Guidebook for Cape Town

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Guidebook for Cape Town

Parks & Nature

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is acclaimed as one of the great botanic gardens of the world. Few gardens can match the sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch, against the eastern slopes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain.
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes Drive
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is acclaimed as one of the great botanic gardens of the world. Few gardens can match the sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch, against the eastern slopes of Cape Town’s Table Mountain.
Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town has a lot going for it: the ancient granite boulders protect it from the wind and large waves, making it an ideal swimming spot for kids. The beach is always clean and safe, because it falls under the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area. It is rarely crowded, and kids will be delighted by the stunning rockpools. But the soft white sand and warm(ish) waters are not the only reasons why 60,000 visitors a year make their way along the coast, past Simon’s Town, to Boulders Beach. The local inhabitants—African penguins in their thousands
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Boulders Beach
Kleintuin Road
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Boulders Beach near Simon’s Town has a lot going for it: the ancient granite boulders protect it from the wind and large waves, making it an ideal swimming spot for kids. The beach is always clean and safe, because it falls under the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area. It is rarely crowded, and kids will be delighted by the stunning rockpools. But the soft white sand and warm(ish) waters are not the only reasons why 60,000 visitors a year make their way along the coast, past Simon’s Town, to Boulders Beach. The local inhabitants—African penguins in their thousands
Ask anyone who’s been to the top of Table Mountain and they will corroborate: there are few places on earth where the view has this ability to take your breath away; where – whether it’s icy cold or scorching hot – it’s always worth sitting down and contemplating what you see. And while most people have to travel halfway across the world to enjoy this experience, South Africans – but more specifically, Capetonians – are uniquely privileged in that they can visit any time they want!
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Table Mountain (Nature Reserve)
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Ask anyone who’s been to the top of Table Mountain and they will corroborate: there are few places on earth where the view has this ability to take your breath away; where – whether it’s icy cold or scorching hot – it’s always worth sitting down and contemplating what you see. And while most people have to travel halfway across the world to enjoy this experience, South Africans – but more specifically, Capetonians – are uniquely privileged in that they can visit any time they want!
The reserve is popular during the warmer months for its beautiful hikes and picnic spots next to the dam, but the wild nature of the surroundings are equally highlighted in winter when the mist lies low above the fynbos and the rain turns everything green. The hike to Elephants eye is relatively easy and extremely beautiful and afterwards you can reward yourself with a swim in the dam . It’s gloriously vibey in summer without being crowded.
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Silvermine Dam
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The reserve is popular during the warmer months for its beautiful hikes and picnic spots next to the dam, but the wild nature of the surroundings are equally highlighted in winter when the mist lies low above the fynbos and the rain turns everything green. The hike to Elephants eye is relatively easy and extremely beautiful and afterwards you can reward yourself with a swim in the dam . It’s gloriously vibey in summer without being crowded.
India Venster comes with terms and conditions. Be careful, hikers say, this is the most difficult, albeit the most fun way of scrambling to the top of Table Mountain. Next to India Venster, Platteklip may well appear sedate. You might want to have conquered your fear of heights before you do the trail, and be prepared to climb over boulders and inch your way along ledges that appear a little unreliable. The trail runs right under the cables of the cable car and gets its name from the shape of the ravine, which at a certain angle (and from a particular viewing point) resembles the continent of India (venster is Afrikaans for 'window').
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India Venster
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India Venster comes with terms and conditions. Be careful, hikers say, this is the most difficult, albeit the most fun way of scrambling to the top of Table Mountain. Next to India Venster, Platteklip may well appear sedate. You might want to have conquered your fear of heights before you do the trail, and be prepared to climb over boulders and inch your way along ledges that appear a little unreliable. The trail runs right under the cables of the cable car and gets its name from the shape of the ravine, which at a certain angle (and from a particular viewing point) resembles the continent of India (venster is Afrikaans for 'window').
As one of the best known and most popular hiking trails up Lion’s Head, this is a must for visitors to Cape Town that want to experience the true South African outdoors. This trail takes only one to two hours to complete and is relatively easy, even for those that do not often hike. It consists of a series of routes, all of which end at the Lion’s Head. From these heights, awe-inspiring views of the Mother City can be savoured. These views include the cultural and historical hub of the Bo-Kaap, the iconic Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Hout Bay, the revamped Cape Town Stadium, and Robben Island in the distance.
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Signal Hill
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As one of the best known and most popular hiking trails up Lion’s Head, this is a must for visitors to Cape Town that want to experience the true South African outdoors. This trail takes only one to two hours to complete and is relatively easy, even for those that do not often hike. It consists of a series of routes, all of which end at the Lion’s Head. From these heights, awe-inspiring views of the Mother City can be savoured. These views include the cultural and historical hub of the Bo-Kaap, the iconic Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Hout Bay, the revamped Cape Town Stadium, and Robben Island in the distance.

Sightseeing

Clarence Drive is beautiful! There’s something wild about this stretch of coastline. It also happens to lead to Hermanus; a seaside holiday mecca that’s home to stunning views and often, breeding whales.
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Clarence Drive
Clarence Drive
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Clarence Drive is beautiful! There’s something wild about this stretch of coastline. It also happens to lead to Hermanus; a seaside holiday mecca that’s home to stunning views and often, breeding whales.
Situated centrally near Wynberg Park in Cape Town, Chart Farm offers a farm-style retreat from the city. As the only place in the Cape Peninsula where you can select and pick your own roses, Chart Farm offers a unique experience for visitors, many of whom are tourists. The Coffee Terrace, aptly named The View @ Chart Farm, which is under new
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Chart Farm
1A Klaasens Rd
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Situated centrally near Wynberg Park in Cape Town, Chart Farm offers a farm-style retreat from the city. As the only place in the Cape Peninsula where you can select and pick your own roses, Chart Farm offers a unique experience for visitors, many of whom are tourists. The Coffee Terrace, aptly named The View @ Chart Farm, which is under new

Arts & Culture

Founded in 1825, our country’s oldest museum has seen millions of people navigate through its halls. Take in exhibitions of more than 1.5 million specimens – accumulated over almost 200 years – including ancient fossils and stone tools, rock and meteorite samples, lifelike recreations of our country’s indigenous people using real pieces, as well as marine and wild animal displays and features.
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Iziko South African Museum and Planetarium
25 Queen Victoria St
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Founded in 1825, our country’s oldest museum has seen millions of people navigate through its halls. Take in exhibitions of more than 1.5 million specimens – accumulated over almost 200 years – including ancient fossils and stone tools, rock and meteorite samples, lifelike recreations of our country’s indigenous people using real pieces, as well as marine and wild animal displays and features.
The Watershed , located at the V&A Waterfront, showcases what African art is all about and how it has transformed over the years. There are traditional artists and more modern additions, all sharing the same limelight. Believe it or not, there are more than 150 stores which feature African fashion, jewellery, pottery, trinkets and more. More often than not, this spot has live entertainment and shows. Keep an eye out to learn more about the local gatherings that take place here, otherwise, take a stroll through Watershed for a unique art experience.
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The Watershed
17 Dock Rd
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The Watershed , located at the V&A Waterfront, showcases what African art is all about and how it has transformed over the years. There are traditional artists and more modern additions, all sharing the same limelight. Believe it or not, there are more than 150 stores which feature African fashion, jewellery, pottery, trinkets and more. More often than not, this spot has live entertainment and shows. Keep an eye out to learn more about the local gatherings that take place here, otherwise, take a stroll through Watershed for a unique art experience.
The Labia Theatre is one of Cape Town’s favourite lesser-known attractions. The locals, of course, know it very well. It’s one of Cape Town’s favourite things to do, especially on nights when there’s a dinner special running. It’s the oldest independent cinema in South Africa. http://www.capetown.travel/visitors/see-do/arts-culture/theatre-music/the-labia-theatre-cape-town/
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The Labia
68 Orange St
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The Labia Theatre is one of Cape Town’s favourite lesser-known attractions. The locals, of course, know it very well. It’s one of Cape Town’s favourite things to do, especially on nights when there’s a dinner special running. It’s the oldest independent cinema in South Africa. http://www.capetown.travel/visitors/see-do/arts-culture/theatre-music/the-labia-theatre-cape-town/
On the other side of the Mountain Pieter Toerien’s Theatre on the Bay serves up great food and great theatre. Just off Camps Bay’s main strip, it offers audiences an array of both local and international dramas, comedies, dance, cabaret, pantomimes and musicals. pietertoerien.co.za
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Teatr nad Zatoką
Link Street
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On the other side of the Mountain Pieter Toerien’s Theatre on the Bay serves up great food and great theatre. Just off Camps Bay’s main strip, it offers audiences an array of both local and international dramas, comedies, dance, cabaret, pantomimes and musicals. pietertoerien.co.za
Just off buzzing Bree Street you’ll find the Purple Palace known as Gate 69. It’s Cape Town’s home of cabaret and good times are guaranteed! You’ll also be treated to a double layered Lazy Susan filled with delicious tapas as well as soup and a dessert of decadent ice cream while you enjoy world-class entertainment. It’s a glamorous affair so be sure to dress up for the red carpet. Cathy, Holly and Molly, South Africa’s favourite Trolley Dollies, will have you and your table in stitches as they wow you with their vocal talents, big hair and dashing good looks. gate69.co.za
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Gate69
87 Bree St
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Just off buzzing Bree Street you’ll find the Purple Palace known as Gate 69. It’s Cape Town’s home of cabaret and good times are guaranteed! You’ll also be treated to a double layered Lazy Susan filled with delicious tapas as well as soup and a dessert of decadent ice cream while you enjoy world-class entertainment. It’s a glamorous affair so be sure to dress up for the red carpet. Cathy, Holly and Molly, South Africa’s favourite Trolley Dollies, will have you and your table in stitches as they wow you with their vocal talents, big hair and dashing good looks. gate69.co.za
The Springbok Experience is a world-class, modern interactive museum telling South Africa’s story through the eyes of its most powerful sport. It offers a fun and entertaining experience for the whole family and is a ‘must-do’ attraction at the heart of the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. The museum features more than 60 audio visual displays where visitors can watch the history of South African rugby unfold, set among cases displaying historic objects such as famous trophies, jerseys, boots and other memorabilia.
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The Springbok Experience Rugby Museum
Portswood Road
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The Springbok Experience is a world-class, modern interactive museum telling South Africa’s story through the eyes of its most powerful sport. It offers a fun and entertaining experience for the whole family and is a ‘must-do’ attraction at the heart of the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. The museum features more than 60 audio visual displays where visitors can watch the history of South African rugby unfold, set among cases displaying historic objects such as famous trophies, jerseys, boots and other memorabilia.

Shopping

The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Centre is centrally situated on Somerset Road in Greenpoint, Cape Town. We welcome local and international visitors to come experience the cosmopolitan and vibrant shopping experience that is loved by people near and far. Being a destination lifestyle and shopping centre, visitors can partake in the abundant fruits of local cuisine, clothing, art, décor, spa, jewellery, gifts and much, much more.
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Cape Quarter Mall
27 Somerset Rd
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The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Centre is centrally situated on Somerset Road in Greenpoint, Cape Town. We welcome local and international visitors to come experience the cosmopolitan and vibrant shopping experience that is loved by people near and far. Being a destination lifestyle and shopping centre, visitors can partake in the abundant fruits of local cuisine, clothing, art, décor, spa, jewellery, gifts and much, much more.
Held every Saturday at the historic Granger Bay site of the V&A Waterfront, the OZCF Market Day is a community farmers-style market for independent local farmers and artisanal food producers. At the OZCF Market customers can do weekly food shopping (veg, fruit, bread, organic dairy, free-range eggs, honey, muesli etc), try out some delicious cooked and raw foods and be inspired about helping to build an alternative food system. Additionally, customers can buy edible plants and seedlings, compost and gardening supplies and equipment. http://www.ozcf.co.za/market-day/
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Oranjezicht City Farm - Market
Granger Bay Boulevard
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Held every Saturday at the historic Granger Bay site of the V&A Waterfront, the OZCF Market Day is a community farmers-style market for independent local farmers and artisanal food producers. At the OZCF Market customers can do weekly food shopping (veg, fruit, bread, organic dairy, free-range eggs, honey, muesli etc), try out some delicious cooked and raw foods and be inspired about helping to build an alternative food system. Additionally, customers can buy edible plants and seedlings, compost and gardening supplies and equipment. http://www.ozcf.co.za/market-day/
Welcome to the Old Biscuit Mill. A vibrant, warm-hearted little village in the heart of Woodstock where talented people come together to share, collaborate and well... show off the heart-felt passion. The Mill is home to day and night markets, dynamic office space, a range of workshops and designer stores, delicious farm stalls, decadent
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The Old Biscuit Mill
375 Albert Rd
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Welcome to the Old Biscuit Mill. A vibrant, warm-hearted little village in the heart of Woodstock where talented people come together to share, collaborate and well... show off the heart-felt passion. The Mill is home to day and night markets, dynamic office space, a range of workshops and designer stores, delicious farm stalls, decadent
Cavendish Square is an award-winning shopping destination in Cape Town offering exclusive fashion, cinemas and premium restaurants and coffee shops.
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Cavendish Square
1 Dreyer St
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Cavendish Square is an award-winning shopping destination in Cape Town offering exclusive fashion, cinemas and premium restaurants and coffee shops.
An easy and convenient place to shop for plant-based stuff, this market also provides visitors with an opportunity to meet and interact with like-minded people, and to learn more about vegan living and healthy, ethical eating. Expect a range of interesting stuff, including tasty food, indulgent sweet treats (cake and ice-cream), clothing, health and beauty products, and so much more! It’s time to get your vegan on!
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Vegan Goods Market
Orpen Road
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An easy and convenient place to shop for plant-based stuff, this market also provides visitors with an opportunity to meet and interact with like-minded people, and to learn more about vegan living and healthy, ethical eating. Expect a range of interesting stuff, including tasty food, indulgent sweet treats (cake and ice-cream), clothing, health and beauty products, and so much more! It’s time to get your vegan on!

Entertainment & Activities

From our station at the Sea Point Pavilion you can easily ride along the coast and enjoy a day on the beach, or a meal or drink at one of the many bars and restaurants in the area. You can pedal along the Promenade all the way to the shopping and dining mecca of the Waterfront, into the world class eco-hub at the Green Point Park and Cape Town stadium precinct, or you can explore the CBD. Cape Town is flat and easy to cycle, so riders of all ages and fitness levels can ride our bikes. Cycling is active mobility. It’s good for your body and mind, and bikes are great for the environment. We think a ride along our route is one of the Mother City’s simple pleasures!
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Up Cycles Sea Point
0 Beach Rd
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From our station at the Sea Point Pavilion you can easily ride along the coast and enjoy a day on the beach, or a meal or drink at one of the many bars and restaurants in the area. You can pedal along the Promenade all the way to the shopping and dining mecca of the Waterfront, into the world class eco-hub at the Green Point Park and Cape Town stadium precinct, or you can explore the CBD. Cape Town is flat and easy to cycle, so riders of all ages and fitness levels can ride our bikes. Cycling is active mobility. It’s good for your body and mind, and bikes are great for the environment. We think a ride along our route is one of the Mother City’s simple pleasures!
There is more to Century City than a vast array of shops and giant office buildings. There’s also a 16-hectare wetland and bird sanctuary, with 8km of navigable canals where you can take a 35-minute ferry boat trip and go on self-guided or guided walks. Intaka Island is home to over 120 species of birds and 212 indigenous plants, with two designated hides for bird-lovers and photographers to enjoy. The ferry boat ride takes you along the canals and through Century City, while a guide points out interesting architecture and shares informative facts about the birdlife you encounter along the way. There are also workshops for kids . Entrance is R14, or R40 with a ferry boat ride.
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Intaka Island
2 Park Ln
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There is more to Century City than a vast array of shops and giant office buildings. There’s also a 16-hectare wetland and bird sanctuary, with 8km of navigable canals where you can take a 35-minute ferry boat trip and go on self-guided or guided walks. Intaka Island is home to over 120 species of birds and 212 indigenous plants, with two designated hides for bird-lovers and photographers to enjoy. The ferry boat ride takes you along the canals and through Century City, while a guide points out interesting architecture and shares informative facts about the birdlife you encounter along the way. There are also workshops for kids . Entrance is R14, or R40 with a ferry boat ride.
For many Capetonians (and visitors to the Mother City) being outdoors and trying new things are two of the things that excite (and unite) us. Throw in a full moon and the “vibe” – as locals say – intensifies. Once a month from March until October, experienced paddlers and novices alike are invited to watch the sun set across the ocean – and the full moon as it rises over the bay – from a kayak! The two-hour experience kicks off from the Simon’s Town Waterfront, and during the ride you’ll be able to spot penguins, seals and dolphins. From August until October, there’s even the chance of spotting a whale or two.
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Kayak Cape Town (Simon's Town)
Wharf Street
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For many Capetonians (and visitors to the Mother City) being outdoors and trying new things are two of the things that excite (and unite) us. Throw in a full moon and the “vibe” – as locals say – intensifies. Once a month from March until October, experienced paddlers and novices alike are invited to watch the sun set across the ocean – and the full moon as it rises over the bay – from a kayak! The two-hour experience kicks off from the Simon’s Town Waterfront, and during the ride you’ll be able to spot penguins, seals and dolphins. From August until October, there’s even the chance of spotting a whale or two.
Romantic dramas, timeless classics, documentaries and action movies are all shown at various beautiful outdoor venues across Cape Town, including Hillcrest Quarry, V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch and the winelands. You can hire a chair and blankets, or bring your own blanket if you prefer. There are various food options available (from pizza to burgers and nachos), along with coffee, wine and craft beers; but if you are on a budget you can take your own picnic (alcoholic beverages are permitted, except at wine farm venues). It’s a novel way of watching a movie and the closest you are going to get to re-living the days of going to a drive-in. Tickets from R79.
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The Galileo Open Air Cinema
0A Rhodes Ave
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Romantic dramas, timeless classics, documentaries and action movies are all shown at various beautiful outdoor venues across Cape Town, including Hillcrest Quarry, V&A Waterfront, Kirstenbosch and the winelands. You can hire a chair and blankets, or bring your own blanket if you prefer. There are various food options available (from pizza to burgers and nachos), along with coffee, wine and craft beers; but if you are on a budget you can take your own picnic (alcoholic beverages are permitted, except at wine farm venues). It’s a novel way of watching a movie and the closest you are going to get to re-living the days of going to a drive-in. Tickets from R79.

Getting Around

The service aims to provide comfortable, convenient, reliable, safe, efficient, car-competitive public transport in Cape Town. https://www.myciti.org.za/en/routes/interactive-routes/
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Gardens My City Bus Station
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The service aims to provide comfortable, convenient, reliable, safe, efficient, car-competitive public transport in Cape Town. https://www.myciti.org.za/en/routes/interactive-routes/
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Bolt
Eastman Road
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Uber Office
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Everything Else

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