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The 45 best things to do in Cape Town right now
With the Atlantic Ocean on the doorstep and Table Mountain National Park as the ‘back garden’, it’s little wonder Cape Town is hailed as one...
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Whether you have a week to explore or a day to see it all, here's how to make the most of the 'Mother City'...
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Where to watch whales near Cape Town
Pack a picnic and a pair of binoculars and make a day of breaching, blowing and spy-hopping
Art
The 7 best lesser-known art galleries in Cape Town
Discover another world of independent galleries spotlighting talented artists you should know about
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The 15 best golf courses in Cape Town
Cape Town’s dramatic scenery offers the perfect backdrop for a round of golf
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The 32 best ways to discover Cape Town’s ‘East City’
Lace up your walking shoes and dive into Time Out’s pick of the best places to visit in Cape Town’s East City
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The best safari escapes close to Cape Town
Just a short drive from Cape Town you can spot the 'Big Five' roaming the veld, learn about conservation efforts and spot whales breaching offshore
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The ultimate guide to the Durbanville Winelands
One of Cape Town’s most convenient wine country and (arguably) the spiritual home of Sauvignon Blanc in the Cape Winelands
Travel
The best way to travel to Antarctica from Cape Town
You read that correctly: you can swap Cape Town’s sunny beaches for the seventh continent’s Deep Field in less than six hours
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Cheap getaways: the best winter specials!
From luxe to laid-back, we've updated and expanded our selection of winter deals that will help you holiday for less
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Where to snow hunt this winter near Cape Town
Pack your boots, grab a flask, and let’s go snow hunting
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The 7 best stargazing getaways near Cape Town
While city lights can hamper stargazing, there are a few prime spots around the Mother City to catch grand celestial sights
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Will Linley
Where does this global star hang out when he's home in South Africa's Mother City?
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Mandisi Dyantyis
Discover the corners of Cape Town that inspire Dyantyi's celebrated blend of musical storytelling
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Lisa Goosen
Central to the appeal of Tintswalo is a distinct sense of place, and for Lisa, the place closest to her heart is Cape Town
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Justine Mahoney
Visual artist Justine Mahoney shares her favourite corners of Cape Town...
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Cape Town’s underwater wonder makes cover of TIME magazine
Time Out Cape Town got the inside scoop on where the photo was taken, and why it made the cover!
Kids
Kids go free to Robben Island this winter
Cape Town families looking for a winter outing at a small price, but with big impact, have a new reason to book the ferry to Robben Island.
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Cape Town Weekend Weather: Bring on the braai, before rain returns
Mild sunshine and crisp mountain air in the Mother City (as Europe swelters through record-breaking heat!)
Restaurants
The world’s best burgers ranked - and Cape Town’s in the bunfight
Burger lovers, this is your bucket list... with Cape Town coming in second worldwide. Enjoy!
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What's on in Cape Town this June!
A guide to the best things to do and places to go this June in the Mother City.
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Jason Vanporppal is only $6K away from his target to build Africa’s biggest skatepark
Jason receives hero's welcome after skateboarding from Kampala, Uganda, to Cape Town in 106 days.
Theatre
Please Don't Call Me Moffie!
This production returns to Artscape, exploring toxic masculinity, queer phobia and mental health.
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Out and About in Cape Town: Best things to do this weekend
Your complete guide to the best of the Mother City, from Friday, 29 May to Sunday, 31 May!
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Mickey and the gang to rock the house!
Disney celebrates its return to South Africa. Bring on the magic and spectacular special effects!
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Theatre of Taste and Wild & Stirred set to star at Good Life Show
It's nearly time for the Good Life Show... are you ready?