, you have to go discover for yourself. The Oranjezicht City Farm (OZCF) is a non-profit project celebrating local food, culture and community through urban farming in Cape Town.
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Oranjezicht City Farm 市集
Granger Bay BoulevardGosh, you have to go discover for yourself. The Oranjezicht City Farm (OZCF) is a non-profit project celebrating local food, culture and community through urban farming in Cape Town.
Take a trip back to Victorian times at this Art Deco-themed market in Elgin, where an old apple warehouse has been converted into an expansive indoor market, with elaborate metal archways, overhanging bridges, and lanterns providing the backdrop.
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Elgin Railway Market
Oak AvenueTake a trip back to Victorian times at this Art Deco-themed market in Elgin, where an old apple warehouse has been converted into an expansive indoor market, with elaborate metal archways, overhanging bridges, and lanterns providing the backdrop.
Sunset Spots
Signal Hill
Best sunset in Cape Town
Just everything in one! The Lawns set on the historic roundhouse property offering breakfast, lunch, sundowners, picnics, weddings & events on either of our lawns or decked areas. be sure to check if they are open but we love their pizza and rose wine on a summer evening. Be sure to book.
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Round House
Just everything in one! The Lawns set on the historic roundhouse property offering breakfast, lunch, sundowners, picnics, weddings & events on either of our lawns or decked areas. be sure to check if they are open but we love their pizza and rose wine on a summer evening. Be sure to book.
As if having one of the world’s best sunrises wasn’t already enough, Cape Town also boasts some pretty epic sunsets too. What’s more, Capetonians have turned sunset-watching into such a wonderfully social art, most commonly with an alcoholic drink of some kind firmly in hand (known as a ‘sundowner’) that it’s almost impossible to ignore the pull to get out and about to watch the last light of the day somewhere special. Nowhere is more special for sunset than the Camps Bay area, nestled in the foothills of the Twelve Apostles mountain range. Famous for it's fine white sand and sparkling blue water, the palm-fringed beachfront is also the place to see and be seen; lined with the trendiest of cafes, buzzing beach bars, and some of the most respected restaurants in the city. Watching the sun fall into the Atlantic ocean from Camps Bay and surrounds is somewhat of a Capetonian rite of passage, and a lovely way to end your day in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Not to mention the pretty epic views back to the city and Lion’s Head!
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Camps Bay
As if having one of the world’s best sunrises wasn’t already enough, Cape Town also boasts some pretty epic sunsets too. What’s more, Capetonians have turned sunset-watching into such a wonderfully social art, most commonly with an alcoholic drink of some kind firmly in hand (known as a ‘sundowner’) that it’s almost impossible to ignore the pull to get out and about to watch the last light of the day somewhere special. Nowhere is more special for sunset than the Camps Bay area, nestled in the foothills of the Twelve Apostles mountain range. Famous for it's fine white sand and sparkling blue water, the palm-fringed beachfront is also the place to see and be seen; lined with the trendiest of cafes, buzzing beach bars, and some of the most respected restaurants in the city. Watching the sun fall into the Atlantic ocean from Camps Bay and surrounds is somewhat of a Capetonian rite of passage, and a lovely way to end your day in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Not to mention the pretty epic views back to the city and Lion’s Head!