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.
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.
Travel Inspiration
Looking for some travel inspiration for your next trip to Cape Town’s Central City? Here are some ideas to get you started:
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You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to food options at the @vandawaterfront! 🥳
The Mother City attraction offers everything from fine dining, food trucks, fast food eateries, and everything in between. 🍽️
Here are some restaurants to check out:
📍TANG
📍Seven Colours Eatery, Battery Park
📍Si Cantina Sociale
📍Beluga, Makers Landing
📍PIER/ The Waterside
📍V&A food trucks
#vandawaterfront #capetownrestaurants #tang #sevencolourseatery #sicantinasociale #beluga #pier #thewaterside #foodie #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
It`s flower season in Cape Town! 🌼
Drop the location of your favourite Mother City flower spots in the comment section...😎
📸: @photography_by_leeanne
#flowerseason #capetown #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
Freedom To Wish is back, and we are excited to give you the opportunity to be a tourist in your own city! 😎
Last year, we granted hundreds of wishes, and we hope to put smiles on many more faces this year. To enter, nominate yourself or a loved one who resides in Cape Town and tell us the one thing you’d love to experience in our beautiful city and why. 🥳
Whatsapp your 60-second voice note or video motivation to 072 662 0626 or email freedomtowish@capetown.travel between 1-26 September 2023. T’s and C’s apply.
Local has never been so lekker. 🫶
#freedomtowish #localhasneverbeensolekker #capetowntourism #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown #capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
Step into another world when you visit Cape Town and explore its countless hiking trails.🚶♀️🚶♂️
Tell us, what are your favourite hiking trails in the Mother City? ⛰️
📹: @toxicity112
#capetown #capetownhikes #hike #hiking #lionshead #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
Are you longing for an escape a short drive from Cape Town? A place that offers a picturesque backdrop, cosy ambiance and natural hot springs? If so, you should add these epic destinations to your bucket list:
📍The Baths
📍The Caledon Hotel and Spa
📍Avalon Springs
📍ATKV Goudini Spa
📍Montagu Springs
#naturalhotsprings #capetown #westerncape #thebaths #caledonhotelandspa #avalonsprings #atkvgoudinispa #montagusprings #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
POV: You’re travelling through Chapman’s Peak, one of Cape Town’s most scenic drives. 🚘
Who are you taking? Tag your besties.😎
📹: @travelling_gypsy
#chapmanspeak #scenicdrive #roadtrip #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
Stand a chance to win one of 2x double tickets to the highly anticipated @trevornoah show on 31 August 2023 at Grand Arena, courtesy of @sun_grandwest . 😎
The prize includes a meal voucher worth R800 to any of the restaurants at GrandWest for the two selected winners. 🍽️
To stand a chance to win, follow @lovecapetown and @sun_grandwest , then complete the online entry form at the link in our bio.
The competition ends on Friday, 25 August 2023, at 12pm. The winners will be announced on the same day.
Please read the terms and conditions carefully before entering this competition:
*The ticket is available for the 31 August 2023 show and is non-transferable.
*The prize includes a meal voucher worth R800 to any of the restaurants at GrandWest for the two selected winners.
*The prize excludes transport to and from the venue.
*The winners will be selected at random from all eligible entries.
#competition #win #grandwest #lovecapetown #trevornoah #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
Cape Town is a captivating solo travel destination worth adding to your bucket list. 😎
Whether you want to indulge in a wine tasting on Table Mountain, immerse yourself in the vibrant colours and history of Bo-Kaap or savour the local scene at bustling markets and museums, there`s a plethora of activities perfectly suited for one. 🥳
📸: @joshheldsinger
#lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika #findyourfreedom #solotravel
Who’s excited about flower season in Cape Town? 🌻🌼🌷
📹: @nicowelgemoed
#lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika #canola #flowerseason
Did someone say brunch? 🍽️
The Mother City is known for its incredible brunch spots scattered throughout the city. 😋
From aesthetic spaces to world-renowned dishes that will make your tastebuds dance, fearless foodies have an array of brunch options to choose from. 😎
Featured in this video:
📍JARRYDS Brunch & Bistro
📍Sonny and Irene
📍Swan Café
📍Egghead Diner
📍BUTTER
📍Ou Meul Bakkery
Other spots to try:
📍Hemelhuijs
📍Jonkershuis
📍Kleinsky’s Delicatessen
📍Four and Twenty
📍Mulberry & Prince
📍Groot Phesantekraal
#brunch #brunchspotsincapetown #foodie #fearlessfoodie #thingstodoincapetown #jarryds #sonnyandirene #swancafe #eggheaddiner #butter #oumeul #lovecapetown #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
Captivating Cape Town-the perfect ocean and mountain escape. 🌊⛰️
If there is one thing you would like to experience in the Mother City, what would it be and why?
📸:@kelvindadams
#lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika #findyourfreedom #tablemountain
POV: Kitesurfing in the Greatest City on Earth! 😉
Tell us, what activities are on your Cape Town adventure bucket list?
📹: @highfivekite
#capetown #kitesurfing #adventure #findyourfreedom #urbanadventurer #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown#capetown #placestogo #travel #kaapstad #lecap #kapstadt #ciudaddelcabo #kapstaden #africa #southafrica #südafrika
