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The 45 best things to do in Cape Town right now
With the Atlantic Ocean on the doorstep and Table Mountain National Park as the ‘back garden’, it’s little wonder Cape Town is hailed as one...
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Whether you have a week to explore or a day to see it all, here's how to make the most of the 'Mother City'...
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Best summery activities
Cape Town isn't just beaches and city life– there are some of the best summer experiences just outside the city
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Best ways to enjoy the V&A
Ready to dive in (not literally)? Here are the very best things to do on your visit to this lively, historic harbour precinct
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Best golf courses
Pack your bags – and perhaps a few extra balls – and tee up for the Time Out guide to the best golf courses in Cape Town
Health and beauty
Best spas in Cape Town
Whether you opt for a hotel destination spa with all the steam-room bells and hydrotherapy whistles, or a simple day spa delivering a memorable massage,...
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Things to do beyond Cape Town
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The ultimate guide to the Durbanville Winelands
One of Cape Town’s most convenient wine country and (arguably) the spiritual home of Sauvignon Blanc in the Cape Winelands
The 18 best day trips from Cape Town
Whether it's wine, whales or wide open beaches, explore beyond the city with these fabulous day trips from the Mother City.
Travel
The best way to travel to Antarctica from Cape Town
You read that correctly: you can swap Cape Town’s sunny beaches for the seventh continent’s Deep Field in less than six hours
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The 10 best small-town getaways near Cape Town
Looking for a quick break close to the Mother City?
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Your quintessential West Coast guide
Tap into four days of coastal cool, bloom-chasing, and small-town flavour.
The 18 best day hikes in Cape Town
Looking to find Mother Nature in the 'Mother City'? Lace up your boots and hit the trails.
Local Intel
Restaurants
Local Intel: Ivor Jones
Here’s where Chef Ivor Jones suggests you eat, sip, and take some time out this season
Bars and pubs
Local Intel: Leah van Deventer
When it comes down to it, Leah is simply passionate about elevating Cape Town’s cocktail and mixology culture
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Local Intel: Mandisi Dyantyis
Discover the corners of Cape Town that inspire Dyantyi's celebrated blend of musical storytelling
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Local Intel: Lester Kiewit
Where does CapeTalk's breakfast host like to hang out? Lester shares his Cape Town favourites with Time Out...
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Local Intel: David Derman
Cape Town spots that keep singer-songwriter David Derman's creativity – and caffeine levels – topped up
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Latest things to do news
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NYE: What’s on at the V&A
Out with the old and in with the new! Here's what's on at the V&A this New Year's Eve...
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New Route for Cape Town’s 2026 Minstrel Parade: Here’s what you need to know
The iconic parade is set to shift to the fan walk in Green Point, with planned road closures to impact access.
Restaurants
Ladurée now open in the V&A Waterfront
The French pâtisserie’s arrival is creating a buzz among confectionery lovers.
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Out and About in Cape Town: Things to do this weekend
Your guide to the best experiences across the Mother City this Friday, 26 December, to Sunday, 28 December.
Travel
Airlink boosts Cape Town capacity with new aircraft
The airline's new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft brings added capacity on high-density domestic routes over the peak festive season.
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Western Cape Fire Alert: Fire rips through Laborie Estate in Paarl
Seasonal fire risks due to windy conditions see large parts of the Wester Cape remain on peak fire alert.
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Asoka: A place of mystery, Asian fusion, and an olive tree
Consistency. Energy. Longevity. Vibe. This Kloof Street mainstay promises more than just a tasty meal...
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Time Out Advent Calendar 2025: Merry Christmas!
Get ready for 24 days of Mother City festive joy and surprise giveaways.
Music
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Where to take the music with you this summer in Cape Town
The Festive Season is all about the jol... and music plays a big part in that, especially in Cape Town.