Exciting new restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clubs, markets, venues and hot spots to discover and explore. PLUS: Support a friend's business

It’s the smallest most unique hidden places that make a city. That make your day. Our team is sharing theirs.

Where else can you have coffee amongst the greenery and walk away with the chair you sat on?

New in town or a true local, you’ll discover something you didn’t know about Cape Town on a Kiff Kombi tour

They call it Wingerd Vista because of the spectacular garden and sculpture views (the food and drinks aren’t bad either)

17 Things to (re)discover on one of Cape Town most-visited streets

Have a cuppa and watch the baker prep artisan loaves and pastries at Our Place

No more waiting around: The Daily Music Show offers activities and entertainment with substance to fill those awkward hours between when work ends and meeting up with friends

This yogi has put last year’s racism-in-yoga saga behind her and opened her own, more outwardly inclusive yoga studio, Holding Space, in Woodstock

A look at excellent, small, new or top contemporary and classic exhibition spaces

A special selection of spaces in the Mother City perfect for hosting private parties, social soirées and corporate events

Plus punk, jazz and alternative rock on the same night

A roundup of awesome and quirky after-dark activities in Cape Town

Discover the first of its kind in Cape Town

BONUS: Get 25% off your first month! Download the free Cartel House app and use the code: CapeTownMag   

Party in luxury among the VVIPs at the iconic Secrets of Summer New Year’s Eve Beach Party, you get immediate access (no standing in queues), your own table and a dedicated waitron, plus drinks  

Snuggle up to a loved one as you watch love stories unfold like in Notting Hill, or have a giggle at classic comedies like Mrs Doubtfire – all while under a starry Capetonian sky

Plus: 15 Things To Discover: 7 Exhibits, 3 ocean experiences and scuba, kids play area and more

Plus: Win an exclusive tasting experience with the Platter's publisher and us as you discover SA's 2019 five star wines for all varietals

The best museums in Cape Town and the surrounds

A sneak peek into the lavish luxury lifestyle of the Mother City’s elite.

Cape Town loves real beer

Emmy and SAFTA nominated: Roaring 20s to vintage Hollywood, biblical to post-apocalyptic flicks and TV series looks for your next themed party

The crossroads: where South African creativity, culture and kos meet

Making your way to a dress-up party, Halloween hoedown or masquerade ball? Browse our list of costume hire companies to find the perfect party look!

A trendy township that’s well worth a visit… or two

A round-up of the top playhouses, performance spaces and stages in the Mother City

We enlist the help of some of Cape Town’s ‘sickening’ drag queens to school you on the drag dictionary 

It’s been a year since the opening of the world’s largest museum of contemporary African art and there’s a lot to look back on

Six different performances present unique South African and African theatrical experiences

Explore organic food, art and alcohol-fuelled debates in this bohemian Cape Town suburb

Skip the galleries and take a walk through Cape Town to see some impressive street art 

Channel your inner creative with our pick of the best art classes and studios in the Mother City

13 Unique rooms, live music and good food every day, late breakfast, mountain views and every Cape Town adventure in easy reach – use promo code "CAPETOWNMAG" when booking to get the winter special deal

A virtual reality room, 3D maze, indoor zipline and Hint Hunt escape games are some of the features at this awesome new SuperPark at the V&A Waterfront.  

Reviewing the trend that’s repurposing ‘rubbish’

Tiny teepees for the kids, a spin ‘round the track for adrenaline junkies, and aFREAKa onsies for everyone.

Indulge in the lighter side of life at this new, uber creative, vegan pop-up eatery

It feels just like home

Today’s tshisanyamas offer more than meat, pap and chakalaka

A look at the background of Mzansi’s most sought-after stone 

A guide to one of the world’s most coveted and sought after precious stones

The all new digital dome at the Iziko Museum boasts edu-tainment for the whole family

Take a look at what our beautiful city used to look like in the 1800s and early 1900s compared to how it looks now

Comfort food + cosy atmosphere = complete peace of mind

Café du Cap brings a taste of France to Loop Street

Get your creative juices flowing at this fun, family-friendly art studio!

Experience serenity and tranquility within the hustle and bustle of Cape Town’s CBD at this intimate boutique hotel.

Catch a glimpse at the critically acclaimed film here!

Mojo Market, the trendy new addition to Regent Street in Sea Point

In light of a blossoming creative scene, tongues are wagging about whether the Mother City has what it takes to carve itself a place on the international art map. Dayle Kavonic investigates.

Learn to draw and paint (almost) like a pro