Discover Cape Town’s Central City

About the Area

Cape Town’s Central City is a vibrant CBD which is home to a diverse population, and the variety of food, art, and music on offer is truly unique. Restaurants, eateries, coffee shops and a vibey nightlife are just some of the things that come to mind when thinking about Cape Town’s ‘City Bowl’.

Long Street is the perfect place to start exploring, with its vibrant nightlife and array of shops, restaurants and bars, while the famous Greenmarket Square, is where you can buy everything from spices to souvenirs – there’s always something going on.

Thanks to First Thursdays, it’s also become a hub for the city’s creative scene. Every first Thursday of the month, galleries and museums stay open late, and there are often free art exhibitions and performances to enjoy. 

Head to Woodstock to see Cape Town’s trendy art district, or the Gardens, where you can enjoy a picnic in the park. No matter what you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it in Cape Town’s City Centre.

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Explore the Central City's Neighbourhoods and Attractions

Cape Town’s central city is home to some of the most popular neighbourhoods in the city. 

Things to Do in Cape Town's Central City

Looking for things to do in Cape Town’s central city? You won’t be short on options! The V&A Waterfront is a great place to start but there are some great places to visit in the surrounding neighbourhoods. 

Places to Stay in Central City

Cape Town’s Central City is a vibrant and exciting place to stay, with plenty of accommodation options to suit all budgets. Whether you’re looking for luxury accommodation or a more eclectic vibe the areas has much to offer with its range of stylish hotels and apartments.

Places to Eat & Drink in the Central City

Cape Town’s Central City offers a wide range of places to eat and drink, from waterfront cafes to trendy restaurants.

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Soak Up Simon’s Town’s history and art scene!

Sip an aromatic cup of coffee while paging through a gripping novel, wander through the past and present at the South African Naval Museum, or enjoy a scenic walk to the Just Nuisance statue.

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📍 South African Naval Museum
📍 Warrior Toy Museum and Shop
📍 Just Nuisance Statue

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Richard Yeomans is among many persons with disabilities who have the opportunity to experience the thrilling rush of the ocean through adaptive surfing lessons. 🌊

Surf Emporium, the only officially ‘Surfing South Africa’ accredited Adaptive Surf School in South Africa, has made great strides within this space through regular surf clinics and group or private adaptive surfing lessons.

The organisation, together with the Roxy Davis Foundation and Adaptive Surfing Cape Town, aims to show people with disabilities that surfing is possible.

Adaptive Surfing Cape Town also hosts monthly Adaptive Surf Clinics throughout the year.

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Hundreds of Capetonians (and visitors to the Mother City) celebrated @capetowncarnival during its iconic parade this evening.

The mega-annual event did not disappoint visitors, showcasing incredible floats, dramatic costumes, and high energy dancers and entertainment. 💃

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The Cape Wheel is back in action at The V&A Waterfront at its new location at Breakwater Boulevard! 🥳🎡

Visitors will now get picturesque views of Table Mountain, Granger Bay, and Signal Hill.

The popular Cape Town activity is open daily and should be included in any traveller's bucket list.

And, if you are a SA citizen, you get to enjoy The Cape Wheel for free on your birthday when you show proof of ID!

Ticket sales are currently open. Visit http://www.capewheel.co.za/ for ticket prices and opening times.

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Soak Up Simon’s Town’s foodie scene! 🍲

Enjoy mouth-watering fish n chips by the seaside, tuck into a freshly prepared organic meal with a scenic view, or treat yourself to a luxurious fine dining experience during sunset. 

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Soak up Simon’s Town’s exhilarating experiences! 🤿

Opt for a swim with penguins at Boulders Beach, a diving adventure at the Great African Sea Forests, or a thrilling shark cage diving experience at Simon’s Town. 

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Happy Pride! 🌈✨

The streets of Cape Town came alive with Pride festivities.

Hailed the biggest ever Pride event the city has ever seen, this year’s festivities saw a bigger stage, larger grounds, more stalls, and captivating entertainment.

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Happy World Wildlife Day! 🐆

The day celebrates and raises awareness about the importance of protecting wild animals and plants around the world. 

Attractions like @aquilasafaris and @inverdoornsafari have been at the forefront of conservation and anti-poaching.  

From Aquila's fight against rhino poaching to Inverdoorn's cheetah conservation efforts-these two reserves are making an indelible mark for wildlife conservation. 

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A successful first E-Prix in Cape Town! 🥳 Congratulations to @afelixdacosta and @porsche.motorsport on the win 🏆

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We're giving away 5 double tickets to Africa's Elite Action Sport Fest: ULT.X AFRICA! 🛹

The event takes place at the @vandawaterfront from 3-4 March 2023.

To stand a chance to win, tag a friend you want to take along with you and ensure that you both follow @ultimatex_ and @lovecapetown.

The competition runs until 1 March 2023 and winners will be announced on 2 March 2023.

Terms and Conditions:
-Ticket entry is for Friday, 3 March 2023
- Winners must reside in Cape Town or close
- Transport to and from the venue is for the winners' own account
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