Things To Do in City Bowl

Nightlife & Theatre / Cafés & Eateries

The Crypt Jazz Restaurant

Overnight? Stay in Cape Town Central
If you are planning a stay in Cape Town, be sure to include the Crypt Jazz Restaurant on your itinerary. This vibey spot is right in the heart of the City Bowl (or ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

Porcupine Ravine

Overnight? Stay in Camps Bay
Start: the Pipe Track, Theresa Avenue, Camps Bay Finish: Theresa Avenue Duration: half a day, although take a picnic and make a day of it Fitness: fit Our tip: ...

Cafés & Eateries

Red Sofa Café

Overnight? Stay in Vredehoek
Coffee, breakfasts, light lunches, an atmosphere, the best DVDs in town, and free WiFi – that's Red Sofa Café in a nutshell. One of the best little coffee shops ...

Hiking Trails

Diagonal Route up Table Mountain

Overnight? Stay in Camps Bay
Start: Pipe Track above Camps Bay, Cape Town Finish: back down on the pipe, or at the cableway car park Duration: five hours or so Fitness: moderate to ...

Hiking Trails / Walks & Hiking

India Venster hike up Table Mountain

Overnight? Stay in Cape Town
Start: at the cable car behind the tour buses, Cape Town Finish: at the top, if you're going to take the cable car back down Duration: three to four ...

Hiking Trails

Devil's Peak Hike

Overnight? Stay in Cape Town
Start: there are three routes to the top Duration: rougly 4 hours, give or take an hour Fitness: moderate to super fit Our tip: always take water and a wind ...

Nightlife & Theatre

Cape Philharmonic Orchestra

Overnight? Stay in Foreshore
One of Africa's most prized possessions is the creative talent that is born within its borders. The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra, based at Artscape in Cape Town, ...

Parks & Gardens

Prestwich Memorial Garden

Overnight? Stay in De Waterkant
It is no secret that South Africa has had a somewhat dappled history, plagued at one time by slavery and the unfair treatment of fellow man. Harnessing the lessons ...

Malls & Shopping

Bibliophilia Boutique Bookshop

Overnight? Stay in Woodstock
The trendy Cape Town suburb of Woodstock is known for its non-stop vibe and its undeniable character. It is a historical, cultural and entertainment hotspot, and is ...

Family Entertainment / Malls & Shopping

Gardens Shopping Centre

Overnight? Stay in Gardens
Gardens Shopping Centre is the most popular shopping centre in the Cape Town City Bowl. The Centre is located just a stone's throw from the bustling Central ...

Craft & Flea Markets / Family Entertainment / Farm Stalls & Markets

The Palms Market

Overnight? Stay in Woodstock
The Cape Town suburb of Woodstock is a vibrant, lively one that promises a world of things to do and see; ranging from delicious eateries to historical must-sees ...

Family Entertainment / Malls & Shopping

Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre

Overnight? Stay in V&A Waterfront
As the most popular shopping destination in South Africa, the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, at the V&A Waterfront, is a hub of excitement and activity. It is one ...

Breweries / Cafés & Eateries

Beerhouse on Long

Overnight? Stay in Cape Town Central
South Africa and fine beers go hand in hand, and visitors to this country are sure to want a refreshing pint after a day of exploring the game farms, shops, ...

Family Entertainment / Parks & Gardens

City Walk Saturdays

Overnight? Stay in Cape Town Central
Every month, the city of Cape Town and the people that feel a passion and commitment to its development, are part of a City Walk that is all about having fun ...

Toni's on Kloof

Overnight? Stay in Tamboerskloof
Celebrate traditional Portuguese flavours and cooking techniques at the ever-popular Toni's on Kloof in the City Bowl of Cape Town. This may be a relaxed, ...