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

Tick them off your list and explore the Western Cape with our pick of budget getaways and affordable escapes that cost less than R550pp per night

From wine tastings on a lagoon to pirate-themed adventure mini-golf, there’s so much to discover at Benguela Cove, Nom Nom and Lakeside Lodge & Spa

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

Unbelievably cool midweek Winelands dinners, breakfast that magically disappears off your bill and more winter deals you don’t want to miss  

Plus: Free and cheap things with kids, birthday freebies and something special for next Monday

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  

Every type of function you can imagine, 10 different winelands wedding spaces in one and refined farm-to-table bistro restaurant, bakery and deli to discover

From sandboarding and paintball to showing you the best kitesurfing spots, Zeestock Adventure Lodge knows how to keep the adrenaline flowing  

Brand-new Njalo-Njalo offers idyllic family farm accommodation just 2 hours outside of Cape Town

Wind down against the backdrop of breathtaking sea views at aha Simon’s Town Quayside Hotel

The outdoor living experts who introduced "glamping" to South Africa are expanding to more must-visit areas of the Western Cape

WATCH: 3 Brand-new campsites and all the boutique luxuries these super shareable boutique glamping experiences have to offer, PLUS: booking open for the new camp in the Cape Winelands

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

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

All the info: New Year's Day is a public holiday in South Africa, celebrated in Cape Town among family and friends

All the latest: Cape Town's selection of unique, special and spectacular parties, dinners and celebrations to ring in 2019 

Vineyards make the ideal setting for your big day 

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  

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

Free Cape Town CBD delivery, emergency and travel medication from Barr’s Pharmacy

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

Short on cash? Here are a treasure trove of free things to do in the Mother City 

From the cheeky piggies at the animal farm to the mini racetrack and enormous sandpit and sweeping gardens, Vredenheim Animal Farm offers something for everyone

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

Whether she likes macaroons or massages, these are impressive options of unique things to do with or for your mom

From a tinder party in Long Street to a spoken word gathering in a bookstore, we’ve rounded up the unique things to do this Valentine’s Day

South Africa's gourmet capital

An all-weather theme park, glow-in-the-dark mini-golf, laser tag, free and indoor activities plus restaurants that love catering for kids

Your guide to the when, where and what of after-work drink deals in the Mother City

A selection of cultural and historical sights at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town

This town redefines the classic, weekend break

From five-star hotels and guest farms to backpackers and campsites, plus: loads of exciting things to do in and around Swellendam

A guide to Mother City eateries with refreshing ocean vistas and menus to match

Keep it in the family with eateries that are child-friendly too

Markets, museums, tours and other fun and exciting adventure activities in this famous Cape Winelands town

A selection of reliable, cheap car hire agents in the Mother City

Your own space and luxury features — Afribode Accommodation offers ideal apartment-style business stays in and around Cape Town

Off-road through the mountains, rough it in style in the bush and cruise the city’s most famous scenic roads in a luxury sedan with AroundAboutCars

Your guide to the best places to catch a wave in and around Cape Town 

You can shop till you drop at these malls in Cape Town

From private wood-fired hot tubs to natural springs reaching 65 degrees – these are the steamy spots you need to melt into this winter

Head to the countryside for an adventurous cooking experience, food tours and then unwind at the luxury cottages at African Relish  

From special rates in the city to discounts on accommodation when booking, here’s how they go the extra mile to help you discover more of Cape Town

Temporarily closed: Sea Point’s iconic hotel, the Ritz, has been upgraded to reflect a charming, modern aesthetic

From intimate, luxury conference rooms to fully removable doors that convert the exhibition hall into a space big enough for a car or boat show, this hotel should be on your next corporate function radar

Breakfast by specially trained “egg-spert” chefs, 38 gourmet milkshakes, free parking (in the CBD) and an urban-chic communal space where meeting new people is easy

This soulful De Waterkant haunt is home to the ultimate trio: live music, creative cocktails and tapas

Muslims break their fast with a pre-dawn meal called suhoor, and iftaar, which is served at sunset.

This coastal town has something for everyone

With a new, bigger, more comfortable (and air-conditioned) new Toyota van, Kiff Kombi Tours is still your one-way ticket to good vibes 

Spend the summer sipping sundowners on the beach front in Cape Town