Things to do

Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden offers 200 hectares of indigenous gardens, forest and fynbos on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain.
KIRSTENBOSCH

A visitor's guide to Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden: Top attractions and tips

Explore the enchanting Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, where stunning indigenous flora meets vibrant wildlife. From the iconic Boomslang Tree Canopy Walkway to the serene Protea Garden, discover the must-see highlights and tips for an unforgettable visit.

  • Murray Swart
3 min read
Kota fever is back! Big Bites set to take over Cape Town
FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Cape Town weekend guide: Kota, Open Book Festival, rugby and more

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
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Table for One: Where to Enjoy Cape Town’s Best Views on a Solo Date

  • Spepelo Ngondo
3 min read
The market brings together independent traders selling food, drinks, arts, crafts, fashion, jewellery, décor and health and wellness products.
HOUT BAY
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Discover Bay Harbour Market for food, shopping, and live music in Hout Bay

  • Yolande Du Preez
2 min read
A seasonal show of wildflowers, fynbos and lagoon landscapes, where the untamed beauty of the West Coast takes centre stage.
FLOWER SEASON

Flower season is here: Six top spots along the West Coast

  • Leah Samuels
2 min read
SUNDAY

Slow Cooked Sundays returns to Cape Town on 30 August

  • Spepelo Ngondo
1 min read
Get ready to sing along, dance in your seat and experience one of the world's most beloved musicals when MAMMA MIA! The Musical returns to Cape Town.
CAPE TOWN ART EVENTS

MAMMA MIA! The Musical returns to Cape Town for a night of ABBA hits

  • Staff Reporter
1 min read
There's no shortage of things to do in Cape Town this weekend, whatever your interests.

7 exciting events happening in Cape Town this weekend

  • Sinazo Mkoko
3 min read
Kleinmond musician Frazer Barry will be among the performers at the Kleinmond inniebos Kunstefees later this year.
CAPETOWN

Kleinmond art festival returns with music, books and festive market

  • Own Correspondent
2 min read
Funland SA in Bellville is bringing back its popular Winter Carnival, running until August 10, 2026.
KID FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
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7 affordable things to do with kids in Cape Town this winter

  • Sinazo Mkoko
4 min read
For anyone looking to swap busy schedules for open roads, colourful landscapes and a taste of authentic West Coast hospitality, this year's flower season could offer one of the region's most memorable natural spectacles
FLOWER EXPO

Discover the beauty of the West Coast's wildflower season this spring

  • Staff Reporter
2 min read
Traditional gym routines are giving way to more lifestyle-driven forms of exercise, such as early morning run clubs, cycling or seaside yoga sessions, and reformer Pilates studios. Fitness is becoming more about experience than intensity.
SEA POINT COMMUNITY EVENTS

Join the rise of alternative fitness in Cape Town

3 min read
The lighthouse at Mouille Point is one of Cape Town’s most underrated spots for your golden hour moment. If you want a clear ocean view accompanied by a sense of serenity, this is the place for you.
SUNSETS

Chasing the Golden Hour: Top 5 Underrated Sunset Locations in Cape Town

  • Sinazo Mkoko
2 min read
From classic egg hunts to creative outdoor experiences, there is something for children and adults to enjoy.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Top 5 Easter activities for families in Cape Town

3 min read