Some of our favorite activities
Take a ride on the iconic Table Mountain Cableway. Named one of the “New 7 Wonders of Nature,” Table Mountain treats visitors to some of the most stunning views in Africa.
Tour Robben Island, which served as a political prison until 1996; it is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Nelson Mandela’s cell, where he was imprisoned for 18 years. Robben Island also offers the best views of Cape Town itself.
Visit the District Six Museum, an ode to a vibrant, multiracial neighborhood at its heyday in the 1960s and 1970s, but subsequently ruined by apartheid. A visit here is as emotionally moving as it is informative of the region’s complicated history.
Head to Boulders Beach for a chance to spot some African penguins. The beach is the site of one of only two mainland colonies of this endangered bird.
Visit the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, with more than 100 galleries. The building, a converted grain silo, is itself an architectural highlight. It was once the tallest building in sub-Saharan Africa.
hotels and accommodations
The Silo
This ultra-luxury hotel is not to be missed. The Silo sits six floors above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, which holds Africa’s largest contemporary art collection. The hotel also features a modern and relaxing spa, and is home to the world-class Granary Cafe. Condé Nast Traveler awarded it among the top 10 best hotels in Africa.
One and Only Cape Town
One and Only Cape Town is one of Africa’s most vibrant and luxurious resorts, and is located mere steps from outstanding beaches. The hotel, which is nestled between Table Mountain and the Victoria and Albert Waterfront, offers spectacular scenic views throughout the property. Relax and recharge at the One&Only Spa, located on a private island in the middle of the resort.
Ellerman House
Offering both rooms and villas, the Ellerman House prides itself on world-class hospitality, elegance and panoramic views. This boutique hotel also features an extensive South African art collection (including an in-house art guide) and an impressive wine repertoire.
RESTAURANTS
Two Oceans REstaurant
Located in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, the Two Oceans Restaurant has remained a stylish staple of the city for over two decades. Come for the always fresh and outstanding seafood, but stay for the spectacular views of the ocean while you dine.
The Pot Luck Club
The Pot Luck Club bases its restaurant experience on the concept of plate sharing, giving diners the maximum opportunity to enjoy its unique and innovative menu. Head Chef Luke Dale Roberts is known for being the gastronomical mastermind behind several of the restaurants listed in the exclusive directory of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. The Pot Luck Club sits next door to its equally famous sister restaurant, The Test Kitchen.
Nobu Cape town
The international Japanese and Peruvian fusion restaurant is a shining star of Cape Town’s contemporary food scene. Dine on fresh South African seafood and sip authentic Japanese sake at the Michelin star location.
Shortmarket club
Culinary genius Luck Dale Roberts partnered with Wesley Randles and Simon Widdison to dream up this incredibly chic and inventive restaurant. The seasonal menu is ever-changing and the dishes use only locally sourced ingredients, making for some of the freshest and most original dishes in town.
The test kitchen
The Test Kitchen, awarded the “Best Restaurant of the Year” at the 2012 Eat Out Dstv Food Network Restaurant Awards in South Africa, has been dazzling diners for years. Luke Dale Roberts, who also runs the Pot Luck Club next door, is known as one of the most innovative and finest chefs in the country and has had several restaurants appear on the list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
Aubergine
Aubergine showcases the perfect romantic ambiance with Michelin star quality cuisine. The restaurant is headed by German chef Harald Bresselschmidt who focuses on serving timeless and balanced dishes with a creative twist.
the granary cafe
Situated in five-star The Silo Hotel, The Granary Cafe is dedicated to producing high-quality, seasonal dishes with locally sourced ingredients. The Sunday Roast is favorite Cape Town experience and features a set four-course menu full of hearty soups and fine meats, providing a perfect cap to an incredible weekend in the city.
la columbe
Located on the Silvermist Organic Wine Estate, diners can take in picturesque views of the Constantia Wine Valley, False Bay, and Hout Bay while enjoying some of the finest cuisines in Cape Town. The fusion of Asian and French flavors provides for some of the highest acclaimed and unique dishes in town. The locally sourced ingredients and award-winning wine list are not to be missed.