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If you're heading to the V&A Waterfront over the next few months, we've got some good news and some bad news.
Bad news: traffic access along parts of Dock Road will be impacted, while ageing water and sewer pipelines are replaced as part of a major infrastructure upgrade. Construction will run for around 33 weeks, from mid-April to the end of November 2026, and will include excavation, trenching, and road reinstatement.
The good news? One of the city’s most popular leisure destinations is rolling out free parking and electric shuttle rides to help visitors get around during construction.
The Silo and Clock Tower parking garages will offer free parking on weekends from May through October, while the Battery Park parking garage remains free to the public on weekends.
A free electric shuttle service, operating on weekdays, will also continue running across the precinct. The service uses electric golf carts and three-wheeled e-bikes to help visitors move easily between key areas.
Most construction will take place along Dock Road near The Watershed and the Two Oceans Aquarium, extending towards Ebenezer Circle and the Astron garage intersection.
Traffic will continue to flow through the area, with two outgoing lanes and one incoming lane kept open, supported by traffic marshals and signage to guide drivers and pedestrians.
Time Out Tip: Attending a show or meeting during peak periods? Rather get into the Waterfront precinct early. Check out the Neighbourhood Feels Good specials for locals running at the Time Out Market Cape Town. Download their app - Android | Apple - to find out more.
Ongoing developments, fully operational
Despite the upgrades, the Waterfront remains open and fully operational. From shopping and fine dining to museums and art galleries, there’s a reason it draws millions of visitors each year - and it’s exactly this kind of investment that helps the historic harbour evolve while remaining a world-class working waterfront.
Fun fact: the Waterfront is essentially a living museum with centuries of maritime history. Take a look at In Pictures: V&A Waterfront through the years.
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Several projects are also shaping the precinct’s future. A proposed R24-billion Granger Bay development aims to reclaim around three hectares of land from Table Bay to create a sheltered bay, new coastal walkways, tidal pools, and public open spaces that extend the promenade westwards.
SEE: The 20 best things to do at the V&A Waterfront
Meanwhile, a R230-million superyacht marina is under development at Quay 7 - the same area where the new R1bn Marriott EDITION hotel is set to open later this year. Designed to accommodate vessels between 40 and 90 metres, the marina will add specialised servicing facilities and further position Cape Town as a growing hub for maritime tourism.
Together, these upgrades and developments signal that the Waterfront isn’t standing still. Sure, you may need a little patience navigating the precinct over the coming months - but the investment is part of keeping one of Cape Town’s most iconic destinations evolving for the future.