Guidebook for Cape Town
Shopping
World class shopping center and tourist attraction- has restaurants, shops, cinema, boat outings, helicopter rides and tours to Robben Island.
1951 locals recommend
V&A Waterfront
19 Dock RdWorld class shopping center and tourist attraction- has restaurants, shops, cinema, boat outings, helicopter rides and tours to Robben Island.
Everything Else
Major tourist hub replete with a vast and eclectic array of bars, restaurants, clubs, cafes, shops, backpackers, hotels, curio stalls and more.
387 locals recommend
Long Street
Long StreetMajor tourist hub replete with a vast and eclectic array of bars, restaurants, clubs, cafes, shops, backpackers, hotels, curio stalls and more.
Food Scene
Origin Coffee Roasting
28 Hudson StFabulous coffee, groovy atmosphere
Hard Pressed Café
1 Bree StreetGreat music, chilled atmosphere, free wifi
Beluga Cape Town
70 Prestwich StStylish modern food, classy vibes
Mama Africa
178 Long StAfrican Cuisine
Active Sushi
63 Buitengracht StGreat Belgian beers, great sushi. Perfect partnership
Classy, little bit hipster. Best light lunches, breakfasts, juices and coffees.
72 locals recommend
Loading Bay
30 Hudson StClassy, little bit hipster. Best light lunches, breakfasts, juices and coffees.
Haiku Cape Town CBD
58 Burg StPhenomenal food that delights and tantalises.
Traditional Italian place in a stunning old trattoria/cobbled square and fountain
Andiamo Deli and Restaurant
72 Waterkant StTraditional Italian place in a stunning old trattoria/cobbled square and fountain
Phenomenal Italian local deli. Amazing choice of food to satisfy even the most demanding gastronomic desires. Open daily 7am-7pm
363 locals recommend
Giovanni's Deliworld
103 Main RdPhenomenal Italian local deli. Amazing choice of food to satisfy even the most demanding gastronomic desires. Open daily 7am-7pm
Raw and Roxy
Burg StreetSensational raw food, juices and smoothies.
Royale Eatery
20 Vineyard RoadBest burgers this side of McDonalds. Festive fun atmosphere.
Essentials
Award winning Grocery Store- 'the Harrods of Grocery Stores in South Africa'
151 locals recommend
Sorbet Cape Quarter
27 Somerset RdAward winning Grocery Store- 'the Harrods of Grocery Stores in South Africa'
Turkish Bazaar
374 Albert RdTHE BEST pesto ever made by the nicest turkish guy.
Sightseeing
Cute colourful houses set this historic Cape neighbourhood apart from the rest. Well worth doing a walking tour of the area.
226 locals recommend
Iziko Bo Kaap Museum
71 Wale StCute colourful houses set this historic Cape neighbourhood apart from the rest. Well worth doing a walking tour of the area.
Best romantic place to unwind, watch the sunset with champagne and caviar in hand. Views are spectacular and only 15 minute drive from the flat
609 locals recommend
Signal Hill
Best romantic place to unwind, watch the sunset with champagne and caviar in hand. Views are spectacular and only 15 minute drive from the flat
Best kept secret little beach with white sand but cold water.
387 locals recommend
Clifton 4th Beach hotel
Fourth Beach PromenadeBest kept secret little beach with white sand but cold water.
Green Point Park
1 Fritz Sonnenberg RdLovely place to walk and relax in the green space in town
Arts & Culture
Come here to see shows, movies, live music and more!
377 locals recommend
Cape Town Waterfront 1 station
Come here to see shows, movies, live music and more!
Amazing place for shopping for gifts and curios. Live music and dancing but beware it can be quite touristy
244 locals recommend
Greenmarket Square
Longmarket StreetAmazing place for shopping for gifts and curios. Live music and dancing but beware it can be quite touristy
Drinks & Nightlife
Rip Roaring easy going party spot/club. Alternative classic musical selection and free entry.
98 locals recommend
Aces 'n Spades
62 Hout StRip Roaring easy going party spot/club. Alternative classic musical selection and free entry.