The end-of-year holidays are a great opportunity to spend time showing your children some of the wonderful things Cape Town has to offer. There are theatre productions and exhibitions, and activities ranging from learning to surf to tobogganing on dry land. Here are ten things to do in Cape Town with kids this summer. Updated…
Planning a holiday can be a real balancing act for parents. Finding the right place to stay is an essential part of the puzzle: kids need to be well entertained, while the adults want to have a fun and relaxing time. Never fear, because we have rounded up some of the best accommodation options for…
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World has plenty to offer visitors, and this summer there’s an exciting line-up of events and things to do that you don’t want to miss! Here are some highlights. Watch Passenger live The English singer-songwriter is back in Cape Town after an exceptional response to his opening act for Ed Sheeren…
Shopping for Christmas gifts in Cape Town can be a daunting and stressful experience, and all major shopping malls are brimming with people. Here we round up the best Christmas markets in Cape Town, where you can enjoy delicious food, wine, and a festive vibe while you shop for unique, artisinal gifts. Constantia Gift Fair…
With summer upon us, it’s time to round up some of our top cocktail bars in Cape Town. Here are some local favourites, which have the magic formula of views, tasty drinks, and location down! Blowfish, Table View For great views, it’s hard to beat Blowfish. It overlooks the majestic Table Bay, with picture-postcard views…
Cape Town is a haven for thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies. You could stay for weeks and still not tick off all the adventure activities on offer! Here’s a handy guide to getting the most out of your Cape Town trip, if it’s adventure you’re after. What to do There are so many things to experience…
One of the best ways to really explore Cape Town is by car. The city has some of the most amazing roads, which wind around the mountains and offer stunning sea views. Here are a few drives you can take to really soak up the splendour of Cape Town. Rent a car to to get around Cape…
Cape Town has had a gin revolution, a whiskey movement and now it’s time for the world’s favourite party spirit to have its time to shine. Tequila has had something of a resurgence in popularity worldwide and local distilleries have turned their hand toward making the agave-based spirit. While they can’t technically call it tequila—real…
It’s that time of the year – Silo Concerts are back from October 2019 to February 2020! On the first Friday of every month head down to the Silo District for some awesome entertainment. See more of the exciting events taking place this month What to expect Live music from fun local and international acts…
In Cape Town, some of the best things in life are free. Here are some of our favourite free things to do in Cape Town, so you can keep discovering the city no matter your budget! Last update: October 2019 See a silo concert From October 2019 to February 2020, head to the V&A Waterfront‘s…
Open Design Afrika is a multi-disciplinary showcase of Afrikan (they spell it with a ‘k’ as a homage to indigenous languages) creativity and talent. Taking place from the 18th to the 26th of October 2019, the festival features events, classes, workshops and experiences that aim to drive education, innovation and community. From Makers Spaces where…
17 October 2019 Market shopping is big in Cape Town, and locals love to spend summer evenings and weekends browsing the stalls, selling everything from curios and clothes, to delectable food and drinks. Here are just some of our favourite markets that you can visit while in the city. Oranjezicht City Farm Market, V&A Waterfront…
