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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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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 6 best Cape Town rivers to explore - and help restore
Cape Town is not all about mountains and the seaside
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The 19 best birthday freebies in Cape Town
Want to celebrate your birthday without breaking the bank?
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The best day hikes in Cape Town
Whether it’s for just a few hours, or a full day out, these are the best hikes to tackle within Table Mountain National Park
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Things to do beyond Cape Town
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The best things to do in Franschhoek
From wine tram hopping to world-class dining, here’s how to do the Winelands’ most indulgent valley properly
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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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The ultimate guide to Paarl Winelands
The town where historic charm, world-class wine and scenic beauty meet
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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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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
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Best things to do in Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch rewards curiosity and confidently insists that one visit is never quite enough.
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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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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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Ryan Cole
Over the past decade, few chefs have shaped Cape Town’s fine dining scene quite like Ryan Cole
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Tracey Lange
A proud Cape Town local, originally from Somerset West, Tracey is deeply passionate about empowering women, giving back to communities, and shining a light on...
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Yassir Ebrahim
Get under the skin of Cape Town with top tips from Ellerman House concierge Yassir Ebrahim.
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Latest things to do news
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Run Your City 10K cancelled! Heavy rain, strong winds ahead
Yet another major sporting event has fallen foul of bad weather, as organisers prioritise safety.
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Wild weather ahead: Cape reserves closed
With heavy rain on the horizon, nature reserves across the Western Cape are being closed to keep staff and visitors safe.
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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, 8 May to Sunday, 10 May!
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Virgin Atlantic boosts Cape Town flights for 2026/27 season
New seasonal increase from the British airline expands connectivity options for travellers to and from the Mother City.
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Simon's Town Festival: Swim, sip and sax
The Simon’s Town Festival returns this month with open-water dips, jazz, heritage walks and a beer sprint!
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Film
Encounters 2026 to open with powerful premiere of Tutu
Cape Town’s winter calendar is set for a cinematic lift this June!
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It's all about the good life this May in Cape Town
The Good Life Show returns this May. Here's everything you need to know about the three-day event...
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Weather Alert: Western Cape set for snow and severe flooding
The Garden Route is on alert for severe flooding, while snow is expected in the high-lying regions of the Western Cape.
Travel
Steep fuel hike, yet South Africans continue to travel!
South Africans are not cancelling their travel plans, even if flights are more than 50% pricier.
Restaurants
Fine winter fare at Firehorse
Just weeks after a fire gutted the Stables Restaurant on Vergelegen, Firehorse has galloped out of the starting gates to keep diners well-fed through winter.