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Cape Town is set to see an influx of visitors from 9 to 12 February 2026 as the 2026 edition of the Mining Indaba takes place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). If you are one of those visitors, well, you've come to the right place, as our team of city experts have put together the ultimate guide to the things you need to do, see, eat, and drink in the Mother City while you network, strike deals, and work towards the betterment of the industry. From the best restaurants Cape Town and surrounds has to offer to the activities you cannot leave the city without trying and the watering holes you must frequent, there is something for all tastes. It's not only the Indaba that Cape Town will be hosting in the week, as South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will be delivering his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, 12 February 2026 at 19h00 in the city. RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Cape Town😋 The best restaurants in Cape Town🏄‍♀️ The best beaches in Cape Town🛍 The best markets in Cape Town🖼 The best museums and galleries in Cape Town Sign up to Time Out's free newsletter for expert recommendations on new things to do, see, eat and drink in the Mother City. You can also follow Time Out Cape Town on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!

Eighteen months after a wildfire devastated one of the Cape’s oldest wine estates, boutique hotel Blaauwklippen Manor – which includes the historic Manor House and Jonkershuis — has reopened to guests.  Let’s turn back the clock to April 2024, though, when a massive fire caused extensive damage to two of the oldest buildings on what is one of the oldest wine farms in the Stellenbosch Winelands. Time Out Trivia: Blaauwklippen was established in 1682, just three decades after Jan van Riebeeck sailed into Table Bay. While many of the original gables were damaged beyond repair, an extensive rejuvenation project led by heritage specialists and conservation architects has restored this graceful Cape estate to its former glory, and Blaawuklippen Manor is once again welcoming guests to this scenic corner of Stellenbosch. Photograph: Time Out The new offering, run by Newmark Hotels, features 11 luxury rooms and suites across a variety of categories.  The Manor House now offers eight en-suite rooms across three categories, with two of those rooms opening onto charming private terraces. The revamped Jonkershuis is positioned as the more suite-style option, with three suites that each include a bedroom, lounge and bathroom. Gas fireplaces in each suite make for a seriously cosy winter stay! Photograph: Time Out But before winter arrives, those lucky enough to book in for the night will also love the expansive swimming pool, stylish pool lounge and bar. The pool area, like the accom

You'll remember earlier in the year that Cape Town came out on top in the Best Cities in the World for 2025 list. That result was confirmed after more than 18,500 city-dwellers took part in Time Out's survey of all the elements which make a city great. One of the elements of the survey had to do with culture - which Cape Town scored highly on. So high, in fact, that it is now officially the 10th best city in the world for culture! Now that's lekker! Time Out Travel explains: 'Each city was given a score for both the quality and affordability of its cultural offering (following the survey), and only the highest-scoring cities for each country made the longlist. We then turned to Time Out’s culture experts – our global network of city editors and art and culture writers – to vote for their favourite destinations. 'The result? The 20 most exciting, dynamic cultural hubs on the planet right now, where experiencing art in all its forms is affordable and accessible – both to those who live there and to those who visit.' Photograph: DEAR EVAN HANSEN How Cape Town ranked highly A huge 89% of Capetonians rate the city’s cultural offering, pointing to events like First Thursdays, Cape Town Jazz Fest and a thriving theatre scene - both big and small productions, as well as what's on offer at the V&A Waterfront, home to our very own Time Out Market Cape Town. You can check out the full list and read Time Out South Africa Content Director Andrew Hallett's thoughts on the Cape Town