From tourist orientated day trips to random off the beaten track activities; Cape Town is not a place where you'll die of boredom. How you spend your leisure time will depend on your interests and, of course, your budget! To make things a bit simpler we've divided all the possible things to do in Cape Town into themed categories that come complete with reviews! In each section you'll discover our list of recommended tour operaters and their contact details. Decide what you are looking for and begin exploring the "Mother City".
21 things To Do
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What's on in Cape Town?
A really great comprehensive events guide. See what's on when you are on holiday in Cape Town.
World Travel Guide - Nightlife
I like this guide because it is up to date and modern. The write ups are honest, accurate and quirky - just our style!
If you want a full and rich experience of Cape Town then I recommend you choose a minimum of one activity from each of the categories below.
- Adventure: Surfing, shark cage diving and quad biking in Cape Town
- Culture: Live theatre, the National Art Gallery, Robben Island and tours of traditional townships
- Spa: Unique spa treatment venues of international standards
- Wine and Cheese: Cellar tours, wine tours, cheese & chocolate tasting
- Wildlife and Nature: Big 5 day tours, scenic day trips to Cape Point and trips up Table Mountain!
- Nightlife: Clubs, beach cocktail bars and local South African musice. Experience it all!
- Shopping: Browse through local organic markets, trendy street markets and large malls
- Sport: Cape Town has rugby, cricket and football stadiums - watch a game or take a tour!
- Beaches: Surf, windsurf, watch the sunset, dive and swim in tidal pools.












