1.Enjoy a river boat cruise
The Water Front
River boats have gained in popularity over the last decade and many tourist friendly wine farms and lodges provide for this activity - Elgin River Lodge and Viljoensdrift to name but a couple. Enjoy a platter of eats while you observe birds and other small wildlife amid some of the most tranquil scenery in South Africa. Visit GLIZYMAGAZINE for exciting things to do on Sundays in the Mother City.
2.Relax at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
The Water Front
V&A Waterfront is a busy retail, dining and entertainment district with gift and design stores, diverse museums, and a restaurant scene which covers burger joints to posh bistros. Family-friendly attractions include the towering Cape Wheel ride, the Two Oceans Aquarium and the ClockTower Playground, which centers on an 1882 redbrick tower. Boats to the Apartheid-era political prison on Robben Island depart nearby.
3. Go on a boat cruise
Boat cruise starting from Camp's Bay
Many luxury boats leave the harbours of Simonstown, Hout Bay, Fishhoek and the Waterfront Book ahead of time to avoid disappointment. Take great photos of the shoreline from the vantagepoint of the Atlantic Ocean.
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4.Explore the Shoreline
Cape Point
Cape Point Sentinel
Cape Town has some of the most unspoilt beaches and rocky shorelines found within a metropolitan area, in the World. Well built roads along sheer cliffs to one side and azure waters and beaches to the other, are the scenes that have made Cape Town the retreat of many international celebrities. Whether you are looking to swim and sun-bathe, or go snorkelling and watch seals, there is a beach for everyone. Above is the Sentinel outcrop at Cape Point nature reserve. See the menu bellow for a review of top beaches and shoreline drives.
5.Visit a Wine Farm
Boschendal
In the Cape winelands that surround the city center are dotted with top wine producing farms. The climate, soil and slopes of the region provide a unique niche that nurtures the perfect wine grape. There is so much more to do at a Cape wine farm, than wine tasting alone. Enjoy top modern and heritage architecture finest cuisine, original children's activities, and unsurpassed scenery. These are tourist attractions for the whole family.
Visit6.Take a Scenic Drive
Chapmans Peak
There are bountiful interesting routes within a two hour radius from the city bowl. Enjoy a trip from one town to the next, past vineyards with mountain backdrops, or take a drive along the shoreline with the deep blue water to your right and fynbos clad cliffs to your left. Roads in the Western Cape are generally well kept, with comfortable service stations with clean ablution facilities. Enjoy Africa with a measure of comfort!
7.Enjoy a Sightseeing Architecture Tour
Blettermanhuis
This Blettermanshuis in Stellenbosch is one example of the numerous historical buildings in the area dating from the 17th century onwards. The towns are picturesque with street cafes, and markets abounding. The vineyards and mountains are also ever present. Take a guided tour, or use a good map to get the best out of your excursion. Stellenbosch and Franschhoek are the top two historic towns an hours drive from the Cape metrapole.
8.Explore a Hiking Trail
Simonsberg Round Lake
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9.Attend a Music Concert
Guitar Concert
Concerts are held at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden from time-to-time.
10.See Animals
Cheetah Outreach
A preservation center for cheetahs and other predators, with education programs and animal encounters.
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11.Photograph Modern Architecture
The Sanctuary Centre
Cape Town boasts some cutting modern architecture marvels. Shown here: A stunning modern shopping centre designed by SVA architects that opened its doors in 2016.
12. Play Chess La Motte Wine Farm
La Motte
There is plenty to see at La Motte wine farm in Franschhoek, incuding the pierneef musuem and a gourmet restaurant... not least of all the historical manor house in the distance. Play a game of chess with the oversized chess board on the lawn.
13. Go Tubing
Tune pulled by motorboat
For the a fun water adventure, try tubing. This easy alternative to skiing is available at Elgin River Lodge and various other water sport locations in the Western Cape.
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14.Zip-lining
14.Zip-lining
Zip-lining has become a popular leisure activity in the Western Cape with great venues at Piekenierskloof and Elgin River Lodge. Child friendly options are to be found at Blaauwklippen, Elgin River Lodge and indoor at Playalot in Haazendal Mall.
15.Train rides
Children's train at V&A waterfront
Enjoy a train ride on these carriages pulled by Thomas the Tank engine at the Waterfront. Or for an even bigger train experience, try Winelands Light Railway between Stellenbosch and Paarl. Or for a proper sized train experience take the train from the Waterfront to Elgin farm, known as "The Elgin Train."
16.Paraseiling
Extreme adventure at Gordon's Bay
This extreme adventure activity involves being suspended over the ocean by a parachute. Only attempt with experienced professionals and exercise caution.
17.Eat Pizza
Pizza at Elgin River Lodge
In the laid back fairest Cape, eating pizza is regarded as an activity and one not to be missed... at one of the numerous excellent wood fire pizza restaurants. Try Eikendal just north of Stellenbosch if you want great views and vineyard atmosphere, or Weltevrede Wine farm which is also just outside of Stellenbosch.
18. Visit Two Oceans Aquarium
Outside view of the aquarium.
The two Oceans Aquarium is a vast treasure trove of the magnificent underwater wildlife heritage of South Africa. See African Penguins, sharks, rays and jelly fish at this not to be missed attraction located at the V&A Waterfront.
19. Kayaking
Kayaking at Elgin River Lodge
This popular water sport can be taken competitively or as a leisure activity on the weekends. Great venues are Muizenberg Beach, St James Beach and Kleinmond.
THE PLAYPARK AT HAZENDAL
Home to one of the earliest Cape Dutch gabels in existence, the site has been given the attention it deserves with the edition of this world class educational playground facility affectionately known as "The Hasendal Wondertainment Centre."
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ART IN THE PARK AT LOURENSFORD
It has become a welcome trend in recent times to dot sculptures among the gardens at various wine farms in the Cape. The landscaping at Lourensford Estate is surely one of the finest examples with its large water features and high end sculptures by leading South African artists.
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THE HISTORICAL GARDENS OF VERGELEGEN
This is arguably the most beautiful combination of architecture and nature as well as the most outstanding photo ever taken of this peaceful and breathtaking heritage site. The home and gardens date back almost 400 years and are the product of four generations of custodians and cultivators.
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