Beaches In Cape Town
Cape Town has some of the very best beaches in the world. Endless stretches of soft white sand and beautiful boulders, magnificent sunsets and some beaches which offer wind free spots for year round.
The most famous are:
Blouberg • Camps Bay • Dolphin Beach • Fish Hoek • Houtbay • Milnerton • Muizenberg • Nordhoek • Table View
Bo-Kaap
The Bo-Kaap Museum, situated in the historic area that became home to many Muslims and freed slaves after the abolition of slavery, showcases local Islamic culture and heritage.The Bo-Kaap itself is well worth a visit. Colourful houses, steep cobbled streets, the muezzin’s calls to prayer, and children traditionally dressed for Madrassa, add to this unique Cape experience.
Cape Point Nature Reserve
At the tip of the Cape Peninsula 60 km south-west of Cape Town, lies Cape Point Nature Reserve within the Table Mountain National Park; a declared Natural World Heritage Site. Encompassing 7 750 hectares of rich and varied flora and fauna; abounding with buck, baboons and Cape mountain zebra as well as over 250 species of birds.
Cape Town Red City Tour
Hop on and hop off the double-decker red bus and discover Cape Town. The best way to get to Table Mountain and back, our family-friendly bus offers informative audio commentary about Cape Town's major attractions in 15 languages, with a special audio channel just for kids. City Sightseeing tours are the easiest and most fun way to see the sights!
Durbanville Wine Valley
A mere 20 minutes’ drive from Cape Town, the Durbanville Wine Valley is fast becoming Cape Town’s destination of choice with its scenic vineyards, award-winning wines and friendly atmosphere.
Golf Courses in the Cape
Dolliwarie is surrounded by world class golf courses which are from within less than half an hour drive time to an hour's drive time.
The closests are in Durbanville and Belleville.
Durbanville Golf Club
Tel: 021-976 8121
Bellville Golf Club
Tel: 021-913 3100
An overview you can find HERE.
Grand West Casino
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World is the largest entertainment destination of its kind in South Africa.
The only casino in Cape Town, it is a wonderland of around-the-clock entertainment, with all the thrills and excitement of a Las Vegas-scale casino.GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World is the largest entertainment destination of its kind in South Africa.
The only casino in Cape Town, it is a wonderland of around-the-clock entertainment, with all the thrills and excitement of a Las Vegas-scale casino.
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Visit the Kistenbosch Botanical Gardens to enjoy one of the world's largest botanical gardens dedicated to indigenous plants and trees. with more than 7 000 species of plants and trees.
See too the amazing new "Boomslang" (meaning tree snake) which forms part of the Tree Canopy Walkway, a curved steel and timber bridge which winds and dips its way through and over the Arboretum. Truly spectacular.
Markets & Events
Seasonal festivals include Wine Festivals, Harvest Festivals, Olive Festivals, Cheese Festivals, Food festivals, and many more take place in the region on a regular basis. There are the numerous regular markets ranging from Art and Craft markets to fresh food markets.
The Cape Market Guide is a comprehensive guide to the markets in Cape Town and the Western Cape. "Markets abound in the Cape. Whether it’s holistic therapies, hand-made crafts or gourmet treats you’re looking for, there’s a market that provides it.
Ostrich Farm
Cape Town Ostrich Ranch offers a guided tour and an African boma-style restaurant.
20 minute drive with a restaurant, curio shop, leather factory, tea garden and playground for the kids.
Robben Island
The island, now a world heritage site is located some 9 km offshore from Cape Town. Daily tours leave for the island at regular intervals and tours can be booked in advance. Take a ferry ride from the V & A Waterfront to Robben Island for and informative and funfilled day.
Of great historical significance to South Africa, you simply cannot miss out on a ferry trip to Robben Island to see what was home to Nelson Mandela, one of our greatest statesmen.
Two Oceans Aquarium
Aquarium Exhibits simulate local condidtions of our 2 oceans surrounding our magnificent shores & include specimens e.g. sharks, penguins, seals, sun fish and much more. This is specatacle not to be missed.The Aquarium is one of the top tourist attractions in Cape Town and over 3000 living sea animals, including sharks, fishes, turtles and penguins can be seen in this spectacular underwater nature reserve.
Open daily 365 days a year 09H30 to 18H00
V & A Waterfront
Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has become South Africa's most visited destination. Live, work, shop and play at the V&A Waterfront.
Table Mountain Cable Car
There is nothing to beat this iconic cable car ride up Table Mountain with its 360 degree views of the Mother City. You haven't been to Cape Town if you haven't done this. Make it your business to take the cable car ride and spend a day hiking the beautiful paths on top of mountain with absolutely breathtaking views.