Guides

Secret Gin Bar behind the Chocolate Shop

Tucked behind a chocolate shop on Wale Street is one of Cape Town's coolest bars. The Gin Bar offers a courtyard sanctuary and an incredible selection of local gins. Why...

Silvermine Dam: Swimming in the Clouds

Drive up Ou Kaapse Weg to find Silvermine, a part of the Table Mountain National Park. The reservoir offers tannin-colored, 'tea-water' that is surprisingly warm and perfect for a mountain...

Green Point Urban Park: Biodiversity in the City

Next to the Cape Town Stadium lies a beautifully curated biodiversity garden. The Green Point Urban Park showcases the flora of the region and includes wetlands and water features. Why...

The Company's Garden: An Urban Oasis

In the middle of the city lies the Company's Garden, the oldest garden in South Africa. It was originally planted to provide fresh produce for passing ships. Why it's a...

Table Mountain Cableway: The Icon

It's iconic for a reason. The rotating cable car gives you 360-degree views of the city as you ascend one of the New7Wonders of Nature. Why it's a 2025 Must-Do...

Observatory: Where Science Meets Art

Observatory (colloquially 'Obs') is arguably Cape Town's most eclectic suburb. Home to the South African Astronomical Observatory, it has a deep history of scientific discovery that blends seamlessly with its...