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Athlone - About the Neighbourhood

Athlone is a Cape Town neighbourhood located just east of the Cape Town CBD. The area is popular with visitors and residents alike, thanks to its convenient location and array of amenities.

Vangate Mall is the perfect place to do some shopping, while Wembley Roadhouse is ideal for grabbing a bite to eat. Super Fisheries – the inventor of the Gatsby – is a great spot for fresh seafood. The nearby Cape Town International Airport makes Athlone an ideal base for exploring the Western Cape.

Home to a diverse population, Athlone is known for its vibrant performing arts scene. The Athlone Drama Society stages regular productions of both classic and contemporary plays, and the Athlone Little Theatre hosts a variety of musical performances and stand-up comedy shows. 

Whether you’re looking for a place to stay or just somewhere to visit, Athlone is definitely worth a look.

Key Attractions in Athlone

Athlone is a vibrant and culturally rich suburb of Cape Town where sport, art and diversity are the order of the day. 

Things to Do in Athlone

Athlone in Cape Town is a cultural hub made up of a number of vibrant arts, culture, and memorial areas that form a centre for culturally diversity. 

Places to Stay in Athlone

If you’re looking for a place to stay in this region, there are several excellent options to choose from.

Places to Eat & Drink in Athlone

With its rich cultural diversity, Athlone offers a wide selection of dining options. 

Travel Inspiration

Looking for some travel inspiration for your next trip to Athlone? Here are some ideas to get you started:

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@jetset_journalist shares his 10-day Cape Town itinerary😎

Here’s some inspo on where to go this upcoming long weekend:

Day 1: Breakfast @paulinescoffeect, explore Sea Point and the @vandawaterfront , lunch @themojomarket, sunset at Signal Hill
Day 2: Hike up Lions Head, Camps Bay, lunch @mantracafe.za, dinner @grand_pavilion
Day 3: Discover @ozcfarm, @kirstenbosch_nbg , Camps Bay
Day 4: Breakfast @plato.coffee , Hout Bay, Chapman‘s Peak, Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Muizenberg
Day 5: Breakfast @truthcoffee.capetown, @dezalzelodge, @waterford_estate, Stellenbosch Street Soirée
Day 6: Stellenbosch: lunch at @fatbutcher_sa and wine tasting at @ernieelswines
Day 7: Bo-Kaap, Lunch @clarkescapetown, explore Clifton beaches, followed by drinks @thebungalowclifton
Day 8: Take the cable car up Table Mountain, breakfast @nourishdcapetown, lunch @zuneywagyu, and dinner @kloofstreethouse
Day 9: Helicopter experience, Sunset at The Rock, dinner @cafe_paradiso_cpt
Day 10: @ozcfarm, Camps Bay, lunch @mantracafe.za, Clifton Beaches, sunset at Signal Hill

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Your sign to go on an @aquilasafaris trip 🦁🐘🦒

📹: @airplaneandie

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Competition closed

Congrats to @_danielledaniels_ Kindly DM us your contact details, so we can send through the tickets. 🥳

Experience the glitz and glam of a Las Vegas fight night right here in Cape Town. 🥊

Stand a chance to win five general seating tickets for you and four friends to Fight Island 2: Vegas in Africa at Cabo Beach Club on Saturday, 26 April 2025.

Fight Island is a premier boxing event series that brings elite combat sports to breathtaking locations, delivering high-energy bouts, world-class entertainment, and a unique luxury experience. Following the resounding success of the inaugural Fight Island event last year, this second installment promises to be bigger, bolder, and more explosive than ever. 😎

Fans can expect a high-stakes fight card featuring top-tier local and international fighters, along with music, show-stopping performances, and an audience of passionate fight enthusiasts.🙌

To enter, follow @lovecapetown and @fight_islandct, then tag the friends you’d love to share this experience with. Entries close at 3pm on Thursday, 24 April 2025. The winner will be announced later that day.

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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?
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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!😉

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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. 🔍

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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.😁

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