Things to Do

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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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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Sunset spots

Show me a city on earth with better sunsets. No hurry, I’ll wait

The best museums and galleries

Take a deep dive into the history and culture of Cape Town with a wander through the city’s best museums and galleries

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Best dog-friendly beaches

You might not know it, but not all beaches are made equal when it comes to your furry friends in the Mother City

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Cape Town's coolest street right now

Framed by Table Mountain, Kloof Street is where the city bowl meets the creative vibe of the Mother City

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Things to do beyond Cape Town

The 18 best day trips from Cape Town

Whether it's wine, whales or wide open beaches, explore beyond the city with these fabulous day trips from the Mother City

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The ultimate guide to Saint Helena Island

If you’re drawn to places with a genuine sense of isolation, it doesn't get better than Saint Helena Island

Sport and fitness

The 11 best golf courses in the Cape Winelands

The Cape Winelands may be famous for its world-class wines, but it’s also becoming recognised as one of the world’s premier golf destinations

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The ultimate guide to Paarl Winelands

The town where historic charm, world-class wine and scenic beauty meet

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Your quintessential West Coast guide

Tap into four days of coastal cool, bloom-chasing, and small-town flavour

The 13 best safari trips from Cape Town

From a day-trip adventure to a weekend escape, find whales and the Big Five with these wild getaways in the Cape!

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Siv Ngesi

The contrasts of the Mother City have shaped Siv Ngesi from the start, making him as Capetonian as they come

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Sindiso Khumalo

Blending African storytelling with a focus on sustainable fashion, designer Sindiso Khumalo shares her favourite haunts

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Ivor Jones

Here’s where Chef Ivor Jones suggests you eat, sip, and take some time out this season

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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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Carl Wastie

What does the award-winning presenter get up to when he’s off-air?

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