If you find yourself in the Cape Town City Centre in search of experiences that won’t break the bank, you’re in for a treat!
This part of Cape Town is packed with things to see and do if you are a foodie, art lover, history buff or into nature. We’ve compiled a list of activities you can enjoy for under R150:
What To See and Do
Take a Historical Walking City Tour
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One way to experience the city is through a historical walking tour. Free Walking Tours Cape Town offers 90-minute tours that delve into the city’s compelling stories, its people, and its architecture. Choose between the Apartheid to Freedom, Bo-Kaap, or Historic City tours. Tours take place three times a day at 11:00, 14:00, and 16:20. No booking required.
Location: Visit Motherland Coffee, St Georges Mall to sign up. Keep an eye out for their green umbrellas.
Cost: Free, but tips are welcome.
Visit: freewalkingtourscapetown.co.za
…or an audio tour in Bo-Kaap
Bo-Kaap is famed for its colourful houses, museums, and rich heritage. With the hustle and bustle of food stalls, spice shops, and fascinating architecture, this part of Cape Town is well worth exploring. If you prefer to tour solo, join an audio tour hosted by a local, Shereen Habib. The tour starts at the Bo-Kaap Museum at 71 Wale Street and leads you to Auwal Mosque, known as the oldest mosque in South Africa. Other stops along the way include the first Dutch house of Jan de Waal and the Bo-Kaap Heritage Mural. End your tour with a traditional koesister from Rose Corner Superette.
Location: The tour starts at the Bo-Kaap museum at 71 Wale Street.
Cost: From R88 via VoiceMap
Website: voicemap.me/tour/cape-town/bo-kaap-walking-tour
Discover a new world at the Castle of Good Hope
Step into a world of history and architectural splendour at the Castle of Good Hope. Known locally as “The Castle”, this 17th-century bastion fort was originally situated on the Table Bay coastline. Declared a historical monument (now a provincial heritage site) in 1936, the Castle is a perfect way to learn more about the city’s past while feasting your eyes on some of its most remarkable architectural masterpieces.
Where: Darling St & Buitenkant St, Cape Town
Cost: Adults: R50, South African pensioners and children: R25
Visit: www.castleofgoodhope.co.za
Company’s Garden
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Undoubtedly one of the most visited attractions in the Mother City, the Company’s Garden is the perfect place to unwind and relax. As the oldest garden in South Africa, it showcases some of the country’s most beautiful trees and plants, and if you’re lucky, you might spot a few cheeky squirrels darting about. Pack a picnic, lay out a blanket, and soak up the grand views. Pop by the Iziko South African National Gallery (entry cost from R80) to browse some of the art on offer. Another museum you can visit is the District Six Museum, a short walk away from the garden. Entry to the museum is R60.
Where: 15 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town City Centre
Cost: Free.
Visit: thecompanysgarden.com/
The Iziko South African Museum
While you are at the Company’s Garden, we suggest you explore the Iziko South African Museum, home to 1,5 million items of cultural and scientific significance. You’ll see traditional outfits from the last century, learn more about fossils and ancient insects, and view stone tools made by people 120,000 years ago.
Location: 25 Queen Victoria Street, Gardens, Cape Town
Cost: Standard entry: R80
Price when you present a valid identification: Adults: R50, children aged 5 to 17: R30, and South African pensioners and students (with valid cards): R30. Free entry on Fridays.
Enjoy free entry on commemorative days.
Go shopping at Greenmarket Square
If you want to shop for unique trinkets, clothes, and art, a trip to Greenmarket Square is highly recommended. Known as one of Cape Town’s oldest public spaces, Greenmarket Square offers curious travellers affordable deals on proudly South African items. The stall vendors are a wealth of knowledge and always willing to share an anecdote or two.
Where: Burg St and Longmarket St, Cape Town City Centre.
Cost: Free, however, a cost applies for any purchases.
Where To Eat
Mariam’s Kitchen
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For those craving an authentic Cape Town foodie experience, complete with delicious samoosas, curries, or a massive Gatsby with all the fixings, a trip to Mariam’s Kitchen is essential. People come from far and wide to sample their food, and the affordable prices mean you can try more for less.
Location: 31 Heerengracht St, Foreshore, Cape Town and 101 St Georges Mall, Cape Town City Centre
Cost: Snacks from R7
Call: 071 544 2182
Lebanese Bakery, Constitution Street
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(@lebanesebakeryct)Lebanese Bakery is a charming eatery located in the east city precinct of Cape Town City Centre. You can indulge in Middle Eastern cuisine, featuring delights such as khob’z bread, ka’ak bread and manaoush, or savour authentic Turkish coffee or a cup of refreshing laban. The extensive menu caters to all dietary preferences, including vegetarian and halal visitors. The eatery doubles as a deli, so you can stock up on baba ganoush, hummus, falafel, labneh, za’atar, and more.
Location: 7 Constitution St, Cape Town
Price: From R50
Website: lebanesebakery.co.za/
Nice Café
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You’ve probably heard of Nice Café thanks to their monthly coffee raves that are taking the city by storm. True to its name, the café serves up all the nice vibes: laid-back energy, friendly faces, and delicious coffee. Pair your cuppa with one of their buttery pastries or sandwiches, and you’ve got yourself a top-tier hangout. Perfect for remote working.
Location: 113 Loop St, 60 Corporation St, and 1A Queen Victoria St.
Price: From R25.
Website: www.instagram.com/wearenice_/
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