My Peaceful Guide to Cape Town

Cape Town

The perfect guide for travellers that like the slower pace of life, are interested in arts & culture and want to connect with nature when in Cape Town, South Africa.

January 2024
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Close to Nature: Southern Suburbs & Further

Southern Peninsula

Description

  • Pack a picnic and visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
  • Walk the Alphen Trail, part of the Constantia Greenbelt. Grab a takeway coffee from La Belle and stroll.
  • Visit the Simons Town Penguin Colony. Have lunch at The Lighthouse Cafe and end it off with a sweet treat from The Sweetest Thing
  • Take a scenic drive along Champmans Park. Stop by Aiger for lunch with a view. They have incredible pizza.
  • Hire a surfboard and surf at Muizenberg Beach

    • Tips on Safety
    BIPOC Friendly
    Go by Car
    LGBTQIA+ Friendly
    Visit Before Dark
    Kids Friendly

    Close to Nature: City Surrounds

    Cape Town

    Description

  • Visit the Greenpoint Park which is close to the Seapoint Promenade. You can hire scooters or e-bikes and travel from Seapoint to Camps Bay. A beautiful way to see the coast.
  • Take a cable car or select a hiking route and visit the iconic Table Mountain
  • Be sure to catch the sunset at Bakoven beach. A local hangout. Pack a few snacks and take some non-alc beverages. Arrive early to get a spot.
  • Book a kayak tour with Atlantic Outlook. Go early to see Dolphins

    • Tips on Safety
    Uber/Taxi's Available
    Visit Before Dark
    Great for Solo Travelers
    Safe for Walking
    Kids Friendly
    Pay Attention to Surroundings

    Additional Safety Information
    Always be street smart in South Africa. These areas are all very busy during the day and at sunset, but it's worth being in a group if you plan to stay past dark and just keep an eye on your valuables.

    Arts and Culture

    Cape Town

    Description

  • Visit Zeitz Mocaa for Contemporary Art
  • Book a tour with Juma's Art Tour for a look into Woodstock's street art scene
  • Walk the bohemian neighbourhood of Kalk Bay and visit Soul Design for a beading workshop or stop by Artvark Gallery
  • Visit The Pottery or Clay Cafe and paint your own ceramics. Google a branch near you.
  • Take a drive out of the city to visit the Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden

    • Tips on Safety
    Go by Car
    Uber/Taxi's Available
    Visit Before Dark
    Great for Solo Travelers
    Safe for Walking
    Wifi Available
    Safe for Solo Missions

    Healthy Eats

    Cape Town

    Description

  • Harvest: Muizenberg
  • Scone Shack: Cape Point
  • Noordhoek Farm Village: Noordhoek
  • Nourish'd: Greenpoint
  • Strangers Club: Greenpoint
  • Oranjezicht Market: Granger Bay

    • Tips on Safety
    BIPOC Friendly
    LGBTQIA+ Friendly
    Visit Before Dark
    Great for Solo Travelers
    Wifi Available
    Kids Friendly

    Must-Visit Tidal Pools

    Cape Town

    Description

    For sunrise try either St James or Dalebrook, both situated close to Kalk Bay. For sunset be sure to visit Saunders Tidal Pool in Seapoint or the Camps Bay Tidal Pool in Camps Bay.

    Tips on Safety
    Visit Before Dark
    Don't Carry Valuables
    Safe for Walking
    Safe for Solo Missions