Tips & Travel
Looking for things to do and adventures to have in beautiful Cape Town? We’ve put together lists of attractions and entertainments in the mother city for every different kind of adventure, whether you, like us, are Capetonian – or a visitor keen to explore. From hiking trails to date ideas, you’ll find all of our favourite local recommendations here!
We’ve split our Tips and Travel content into two categories to make them easier to navigate. Destinations & Experiences – all the exciting things to do and see in Cape Town. And Information – guides on moving to, living in, and staying safe in Cape Town; among other things!
Destinations & Experiences
This is where you’ll find all of my various lists of things to do in Cape Town. Lists exploring the best beaches, hiking trails, and snorkeling spots. And lists detailing the most fun things to do on a budget, date ideas, and dog-friendly activities!
Whether you’re looking for adventure and excitement, or for peaceful places to enjoy our stunning landscapes, you’ll find a ton of ideas here.
5 Beautiful natural attractions & experiences in Cape Town
Two years ago Cape Town was named the most biodiverse city in the world, with more species of animals and plants living in and immediately
Diving into the deep South
Cape Town: the Mother of South Africa. We all know (and love, don’t get me wrong) the white, bosomy sands of Clifton 1st through 4th,
Awesome mountain bike trails in Cape Town & surrounds
Cape Town is a place that just has it all, don’t you think? From mountains to oceans, a bustling metropolitan centre and sleepy seaside villages,
Cape Town at night – best bars, clubs & activities
There’s a lot to do in Cape Town at night, particularly in the city centre. Ours is a vibrant city, with truly spectacular artists and
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
27 Stunning native birds in Cape Town
Birdwatching is fast becoming a very popular pastime among nature lovers. Once thought to be exclusively the interest of old or upper-class men, it has
11 Fantastic brunch spots in Cape Town
Brunch can be such a good time – no early wakeups, light meals and good coffee, plenty of time to fit other fun activities into
7 Best bird-watching spots around Cape Town
Cape Town is fortunate enough to have several fantastic places to go bird watching within or just outside its boundaries. There are places for beginner
Slacklining in Cape Town | Best Slackline Spots in the Mother City
If you are looking for the perfect anchors, or you want to meet up with local slackliners, you’ll want to visit some of Cape Town’s
Freediving & snorkelling | Exploring Cape Town’s Secret Forests
When people think of outdoor activities to do in Cape Town, they usually think of Table Mountain and the fantastic number of hikes that one
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.
10 Dog-friendly activities in Cape Town
Cape Town is a great city to have a dog. There are plenty of things to do here that your pup can join you on,
Observatory | Cape Town’s favourite alternative neighbourhood
Observatory, Cape Town is one of the city’s trendiest, most eclectic suburbs. It’s a student neighbourhood, close to both UCT and CPUT, so there’s always
Oudtshoorn | A local’s guide to the ostrich capital of the world
The capital of the Klein Karoo, and my childhood home, Oudtshoorn is one of my favourite places in the world. It’s surrounded by mountains and
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
Table Mountain | Biosphere, hiking trails & mountaintop activities
The iconic mountain at Cape Town’s center really is the heart of the city. With its flat peak often wreathed in cloud cover, its base
12 Stunning Hiking trails Cape Town
Ah, I can’t say enough good things about Cape Town’s many hiking trails! This city is one of the best in the world for hiking.
21 Romantic & Unusual Date Ideas Cape Town
A city with one of the widest ranges of activities in a central location, Cape Town is the best city you can ask for, for
10 Adventure activities in Cape Town
Our beautiful city of Cape Town is one of the best urban areas in the world for adventure sport and explorations! The sprawling city is
Information
Are you thinking of moving to Cape Town? I’ve got you covered, with detailed guides on moving here, living sustainably, and buying local. Just thinking about making a trip to the city? My guides on when to visit Cape Town, staying safe, and visiting the iconic Table Mountain are the perfect reads!
The intention with this website is to make it a helpful resource for everyone, and these informative posts do a lot of the heavy lifting to make that happen.
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
Cape Town public transport – what are your options & how to stay safe
We have a number of public transport options in Cape Town, and all are cheap and easy to use. We’re a sprawling city with an
Cape Town’s indigenous plantlife | Local flora and conservation efforts
Cape Town is one of the most biodiverse cities in the world, and is at the centre of the world’s smallest and richest plant kingdom.
Guide to living sustainably in Cape Town
While living sustainably as an individual doesn’t affect much of the big picture stuff, like carbon emissions, it can still do a lot of good.
Moving from protest to resistance: a case for non-violent civil disobedience in South Africa’s climate movements
It is incredibly difficult to make people take meaningful action on climate change and biodiversity loss, as has been made clear over the past 30
Moving to Cape Town | Everything you need to know
Are you thinking of moving to Cape Town? The coastal city is regularly voted among the most beautiful cities in the world. It has a
Best time to visit Cape Town
Cape Town is such a beautiful city to visit any time of year! But of course, the kind of holiday you’re looking to have is
Cape Town Safety Tips, FAQs & resources | Tourist guide
Cape Town is a fantastically beautiful city, with epic mountains, oceans abundant with life, unique biospheres of plantlife, and a wonderful local culture of diversity
Entrepreneurs & small businesses in Cape Town | Where to find them
This post is to help both tourists to Cape Town and our citizens to support local! Small businesses without advertising budgets and a place on
Table Mountain | Biosphere, hiking trails & mountaintop activities
The iconic mountain at Cape Town’s center really is the heart of the city. With its flat peak often wreathed in cloud cover, its base
Small sustainable brands to support in Cape Town
These days, we’re all learning the importance of doing our bit and supporting green and good. More and more people are realising the value of