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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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If you’re visiting the Mother City or simply looking to explore some pocket-friendly spots in Cape Town, here are a few cool places worth checking out.
Creator @msafiri_lifestyle shares some of her favourite affordable experiences in Cape Town from her recent trip.
Please note: All prices mentioned below are local South African rates.

📍City Sightseeing Bus: City Sightseeing Cape Town 1 day bus ticket
Winter Kids Special: R49 (aged 4–17), and Winter family package: R675 for 2 adults and 2 kids (aged 4–17). Available until 12 September 2025
📍Table Mountain Aerial Cableway: From R130 return
📍Two Oceans Aquarium: From R195
📍Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden: From R100
📍Hout Bay: Free entry
📍Bo-Kaap: Free entry
📍Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome: From R90
📍Wine tasting: From R100
📍Chapman’s Peak Drive
📍Boulders Beach: From R50
📍Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope: From R105
📍V&A Waterfront: Free entry
📍Camps Bay: Free entry
📍Cape Wheel: From R175

#capetown #lovecapetown #thingstodoincapetown #capetownsouthafrica #budgetfriendly
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ICYMI! @tablemountainca will temporarily close for annual maintenance from Monday, 28 July to Sunday, 3 August 2025.

During this time, all commercial activities at both the Upper and Lower Stations will be closed to the public.

Each year, the Cableway undergoes routine inspections and essential upgrades to ensure the system continues to operate to the highest international safety standards.

Hikers can still enjoy a trek up Table Mountain, with many routes and walkways accessible. However, all facilities at the summit and base stations will be closed during the shutdown.

#tablemountain #tablemountaincableway #capetown
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Winter nights, mid-July, in the best city in the world. 😍

📹: @travel_blogged
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We have some exciting news to share...🎉

Cape Town has officially been named Best City in the World by readers of The @telegraph in its 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards! 🏆

More than 20,000 UK travellers cast their votes, placing Cape Town on top once again. This is the seventh time the city has claimed this coveted title, and the second time this year it has been crowned the world’s best. 🥳

Earlier this year, Time Out named Cape Town #1 City in the World. The Mother City topped the publication’s annual list of the Best Cities in the World, with 82% of Capetonians describing the city as beautiful, and 97% of locals saying it makes them happy. 😁

To celebrate, tell us what you absolutely love about the Mother City in the comments below! 🎉

#capetown #lovecapetown #worldbest

📸: @7assaant
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Craving a fragrant, flavour-packed curry or something rich, creamy, and comforting? 🍛

Cape Town’s got plenty of eateries to hit the spot. These are a few spots we think you’ll love👇

📍 Curry Club
📍 Bukhara Restaurant
📍 Sundoo Sea Point and Newlands
📍 Prashad Café: Rondebosch, Kloof Street, Constantia Village, UCT
📍Maharajah Indian Restaurant
📍 Vadivelu

Drop some of your favourite restaurants in the comments section...
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Who says winter has to be dull or drain your wallet? Cape Town is jam-packed with cool, cosy, and budget-friendly things to do that’ll keep you smiling all season long. 🤩

We’ve rounded up a bunch of cool activities for under R150pp. ☕️🎨🍿

These include:
📍Visit an Iziko museum: from R50
📍Go coffee shop hopping: from R25
📍Try Scratch Patch and Cave Golf at the V&A Waterfront or Simon’s Town: from R35
📍Catch a film at The Labia Theatre: from R90
📍Explore Guga S’thebe Arts & Culture Centre in Langa: free entry
📍Visit the South African Astronomical Observatory: from R50

Got any budget-friendly gems of your own? Share your favourites in the comments below!
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Grab a front-row seat to one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles as Southern Right whales return to the Cape’s shores between June and November. 🐋

We’ve rounded up some of the best spots in and around Cape Town where you can catch these majestic creatures in action:

📍False Bay
📍Hermanus
📍The West Coast
📍Gansbaai
📍The Whale Trail

📹: @carden_roberts__drones

#capetown #whalewatching #travel
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