Free activities in Cape Town for low-budget fun
Fun on a shoe-string budget
Looking for free Cape Town activities? Nothing expresses a city’s inclusivity quite like its free activities. As poverty and low funds are common in SA, free fun is crucial, and this city has plenty of it!
So, take a look at the great things you can do, from beautiful beach walks to explorations of the city gardens, for nothing more than the coffee we expect you’ll want.
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While not all totally free, this is our guide to wonderful, affordable days spent in Cape Town. Relax on the beach, hike up Table Mountain, picnic at Green Point Park, go to a museum!
Guide to playing ultimate frisbee in Cape Town
Cape Town, with its awesome landscapes and vibrant culture, is a city that appeals to adventurers and sports enthusiasts of all sorts from around the
Where to Volunteer in Cape Town
If you’re looking to become more other-oriented and give back to the community, there are a number of really great options in Cape Town. Whether
Ecosystem restoration in Cape Town
The United Nations has declared 2021–2030 the Decade on Ecosystem Restoration. The aim of this initiative is to “prevent, halt and reverse the loss of
8 reasons you’ll love Green Point Park
Green Point Park is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. It is open seven
21 beautiful plants endemic to Table Mountain
Table Mountain is home to around 1 500 indigenous plant species within a 57km² area – that’s more than the entire United Kingdom of well
Lions Head hike – tips & trail information
Lion’s Head is one of the things that makes Cape Town such a brilliant city to live in – a moderate hike with incredible views,
Visiting Signal Hill, the Lion’s Rump
Next to Lion’s Head, Signal Hill is Cape Town’s most iconic hill. Which is perfect, as it forms the rump of the Lion! It’s a
Where to watch the sunset in Cape Town
Watching the sunset is truly the best way to end a long work day or celebrate life on a great one. There’s something magical about
Newlands Forest | Exploring Cape Town’s greenest spaces
Newlands Forest is one of the most beautiful green spaces in Cape Town – and the most central, too. It’s a lovely forest with various
Best beaches in Cape Town for swimming, surfing & snorkeling
Cape Town is famous for its gorgeous beaches, and for very good reason! They’re stunning, there are so many of them, and they’re surprisingly varied.
22 Cheap things to do in Cape Town | Free & thrifty fun
Looking for cheap things to do in Cape Town? I’ve got you covered! I’ve been searching out activities to fit a shoestring budget for years