Cape Town winters are cool
Winter in Cape Town is a season of culture, pampering, adventure, wining and dining, enjoying a variety of performing art and relaxing next to the fire. From world-class spas to thrilling whale and shark tours, Cape Town has what you are looking for in a mid-year vacation.
Many of Cape Town’s restaurants, accommodation providers and tour operators offer special deals during the winter months, giving you even more reason to start planning your visit.
Come and discover why Cape Town is never out of season.
Winter Tips
Restaurant Specials
Cape Town is famous for its wide range of high-quality restaurants, which offer something for everyone. Cape Town has a rich culinary history which is well worth exploring.
See our blog for a list of this year’s Cape Town winter restaurant specials and take advantage while they are on offer.
You can also view our full restaurant database.
Tours
There are many reasons to visit Cape Town during winter, particularly given the variety of tour options that may appeal to you.
For example, winter is a great time for whale watching and flower tours. If you are into outdoor and adventure activities, you have plenty to choose from.
See our tours section for more.
Winter Photo Competition
The 2010 winning photo, taken by Warren Tyrer
Cape Town Winter Competition 2011
Congratulations to Christelle Erasmus who was voted the winning photographer with her entry entitled: Feeding the Seagulls. View the winning photo and check out the top 20 finalists.
Christelle received R10 000 cash from Cape Town Tourism.
Second prize was two nights’ accommodation for two people at the Slangkop Hoerikwaggo Tented Camp, courtesy of South African National Parks.
Winter Blog Posts
- A perfect day at Milnerton Golf Club – Flickr pic of the day | 25 September, 2011
- Table Mountain blues – Flickr pic of the day | 1 September, 2011
- Winter Photo Competition 2011 won by Christelle Erasmus | 1 August, 2011
- Cape Town winters are cool for adrenaline junkies | 28 July, 2011
- Cape Town design districts | 20 July, 2011
- Partying for Madiba at Ubuntu Festival 2011 | 19 July, 2011
- Winter in Cape Town: Cool for bargain hunters | 18 July, 2011
- Cape Town Fashion Week 2011: A collection of creativity | 15 July, 2011
Cape Town on Twitter
“Such a beautiful day out #ctwinter”
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Winter Events
- Vodacom Funny Festival
- TOPS Gugulethu Wine Festival
- The Good Food & Wine Show
- SA Chelsea Flower Show Launch At Kirstenbosch
Photo Credits
Spas photo courtesy Diamondduste.
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