Guidebook for Cape Town
Arts & Culture
Walk from the ART house through Company Gardens (15 mins)
Take in one painting, sculpture or stay all morning!
190 locals recommend
Iziko South African National Gallery
Government AvenueWalk from the ART house through Company Gardens (15 mins)
Take in one painting, sculpture or stay all morning!
The tiny Fugard theatre is lovely. Ive seen some great productions (Cabaret) And some truly awful shows (Orpheus in Africa) So check out whats on and go along with an open mind.
274 locals recommend
The Fugard Theatre
The tiny Fugard theatre is lovely. Ive seen some great productions (Cabaret) And some truly awful shows (Orpheus in Africa) So check out whats on and go along with an open mind.
A tiny theatre that produces some surprisingly high quality performances. Check out on the web whats showing during your stay. Many supper options on the beach front after.
156 locals recommend
Theatre on The Bay
Link StreetA tiny theatre that produces some surprisingly high quality performances. Check out on the web whats showing during your stay. Many supper options on the beach front after.
If you love architecture and art, you must visit the MOCAA. Its pure heaven! There's a variety of places to eat nearby or wander into the waterfront for shopping, live music, people watching.
482 locals recommend
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
South Arm RoadIf you love architecture and art, you must visit the MOCAA. Its pure heaven! There's a variety of places to eat nearby or wander into the waterfront for shopping, live music, people watching.
Sightseeing
You cant visit Cape Town and not stand on Table mountain. Ride up in minutes, walk up the various paths, run up? However you choose to explore this beautiful mountain its a must.
473 locals recommend
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway station
Pipe TrackYou cant visit Cape Town and not stand on Table mountain. Ride up in minutes, walk up the various paths, run up? However you choose to explore this beautiful mountain its a must.
Beautiful vineyard offering - Fine dining (Babel) easy going fresh food (The Greenhouse) Wonderful garden to discover (great for kids) Designer Deli stuffed with fresh picnic supplies. Enjoy!
183 locals recommend
Babylonstoren
Klapmuts - Simondium RoadBeautiful vineyard offering - Fine dining (Babel) easy going fresh food (The Greenhouse) Wonderful garden to discover (great for kids) Designer Deli stuffed with fresh picnic supplies. Enjoy!
Food Scene
Views extend across the mountain, woodland and down to Camps Bay. Inside its a bit old fashioned, outside on the lawn more relaxed. Freindly staff. A variety of food from formal to informal.
153 locals recommend
The Lawns at the Roundhouse
Round House RoadViews extend across the mountain, woodland and down to Camps Bay. Inside its a bit old fashioned, outside on the lawn more relaxed. Freindly staff. A variety of food from formal to informal.
Perfect! If you like excellent food and simple, happy, cheerful surroundings. Candle lit and romantic in the evenings.
51 locals recommend
Pesce Azzurro Seafood Italian Bistro
Perfect! If you like excellent food and simple, happy, cheerful surroundings. Candle lit and romantic in the evenings.
Nice food and service. Team with a walk in Company Gardens, shopping in Bree & Kloof Street or a movie at the Labia?
115 locals recommend
Societi Bistro
50 Orange StNice food and service. Team with a walk in Company Gardens, shopping in Bree & Kloof Street or a movie at the Labia?
There are no stunning views from the Test Kitchen other than those placed on your plate. Each dish carefully crafted for both the eye and its deliciousness. You need time to enjoy the Test kitchen, Its not a place to grab lunch or dinner, its a high end culinary experience. Book well in advance.
259 locals recommend
The Test Kitchen
375 Albert RdThere are no stunning views from the Test Kitchen other than those placed on your plate. Each dish carefully crafted for both the eye and its deliciousness. You need time to enjoy the Test kitchen, Its not a place to grab lunch or dinner, its a high end culinary experience. Book well in advance.
Simple food prepared with love, care & fresh ingredients. Huge selection of specialist coffee & Tea. Their menu reads ... 'Let the tea leaves unfurl & dance with the soul'
425 locals recommend
Truth Coffee Roasting
36 Buitenkant StSimple food prepared with love, care & fresh ingredients. Huge selection of specialist coffee & Tea. Their menu reads ... 'Let the tea leaves unfurl & dance with the soul'
If you love 'food' not just 'eating' give the Pot Luck a try. Its a culinary experience. You will need to book well in advance.
312 locals recommend
The Pot Luck Club
373-375 Albert RdIf you love 'food' not just 'eating' give the Pot Luck a try. Its a culinary experience. You will need to book well in advance.
If you are celebrating as special occasion or just want to splash out on a really nice cake, cup cakes, biscuits etc., Head for Charly's Bakery (Don't be put off by the really annoying strap line? Very odd, doesn't seem to have hurt their business) From the pink striped boxes to the sparkly toppings on their amazing cakes its all perfection. There's a cafe too if you want to take your time whilst you decide.
94 locals recommend
Charly's Bakery
36-38 Canterbury StIf you are celebrating as special occasion or just want to splash out on a really nice cake, cup cakes, biscuits etc., Head for Charly's Bakery (Don't be put off by the really annoying strap line? Very odd, doesn't seem to have hurt their business) From the pink striped boxes to the sparkly toppings on their amazing cakes its all perfection. There's a cafe too if you want to take your time whilst you decide.
20 Mins drive from the ART house. Amazing elevated view over the vines with mountain range beyond. A simple menu of cheese board or salad. Excellent wine tasting. Relaxed, open air, great service.
215 locals recommend
Constantia Glen
Constantia Main Road20 Mins drive from the ART house. Amazing elevated view over the vines with mountain range beyond. A simple menu of cheese board or salad. Excellent wine tasting. Relaxed, open air, great service.
In the heart of down town Cape Town. Almost hidden! Look for 88 on wall and brass plaque on floor. A small alleyway takes you up into a modern open kitchen restaurant with Georgian/Victorian mix decor. The food is certainly not from a past era. Asian influences combined with traditional roast potato, deserts that demand attention when being plated at your table. Its NOT pretentious, its friendly, food prepared and served with a flourish. Keep an open mind and try something away from your comfort zone.
121 locals recommend
The Shortmarket Club
199 Oxford RoadIn the heart of down town Cape Town. Almost hidden! Look for 88 on wall and brass plaque on floor. A small alleyway takes you up into a modern open kitchen restaurant with Georgian/Victorian mix decor. The food is certainly not from a past era. Asian influences combined with traditional roast potato, deserts that demand attention when being plated at your table. Its NOT pretentious, its friendly, food prepared and served with a flourish. Keep an open mind and try something away from your comfort zone.
Small little bistro 15 mins walk from the ART house. Always beautifully decorated. Sit inside or on the pavement to watch the flow of people in down town Cape Town. Menu includes breakfast to supper. Modern, simple and delicious!
102 locals recommend
Hemelhuijs
71 Waterkant StSmall little bistro 15 mins walk from the ART house. Always beautifully decorated. Sit inside or on the pavement to watch the flow of people in down town Cape Town. Menu includes breakfast to supper. Modern, simple and delicious!
A short walk from the ART house (5 mins) Happy Hour each day from 12-1pm offering fresh (half price) oysters. Nice and relaxed, great shops to browse in after or before lunch.
31 locals recommend
SeaBreeze Fish & Shell
213 Bree StA short walk from the ART house (5 mins) Happy Hour each day from 12-1pm offering fresh (half price) oysters. Nice and relaxed, great shops to browse in after or before lunch.
Another great place to eat in the Constantia vineyard area. Amazing views, good service. Its a set menu of upmarket Tappas. More on the pricey side than Glen Constantia its neighbour, but if money no object its a very nice treat.
186 locals recommend
Beau Constantia
1043 Constantia Main RdAnother great place to eat in the Constantia vineyard area. Amazing views, good service. Its a set menu of upmarket Tappas. More on the pricey side than Glen Constantia its neighbour, but if money no object its a very nice treat.
Upmarket Asian food. Simple decor and well presented plates of deliciousness.
62 locals recommend
Nobu
Dock RoadUpmarket Asian food. Simple decor and well presented plates of deliciousness.
Entertainment & Activities
Live Jazz music by people who really LOVE music. Supper at your table. Short walk from the ART house. Great for a relaxed evening out.
64 locals recommend
House of H
112 Loop StLive Jazz music by people who really LOVE music. Supper at your table. Short walk from the ART house. Great for a relaxed evening out.
Drinks & Nightlife
Local artists perform in the tiny theatre above the bar. Anything from poetry, plays, musicians. check website for whats showing during your stay. You can eat downstairs prior to the show.
87 locals recommend
Alexander Bar, Café & Theatre
76 Strand StLocal artists perform in the tiny theatre above the bar. Anything from poetry, plays, musicians. check website for whats showing during your stay. You can eat downstairs prior to the show.
Parks & Nature
I love this beach/cove. Its never too crowded. Its safe for children. Protected from the wind. Braai facilities. A little tuck shop. Umbrella hire. Lots of private corners to spread out your blanket.
12 locals recommend
Oudekraal Beach
I love this beach/cove. Its never too crowded. Its safe for children. Protected from the wind. Braai facilities. A little tuck shop. Umbrella hire. Lots of private corners to spread out your blanket.
Bird, monkey and many other animals. rescued from various situations, now living and being cared for at WOB. You can view the animals at very close proximity, many living freely un caged. Views from WOB are also stunning. Hout Bay is very close for lunch after. Great for families but also great for a romantic stroll. The 'Red Bus' stops here often (see getting around section)
178 locals recommend
World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park
Valley RoadBird, monkey and many other animals. rescued from various situations, now living and being cared for at WOB. You can view the animals at very close proximity, many living freely un caged. Views from WOB are also stunning. Hout Bay is very close for lunch after. Great for families but also great for a romantic stroll. The 'Red Bus' stops here often (see getting around section)
A long, long white beach situated just below the Chapman Peak road. A great stop off for a refreshing walk if driving the peninsula. There's nothing here but sea, sand and the mountain backdrop, remember to take your water, hat & sunscreen.
186 locals recommend
Noordhoek Beach
A long, long white beach situated just below the Chapman Peak road. A great stop off for a refreshing walk if driving the peninsula. There's nothing here but sea, sand and the mountain backdrop, remember to take your water, hat & sunscreen.
Lovely beach a short Uber or drive from the ART house (15 minutes in traffic) You can hire 2 loungers and sunshade for R100 per day. Lovely views. Safe for children. Steps to reach are fairly steep so basic fitness required. Take a picnic as there is no cafe. Cold drink and ice-cream sellers will be by during the day for refreshments and treats for the children.
387 locals recommend
Clifton 4th Beach hotel
Fourth Beach PromenadeLovely beach a short Uber or drive from the ART house (15 minutes in traffic) You can hire 2 loungers and sunshade for R100 per day. Lovely views. Safe for children. Steps to reach are fairly steep so basic fitness required. Take a picnic as there is no cafe. Cold drink and ice-cream sellers will be by during the day for refreshments and treats for the children.
Everything Else
Picnic high up (above the dinosaurs) to gain a breeze and view over Cape Town. Many trees and benches offer welcome shade. Check out the many and diverse concerts which take place throughout the year.
1765 locals recommend
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes DrivePicnic high up (above the dinosaurs) to gain a breeze and view over Cape Town. Many trees and benches offer welcome shade. Check out the many and diverse concerts which take place throughout the year.