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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Happy International Day of Sign Languages 🤟
With over 300 different sign languages in use globally, each with its own unique vocabulary and grammar, this special day celebrates the importance of preserving sign languages as part of linguistic and cultural diversity.
This year is extra special as South African Sign Language became SA’s 12th official language in July this year. 🎉
“Accessibility With Jabaar” TV presenter Jabaar Cassiem Mohamed, who is doing incredible work within the deaf community in the city, shares some sign words you should know when visiting Cape Town.
Together, let’s ignite the revolution of universal access in the Mother City.
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Our Freedom To Wish handovers continued this week with our @lovecapetown and the @cityofct teams spreading cheer throughout the city. ✨
Congrats to our winners, who will experience some of the best Mother City attractions for the first time.
You still have the opportunity to make your wish. 😁
All you need to do is 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.
Entries close on 26 September. T’s and C’s apply.
Local has never been so lekker. 🫶
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Between the towering mountains and its picturesque beaches, Cape Town’s magic is endless. ⛰️
What is on your Mother City bucket list for the upcoming long weekend?😎
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Cape Town sunsets hit different. 🌅
Tag someone you would like to share this sunset with?
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Summer is loading. ☀️⛱️
Get ready for beach days, endless sunshine, ice cream strolls on the Prom, and epic water adventures. 🍦
What`s your go-to summer spot in the Mother City?
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Our @lovecapetown crew continues to spread cheer throughout Cape Town with our Freedom To Wish initiative. ✨
Congrats to our winners, who will experience some of the best Mother City attractions for the first time. 😁
If you haven’t entered yet, there’s still time!
All you need to do is 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.
Freedom To Wish continues until 26 September 2023. T’s and C’s apply.
Local has never been so lekker. 🫶
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Visiting Cape Town and want to know what to add to your bucket list? Check out @adamrikys kwaai (cool) suggestions...
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Our @lovecapetown crew is spreading cheer throughout Cape Town, granting wishes to all those who nominated loved ones and participated in Freedom To Wish. 🥳
Congratulations to our winners, who will experience some of the best Mother City attractions for the first time. These include trips up Table Mountain, Big 5 safaris, paragliding, Robben Island tours, Red Bus tickets, heliflips and overnight stays. 🚁🚠
Freedom To Wish continues until 26 September 2023.
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. 🫶
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Postcard perfect. ⛰️
Tell us, what are some of your favourite scenic locations in the Mother City?
Drop your suggestions in the comment section. 🥳
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Best of luck to our Springboks as they kick off their first Rugby World Cup game against Scotland tonight! 🏉
Our friends at @citysightseeingsa have created this incredible video to cheer on the Bokke and spread the gees around Cape Town. 🥳
Go Bokke! 🇿🇦
We would love to know your favourite spots to watch the game in Cape Town in the comment section.
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Excitement is in the air as the @rugbyworldcup kicks off this weekend, and there’s no better place to catch all the action than in the Mother City! 🏉
Whether you’re a die-hard rugby fan or just looking for a lively atmosphere to soak in the gees, we’ve got you covered. 🥳
Here are some places offering live viewings of the Rugby World Cup:
📍Union Bar, Table Bay Hotel
📍The Fireman’s Arms
📍DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town
📍Makers Landing
📍V&A Waterfront
📍Mojo Market
Drop your suggestions for other spots where you can watch the rugby in the comment section. 😎
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"Starin` at the sunset, babe." 🎶
Where do you love to end a day in Cape Town?
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