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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden has lots to explore for children.
CAPETOWNER

Seven family-friendly things to do with kids in Cape Town

“I'm bored.”Two words guaranteed to test any parent's patience. Luckily, Cape Town has no shortage of places to take the kids when they've run out of things to do at home.From climbing through the trees and meeting penguins to swimming, bowling and exploring the city's museums, here are 20 ideas to keep them busy.

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Cape Town City Ballet lead principals Leusson Muniz as Dracula and Kirstél Paterson as Mina
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Cape Town City Ballet’s 'Dracula' returns to Artscape for Halloween

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The Hermanus Whale Festival is underway, celebrating 35 years of whale watching, conservation and community.
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7 things to do in Cape Town and surrounds this weekend

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CAPETOWN

Cape Town’s street vendors: affordable goods, local livelihoods and busy markets

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Cape Town's LGBTQ+ nightlife earns global recognition as two institutions join Time Out's prestigious list of the world's greatest queer venues.
CAPE TOWN

Two Cape Town venues named among the world's best LGBTQ+ spaces

  • Gerry Cupido
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Children enter for free at the Museum of Dogs this holiday.
DOGS

Museum of Dogs: a family-friendly attraction in Gardens

  • Leah Samuels
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7 First Thursdays exhibitions to check out in Cape Town this October
ART AND HEALING

First Thursdays Cape Town: 7 exhibitions to see this October

  • Sinazo Mkoko
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La Motte launches new Pierneef wine and art experience in Franschhoek
WINE ETIQUETTE

New La Motte experience pairs Pierneef artworks with wine and canapés

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CAPETOWN

Game On: 7 Thrilling Cape Town Activities to Unleash Your Competitive Side

  • Spepelo Ngondo
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Historic Cape Dutch buildings line Dorp Street, one of Stellenbosch's oldest and most recognisable streets.
STELLENBOSCH

A day in Stellenbosch: History, hiking, art and wine

  • Murray Swart
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A hike with your little ones is a great way to get them away from their screens.
HIKING

Five family-friendly hiking trails to try in Cape Town this school holiday

  • Gerry Cupido
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Doggy dream date incoming! 🐾 Canine & Co is celebrating its new Noordhoek Farm Village store with a weekend of treats, playtime, pampering and surprises
DOG FASHION

Take your dog on a dream date at Noordhoek Farm Village this October

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Never a Dull MomentIdeas to fill your day, whatever the mood
The Hermanus Whale Festival is underway, celebrating 35 years of whale watching, conservation and community.
CAPE TOWN ATTRACTIONS

7 things to do in Cape Town and surrounds this weekend

From a new Blouberg farmers’ market and family holiday activities to ballet, the Hermanus Whale Festival and a…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
Cape Town's LGBTQ+ nightlife earns global recognition as two institutions join Time Out's prestigious list of the world's greatest queer venues.
CAPE TOWN

Two Cape Town venues named among the world's best LGBTQ+ spaces

Cape Town's LGBTQ+ nightlife earns global recognition as two De Waterkant institutions join Time Out's prestigious…

  • Gerry Cupido
2 min read
Children enter for free at the Museum of Dogs this holiday.
DOGS

Museum of Dogs: a family-friendly attraction in Gardens

Join the celebration of our four-legged friends at the Museum of Dogs in Gardens, where heartwarming exhibits and…

  • Leah Samuels
2 min read
7 First Thursdays exhibitions to check out in Cape Town this October
ART AND HEALING

First Thursdays Cape Town: 7 exhibitions to see this October

Planning a First Thursdays outing? Here are seven Cape Town exhibitions and creative showcases to visit on Thursday,…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
La Motte launches new Pierneef wine and art experience in Franschhoek
WINE ETIQUETTE

New La Motte experience pairs Pierneef artworks with wine and canapés

La Motte’s new 60-minute Pierneef Wine & Art Experience begins on 7 October 2026, offering visitors a guided viewing…

  • Staff Reporter
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Doggy dream date incoming! 🐾 Canine & Co is celebrating its new Noordhoek Farm Village store with a weekend of treats, playtime, pampering and surprises
DOG FASHION

Take your dog on a dream date at Noordhoek Farm Village this October

Canine & Co will host a free dog-friendly launch weekend at Noordhoek Farm Village from 2 to 4 October 2026, with…

  • Staff Reporter
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Residents and visitors can look forward to a spectacular display of spring flowers emerging throughout the city over the coming months
FLOWER SEASON

7 places to see spring flowers in Cape Town

From Kirstenbosch and Table Mountain to free public spaces, these seven Cape Town spots offer opportunities to see…

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Visit Kalk Bay
WATERFRONT

Affordable ways to explore Cape Town without a car

From a train trip to Kalk Bay to the Red Bus and Sea Point Promenade, here are affordable ways to explore Cape Town…

  • Spepelo Ngondo
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CAPETOWN

Three Cape Town venues to discover live poetry and spoken word

From competitive slams to open-mic sessions, these Cape Town venues offer opportunities to experience live poetry…

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Explore Cape Town’s natural heritage with free entry to four nature reserves over the Heritage Day long weekend.
HERITAGE CONSERVATION

Cape Town residents get free entry to four nature reserves over Heritage weekend

Cape Town residents can visit Blaauwberg, Helderberg, Table Bay and Tygerberg nature reserves for free from…

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Heritage Day is a chance to experience the many things that make South Africa what it is: food, music, culture, history, art and stories
HERITAGE DAY

7 things to do in Cape Town on Heritage Day 2026

Looking for things to do in Cape Town on Heritage Day? From live music and traditional performances to free museum…

  • Sinazo Mkoko
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Things to do in Cape Town this weekend, from military history to live music
CAPE TOWN ATTRACTIONS

Cape Town weekend guide: Military festival, concerts, markets and motorsport

From a new military heritage festival and WOMAD concert to motorsport, markets, a family silent disco and Kenny…

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