Beyond the City
Less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town is the famous Winelands region of the Western Cape. Any traveller looking to experience the best of South African wine country must plan to visit the area beyond the city.
The region is home to some of the country’s most renowned wineries which are located in the beautiful towns of Paarl, Stellenbosch, and Franschhoek. Visitors can tour the vineyards, learn about the winemaking process, and sample some of the region’s finest wines. The Franschhoek Wine Tram is the perfect way to tour the vineyards of this beautiful region. Visitors can hop on and off at any of the stops, exploring the different wineries and tasting their wares.
The Winelands region is also home to a number of excellent restaurants, making it the perfect place to enjoy a leisurely meal after a day of wine tasting. With its beautiful scenery and world-class wines, the Winelands region is sure to provide visitors with an unforgettable experience.
Popular Neighbourhoods in Discover Beyond the City
Places to Stay in Discover Beyond the City
When it comes to finding the perfect place to stay in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, there are a few things to consider. Do you want to be close to the beach? Or perhaps you’re looking for a more central location that’s close to all the action.
Things to do & see in Discover Beyond the City
The Southern Suburbs of Cape Town are a great place to explore, with something to suit everyone. For those who love the outdoors, there are plenty of hiking and mountain biking trails to discover, as well as a number of parks and gardens.
Places to Eat & Drink in Discover Beyond the City
The Southern Suburbs of Cape Town offer a wide range of dining and drinking options. Visitors can choose from traditional South African fare, international cuisine, and everything in between.
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Winter in Cape Town offers the perfect opportunity to explore exciting activities despite the chilly weather.❄️
Here’s Part 3 of our “100 Things to Do in Cape Town This Winter” series...
📍 Hop on a City Sightseeing tour bus
📍Explore Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
📍 A night out at a jazz venue in the city: Incognito at The Alphen Boutique Hotel, The Blue Room, The Athletic Club & Social
📍Unwind on the Franschhoek Wine Tram
📍 Escape a room in 60 minutes at HintHunt Cape Town
📍 Go on a kayak adventure with Kayak Adventures Cape Town
📍Delve into Simon’s Town’s best-kept secrets
#winter #capetown #thingstodoincapetown
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Winter nights, mid-July, in the best city in the world. 😍
📹: @travel_blogged
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We have some exciting news to share...🎉
Cape Town has officially been named Best City in the World by readers of The @telegraph in its 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards! 🏆
More than 20,000 UK travellers cast their votes, placing Cape Town on top once again. This is the seventh time the city has claimed this coveted title, and the second time this year it has been crowned the world’s best. 🥳
Earlier this year, Time Out named Cape Town #1 City in the World. The Mother City topped the publication’s annual list of the Best Cities in the World, with 82% of Capetonians describing the city as beautiful, and 97% of locals saying it makes them happy. 😁
To celebrate, tell us what you absolutely love about the Mother City in the comments below! 🎉
#capetown #lovecapetown #worldbest
📸: @7assaant
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Pretty in winter 😍
Here are some of our favourite images you shared with us. 📸
1. Standing Tall: @dean_lock
2. In bloom: @manieboy.za
3. Shadows: @nasreenroberts
4. Sailing away: @miragecatamaran
5. Aerial landscape: keagzcpt
Tag us in your photographs/reels using #lovecapetown. The best content will feature on our social media accounts.
#capetown #thingstodoincapetown #winter
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Craving a fragrant, flavour-packed curry or something rich, creamy, and comforting? 🍛
Cape Town’s got plenty of eateries to hit the spot. These are a few spots we think you’ll love👇
📍 Curry Club
📍 Bukhara Restaurant
📍 Sundoo Sea Point and Newlands
📍 Prashad Café: Rondebosch, Kloof Street, Constantia Village, UCT
📍Maharajah Indian Restaurant
📍 Vadivelu
Drop some of your favourite restaurants in the comments section...
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Who says winter has to be dull or drain your wallet? Cape Town is jam-packed with cool, cosy, and budget-friendly things to do that’ll keep you smiling all season long. 🤩
We’ve rounded up a bunch of cool activities for under R150pp. ☕️🎨🍿
These include:
📍Visit an Iziko museum: from R50
📍Go coffee shop hopping: from R25
📍Try Scratch Patch and Cave Golf at the V&A Waterfront or Simon’s Town: from R35
📍Catch a film at The Labia Theatre: from R90
📍Explore Guga S’thebe Arts & Culture Centre in Langa: free entry
📍Visit the South African Astronomical Observatory: from R50
Got any budget-friendly gems of your own? Share your favourites in the comments below!
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Grab a front-row seat to one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles as Southern Right whales return to the Cape’s shores between June and November. 🐋
We’ve rounded up some of the best spots in and around Cape Town where you can catch these majestic creatures in action:
📍False Bay
📍Hermanus
📍The West Coast
📍Gansbaai
📍The Whale Trail
📹: @carden_roberts__drones
#capetown #whalewatching #travel
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Winter in Cape Town offers the perfect opportunity to explore exciting activities despite the chilly weather.❄️
Here’s Part 2 of our “100 Things to Do in Cape Town This Winter” series...
📍Meet Colourful Amuki Characters at Wonderdal, Hazendal Wine Estate
📍Treat Yourself to a Spa Day: The Alphen Spa at Alphen Boutique Hotel, Verde Vita Spa at Hotel Verde, Amani Spa at The Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, The Garden Spa at Babylonstoren, Heavenly Spa at The Westin, and Acai Spa & Wellness Oasis at Palm House Boutique Hotel
📍Visit Cape Point
📍Book a Hot Springs Getaway: Caledon Hotel & Spa, AKTV Goudini Spa, The Baths Natural Hot Springs, Montagu Springs
📍TimeOut Market Winter Wine Series
📍 Explore 8000 animals at the Two Oceans Aquarium
📍Take the cable car up Table Mountain
to watch the sunset
#winter #capetown #thingstodoincapetown
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Happy World Chocolate Day! 🍫
To celebrate, we’re shining the spotlight on responsibly sourced chocolate makers in the city. These Cape Town chocolatiers are redefining what it means to treat yourself, sourcing cacao responsibly, supporting farming communities, and creating each bar with respect for the planet.💝
These include:
🍫 Honest Chocolate: 64A Wale St, Cape Town City Centre, and 52 Main Rd, Kalk Bay
🍫 AFRIKOA Chocolate: Shop G11, Makers Landing, Cruise Terminal, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
🍫 Cocoafair Chocolatier: Vissershok Rd, Durbanville
#worldchocolateday #capetown
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This July, we’re bringing you Winter Magic in the Mother City – a chance to win the perfect mix of indoor adventures, foodie delights, and pampering experiences to warm up even the chilliest days! ❄️😎
This fantastic prize, valued at R15 000, includes:
🛏️ A luxurious one-night stay for 2 at de Private Villa at @thekilimafranschhoek (breakfast included!)
💆🏻♀️ @capegracehotel Spa & Dining Winter Package for 2, including three bespoke spa treatments and your choice of a two-course lunch or dinner-pure bliss.
🍷 2 Tickets to @timeoutmarketcapetown’s Winter Wine Series PLUS a R1000 food voucher.
🍇 A @citysightseeingsa Three Region Xplorer Wine Tour with tastings, a cellar tour, sweet pairings and more.
🎨 2 Silver Annual Memberships to @norvalfoundation art museum and sculpture garden.
🎭 Tickets to Chicago: The Musical at @artscapetheatre.
🤩 2 Tickets to the @museumofillusions_capetown – for quirky, indoor fun.
🏛️ Entry for two to @izikomuseumssa– including the Planetarium, National Gallery and more.
To enter, complete the entry form in the link in bio– it takes less than a minute! Entries close Wednesday 30 July 2025. Winner announced on Friday 1 August.
#LoveCapeTown #WinterMagic #CapeTownGiveaway #MotherCityMagic #WinterInCapeTown
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Cape Town, we’ve got a few rainy days ahead! ☔️
Don’t let the weather stop you from exploring as the city’s full of indoor attractions that are worth stepping out for. 🌂
Take a little inspiration from @daynacatherinepipe, who embraced the chill and spent the day discovering some of Cape Town’s cosy attractions. ☕️🖼️
Remember to stay warm and travel safe over the next few days.
📹: @daynacatherinepipe
#capetown #winter
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Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? 😲
Here’s your reminder of how Cape Town will look in 3 months...😉
Rotate your phone for best viewing 😍
📹 + 📸: @ryanwarneke
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