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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.

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.

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You know what time it is!😍
Have a blessed Easter weekend ✨

Kitchens across the city are filled with the aromas of this lekker local favourite. Got your pickled fish ready?
#heritagefood #capetownculture #capetownsouthafrica🇿🇦 #easter2025
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The final day of our #CPTEasterTreasureHunt brought ALL the energy!💃

Congratulations to our winners, who were the first to find our secret locations:

📍RLabs, Mitchell’s Plain: Tamlynne Thompson

📍HintHunt, V&A Waterfront: Cleopatra and Arsene

A massive thank you to today’s sponsors:

Radisson Red: An overnight stay for two including breakfast

The Diamond Works: A jewellery piece

Blaauwberg Beach Hotel: Dinner voucher for 2 at Waves Restaurant

Keep an eye on our page to see who the winner of our Ultimate Cape Town Prize is!😉

#CPTEasterTreasureHunt
#LoveCapeTown
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The #CPTEasterTreasureHunt is in full swing! 🐣

If you solved today’s clue, you’d know that the secret spots were Willowbridge Shopping Centre in Tyger Valley and Southey’s Vines in Somerset West. 🤩

A huge congratulations to today’s winners, who were the first to make it to the locations:
📍Willowbridge Shopping Centre: Sonia Rietmuller
📍Southey’s Vines: Sizwo Phuthumani and Jaiden Mentoor

A special thanks to today’s sponsors:
Krystal Beach Hotel: 2 night stay for 2 people

Stellenbosch Wine Tractor: Hop on hop off wine tasting tour for 4

Missed today’s excitement? Don’t worry, the hunt continues until 17 April 2024. 🤩
Two fresh clues drop daily at 9am and 1pm on our Love Cape Town Instagram and Facebook stories.
Plus, everyone who enters at the locations can stand a chance to win The Ultimate Cape Town Experience of a curated treasure chest of the city’s finest adventures. The draw takes place on Thursday, 17 April, at our final mystery location. 🔍

#CPTEasterTreasureHunt
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The first clues drop tomorrow at 9am! 🔍

Grab your crew and get ready to explore. 😎

8 neighbourhoods. 4 days. 1 grand prize! 🏆 🐇

The Cape Town Easter Treasure Hunt

14-17 April 2025

Follow us on our Instagram and Facebook social pages for daily updates.😁

#CPTEasterTreasureHunt
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Something exciting is coming to Cape Town. 🐇

Follow us on our Instagram and Facebook social pages for updates.😁

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Come with us to Observatory 🔭📚🧪

Here’s part 1 of our cool things to do in Observatory series:

📍 Cape Town Science Centre
📍 OBZ Books
📍 Revolution Records
📍 Total Ninja
📍 Theatre Arts
📍 South African Astronomical Observatory

Got any favourite places you love visiting in this area? Drop them in the comments section...
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The only thing better than the view? Sharing it with your bestie. 🚗

Tag your Chappies road trip buddy in the comments section...

📹: @airplaneandie
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It’s competition time! 🤩

Stand a chance to win one of two vouchers to visit @robben_island. Each voucher is valid for four guests.

The lucky winner and three other guests will enjoy a return boat trip to Robben Island and, once ashore, hop aboard a guided bus tour around the island before stepping inside the maximum-security prison for an insightful tour led by a former political prisoner🚶🏾🚶‍♀️🚶🏽‍♂️🚎⛴️

Robben Island-where former South African president Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison-is a must-visit attraction when exploring Cape Town. The island is steeped in history and offers some of the most iconic views of Table Mountain.⛰️

To enter, follow @lovecapetown and @robben_island, then complete and submit the online entry form in the link in bio. Entries close at 12pm on Monday, 25 April 2025. The winner will be announced later that day.

#capetown #robbenisland #competition
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