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Cape Town 2018
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is one of Cape Town 2018.

1. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

9.4
0 Rhodes Dr, iKapa, Western Cape
Botanical Garden · Table Mountain · 114 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Must see! The gardens are enormous but I hear you can book a shuttle tour to see much more than one can cover on foot.

Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA) is one of Cape Town 2018.

2. Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA)

8.8
South Arm Rd, iKapa, Western Cape
Art Museum · Cape Town CBD - Foreshore · 25 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Worth checking out if you have time - only need 1-2 hours to get through all of the exhibits.

3. The Test Kitchen

The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road, iKapa, Western Cape
Restaurant · Woodstock · 55 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Spectacular! Arrive hungry and pace yourself - you'll get 10-12 snacks before you even start the 6-7 course tasting menu.

4. KWV Wine Emporium

7.9
Paarl, Western Cape
Winery · 5 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Only stop here if you want a convenient place to grab a bottle of brandy. Highly recommend their 20 yr bottle.

5. Babylonstoren

9.4
R45, Klapmuts, Western Cape
Vineyard · 48 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours here, longer if you want to stop for a meal. Take note of all the amazing fruits and vegetables in the garden and don't miss the bakery, meat and cheese shops.

6. The Old Biscuit Mill

9.2
375 Albert Rd (Mill St), Woodstock, Western Cape
Market · Woodstock, Cape Town · 125 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Saturday market gets crowded, even by 10am.

7. Mulberry & Prince - Kitchen And Bar

8.1
12 Pepper Street, iKapa, Western Cape
Tapas Restaurant · Cape Town CBD - Foreshore · 3 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: We tried one of every dish and it was very hit or miss. You can tell they are trying but haven't quite hit the mark. Service was also underwhelming.

8. Grande Provence

8.8
Main Road, Franschhoek, Western Cape
Vineyard · 24 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Gorgeous grounds and a nice place to stop for a snack. I heard their Chardonnay is the standout but they were sold out (go figure).

Anthonij Rupert is one of Cape Town 2018.

9. Anthonij Rupert

8.9
Franschhoek, Western Cape
Vineyard · 7 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Absolutely stunning views paired with amazing wines. What more could you ask for!

10. Mullineux & Leeu

8.4
Winery · 3 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: They were able to squeeze us in before noon, but otherwise, advance bookings are advised. They have quite a few chenin blancs, if that's your thing.

11. Cause Effect

8.4
280 Dock Rd, iKapa, Western Cape
Cocktail Bar · Cape Town CBD - Foreshore · 2 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Such a fun cocktail bar! Be sure to taste some local brandy and get a cocktail or two. Your bartender is guaranteed to light something on fire.

12. Cafe Paradiso

8.0
110 Kloof St (at Malan), Gardens, Western Cape
Mediterranean Restaurant · 51 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: If you like living on the edge, order their steak with chocolate sauce.

13. Kalk Bay

Kalkbaai, Western Cape
Village · 7 tips and reviews

Kaeli J.Kaeli J: Explore the plethora of beautiful boutique stores and meander along the pier with ice-cream in your hand and sunshine on your face

Cape Point Nature Reserve is one of Cape Town 2018.

14. Cape Point Nature Reserve

9.3
Cape Point Nature Reserve, iKapa, Western Cape
Nature Preserve · Cape of Good Hope · 47 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Skip the lighthouse and hike down to the beach and up to the point. The beach is pristine!

15. Robben Island

7.9
Robben Island, iKapa, Western Cape
Historic and Protected Site · Robben Island · 42 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Worth going to get a taste of history, but know that the ferries might run behind schedule and the tour is very scripted.

16. Lions Head Trail

9.3
Signal Hill Rd (Forestry Rd), iKapa, Western Cape
Hiking Trail · Cape Town · 26 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: The boulder climb towards the top can be challenging but otherwise an easy, fast and fun trail.

The Gin Bar is one of Cape Town 2018.

17. The Gin Bar

9.4
64A Wale Street, iKapa, Western Cape
Cocktail Bar · Cape Town CBD - Foreshore · 28 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: If you're looking for a pre-dinner cocktail, get there right at 5pm to get a table. Small space and fills up quickly.

18. Azure Restaurant

6.3
Victora Street, iKapa, Western Cape
Gastropub · Table Mountain · 6 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Incredible views and attentive service. Food is good but not outstanding.

Sea Point Pavilion is one of Cape Town 2018.

19. Sea Point Pavilion

7.9
Main Rd., iKapa, Western Cape
Swimming Pool · Sea Point · 25 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Ocean-fed pools to cool you off on a hot day. 20 rand to enter with chairs available to rent.

20. Greenmarket Square

7.3
10 New Market St, iKapa, Western Cape
Flea Market · Cape Town CBD - Foreshore · 36 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Best place to get a taste for the local craft scene. Many stalls have similar stuff so use that to your advantage when bargaining.

Hemelhuijs is one of Cape Town 2018.

21. Hemelhuijs

8.9
71 Waterkant St, iKapa, Western Cape
Café · Cape Town CBD - Foreshore · 58 tips and reviews

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: The Bitches say: A+. This is a beautiful, unique café and bakery with a gorgeous space, friendly service, and spectacular cuisine. Plus, they serve brunch on weekdays. Read more.

22. Camps Bay Beach

9.4
Victoria Rd, Camps Bay, Western Cape
Beach · 95 tips and reviews

Tugba Z.Tugba Zor: Stunning beach, nice restaurants around. You can watch amazing sunset and breathtaking mountains

KAUAI is one of Cape Town 2018.

23. KAUAI

8.2
The Meadway 1 (Camps Bay), iKapa, Western Cape
Juice Bar · Camps Bay · 14 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: Solid spot to grab a smoothie or juice before hitting the beach.

Boulders Beach Penguin Colony is one of Cape Town 2018.

24. Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

9.1
1 Kleintuin Rd, iKapa, Western Cape
Nature Preserve · Simon's Town · 76 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: If penguins are your goal, no need to pay money to access the beach. Instead, take the boardwalk to the right and you'll find plenty of penguins. Some even come right up to the boardwalk.