Green Point

Green Point has been called the Soho of Cape Town – with its funky restaurants and busy nightclubs, the place has an energy all of its own. 

Green Point is all about location, location, location. Wedged between Table Bay, Signal Hill, Sea Point, the V&A Waterfront and the city centre, this little village is in the middle of all the local action.

The area is home to the Cape Town Stadium, which hosted the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup™. The stadium is surrounded by the Green Point Urban Park, Metropolitan Golf Course and a number of other sports fields.

Because it’s so central, there is a lot to see and do in the area. Take a long walk or jog along the promenade right next to the Atlantic Ocean; rest on one of the benches and take in the stunning views of the sea; take your family to one of the children’s play areas including a jungle gym, swings, slides, train and mini golf course or pop into the flea market next to Cape Town Stadium (every Sunday) where you can pick up fantastic curios from around the African continent.

Take a walk to the top of Lion’s Head and enjoy the panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, drive to the top of Signal Hill, again to witness the gorgeous views.

Pay a visit to Green Point lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in South Africa, which dates back to 1824.

There are plenty of restaurants in Green Point. Make sure you try Belugas (+ 27 21 418 2948; www.beluga.co.za ) a favourite among the models and celebrity crowd, and the Wang Thai (+27 21 421 8702; www.wangthai.co.za), renowned for its authentic Thai menu.

Coffee spots like vida e caffe (+27 21 434 7266; www.caffe.co.za) and Giovanni’s Deli (+27 21 434 6893) are great places to hang out and people-watch.

For sun, sand and sea, the beautiful beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton are a stone’s throw away.

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