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.

Sleep (in style) under the stars, feast on fine food and wine, explore the spectacular Elgin outdoors - and take seven of your friends with you

Plus taste wines you’ve never tasted before at Just Like Papa’s

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

This dam has been empty for two years. Levels look set to increase even further, given good rainfall in the mountain catchment areas. Get the latest update on Cape Town's dam levels.

Over the past six years, CapeTownMagazine.com has activated over 300 new businesses. Now you can also support entrepreneurs by nominating a friend’s new business for our #CapeTownMagNew project in association with Yoco

12 different dishes worth trying out

There’s plenty to do with your children – indoor and outdoor, dry or wet, with animals, adults and other kids – in the city or in the suburbs.  

Get some suggestions to suit any bride-to-be and budget

Stag parties for every budget, style and personality

We spoke to tour operators: Free tours, private tours, couples, family tours to holiday trips

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

From fresh fish to crayfish, prawns to fish and chips and mussels

Don’t leave it up to management, when we’ve got over 20 office party venue ideas and experiences to choose from

From kite surfing and shark cage diving to learning to code in the field of robotics – here's what you should be doing with your teens in Cape Town

Get your downward dog on with this comprehensive list of Cape Town’s best yoga studios.

Focus on the joy, not the stress. These kids birthday places take the effort out of organising the big day

Let these talented artists decorate your skin

Picnic spots near undisturbed waterfalls and lesser-known beach and rock pools that are much closer than you think

Something for everyone: Food, adventure, relaxed activities, and adrenaline-pumping experiences

Re-Locating soon: Healthy food that’s delicious and affordable. Stay tuned for details  

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

A selection of premium eateries to chow down with chopsticks in the Mother City 

Your guide to some of the best places to sun and swim without sand in and around Cape Town + a place for serious swimmers too

The perks go up as the temperature goes down with these winter specials.  

Winter is a great time to finally book into that place you’ve always dreamed of staying in

If you’re looking for some flirtatious fun, we have good news for you

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

It’s not every day you find a pet-friendly hotel that looks like an art gallery and operates on wireless streaming in the heart of Cape Town  

If it’s your birthday and you love getting free stuff, this is the list for you!

Slimming down the choice of Cape Town's healthy eateries from vegan to vegetarian and from lactose intolerant to gluten-free

Hidden gems, family-friendly beaches, beaches for sport-lovers, beaches for people-watchers. Dig your toes in the sand and catch some sun

Finally: from child-friendly veggie spots to places where you can proudly ask for the vegan menu. This is where to take all your friends

Dive into this list of public swimming pools in and around Cape Town that are open this summer 

Indulge in the happiest treat there is

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  

Adventure day tours uncovered in Cape Town and Surrounds

This is our curated list of festive gift and experience ideas for every special person in your life  

Step into the hidden inner-city gem and find out why locals eat here and keep coming back (you’ll struggle to find a table after 8pm)

The Mother City’s finest stand-up comedy clubs and venues

We've discovered some of the best roasteries and cafés in the Mother City for that perfect cup of java

Our guide to the best creators of gin in Cape Town, and where to find them!  

Whether it’s grocery shopping, hitting the gym or lusting over those designer European jeans, Cape Quarter has something for everyone

Claim your spot at these cool co-working spaces around Cape Town, each offering something different to maximise productivity

Where to find sushi specials in the Mother City 

Discover one of Cape Town’s treasure troves

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

World-renowned skatepark designers, epic V&A views from Battery Park and the first images of Cape Town’s newest skate destination

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

Rise and shine with Cape Town’s hearty breakfast pit-stops

A selection of Cape Town restaurants and cafés offering free wireless Internet

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