A selection of the scenic Mother City’s top hangouts for sipping on sundowners

Things you have to do at least once (or every once in a while) as a visitor and local

A first in SA: Imagine riding a bike on the water and looking straight down into the ocean and surrounds

Explore these lesser-known yet equally exciting to-do’s in our lovely seaside metropolis and surrounds

Factual Fun for Everyone

Romantic sunset cruises, party boats or dinner on the water with loads of room for functions (even weddings) to float your boat

Swim with the Atlantic’s most mysterious fish in the ‘great white shark capital of the world’

Discover the great Karoo on a fun-filled tour that takes the road less travelled

A must-visit hidden gem

WATCH: See the marine Big Five, snorkel with seals, dive, free dive, sup and adventure boat rides plus exclusive reader discounts via this link

Beginner PADI to advanced freediving adventures daily from the V&A – plus exclusive reader discounts on trips (follow the link)

Here’s why a ride with the city’s #1 voted helicopter operator ranks in the top 3 unique things to do in Cape Town

Keep the romance alive with a VIP helicopter flight to Stellenbosch and the Winelands – or combine your flight with a Harley ride through Constantia and back to the city

Beginner to advanced PADI scuba diving courses, prices, trips and exclusive 15% reader discounts on trips with Ocean Experiences

Aquila Game Reserve in the Southern Karoo offers a prime Big 5 safari experience only two hours from Cape Town

Cape Town summer is like no other!

Spice up the culinary repertoire with intimate Bo-Kaap lessons

Strategy, teamwork and loads of fun, here’s why these action-packed games are excellent for team building, kids parties, keeping your children entertained and having fun outdoors

Spend an unforgettable day at one of South Africa’s most beautiful reserves

Welcome to paradise: penguins and beautiful beaches in a seaside village

Make the most of your youth by immersing yourself in every hip and happening activity in the Mother City

Take in the breathtaking view of Cape Town from atop Lions Head, day or night

Cape Town’s most rewarding Toll Road, for a life-is-good-feeling

Your detailed daily plan for an unforgettable but affordable week in the Mother City

A powerful tribute to South Africa’s favourite sport

A sneak peak at Shimansky’s diamond and jewellery workshop in Cape Town

Delight in the delicious fruits of your own labour in scenic winelands settings

The Mother City’s ultimate mental challenge: 60 minutes to solve your way to freedom. Do you have what it takes?

Whizz through the Mother City on one of these self-powered and environmentally-friendly rechargeable bikes

The Cape Town home of action-packed aerial quests for kids and adults of all ages

Cape Town’s first-ever virtual reality arcade offering gamers an all-new out-of-this-world experience using the latest HTC Vive technology

Embark on a journey to taste, explore and discover flavourful craft beers at this new out-of-town brewery

A locally-inspired overview of offbeat Mother City sightseeing alternatives and activities

Walk your dog, meet your friends for a picnic and enjoy a variety of flora

A treat for adventurers: the launch of the first official guided excursion down the face of Paarl’s iconic peak

This coastal town has something for everyone

Hollywood of the winelands

A round-up of a few helpful hints and practical tips for co-existing with the international influx

Cape Town’s famed botanical greenway opens an aerial forest boardwalk

One of the longest aerial cable courses in Africa opens at Constantia Nek

A brand new breathtaking zipline adventure awaits under an hour’s drive from Cape Town

Vintage fun for the whole family

African bites with African beats

Touring the Town of Oaks: a place of rich culture and vibrant character

The fastest, finest way to travel to the top of Cape Point

Minimalist inner-city gallery with hidden treasures for you to discover

Swellendam’s faerie sanctuary

Discover Cape Town style jazz up close with Mac McKenzie and Coffeebeans Routes

Food, wine and warm summer skies

Why so few people know about it baffles us. Time for a (re)discovery.

The view... oh that view!

For the best views one climbs Signal Hill