Cape Town Attractions and Events

I use this Cape Town Attractions and Events page to keep you updated on what is happening in the Mother City and to give you inspiration on what to do in Cape Town.

I regularly add a reminder of attractions worthwhile to visit, as the Mother City has so much to offer.

Join me in the most beautiful city in the world and enjoy its offerings!

MTBS Athletics

When: Friday 3 February 2012

If you have never witnessed the opening ceremony of a MTBS athletics meet, you have missed something.

MTBS refers to the schools participating (DF Malan (M), Tygerberg, Bellville and Stellenberg).

Spectators usually start taking their seats as early as 05:00 to get the best seats for the ceremony.

During the ceremony each school then gets the opportunity to perfom.

It really is something worthwhile to see.

Blue Bird Garage Market

The Blue Bird Garage Market offers a great selection of home and hand-made food (dairy, sweets, cakes, preserves, artisan breads, meats, etc) as well as an interesting and varied collection of craft, jewellery, vintage clothing and wooden surfboards.

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The Fringe Handmade Creative Goods Market

When: Saturday 4 February 2012

Now in its second year, The Fringe, a design and innovation district in Cape Town, will host their exclusive Fringe Handmade Creative Market in Harrington Street.

The market offers a wide variety of stands items such as pottery, fashion, jewellery, home ware and accessories.

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The Michaelis Collection

The Michaelis Collection was donated by Sir Max Michaelis in 1914 and consists of a world-renowned selection of Nederlandish art from the seventeenth-century Golden Age. The collection is housed in the Old City Hall next to Greenmarket Square.

There are works by Frans Hals, Jan Steen, Jacob Ruisdal and Anthony van Dyck.

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High Tea at Villa Pascal

Every Wednesday in February from 9h00-13h00, Villa Pascal will present their very popular High Tea mornings.

Patrons can enjoy delicious treats from scones, tarts, pastries, melktert, finger sandwiches and selected teas.

Booking essential. ONLY 40 tickets available.

Venue:

Villa Pascal,
28 Van der Westhuizen Street,
Durbanville

Contact details:

021 975 2566, 082 569 4147

Atydgedacht Wine Estate

Atydgedacht Wine Estate is situated only 15 km away from the Atlantic ocean and the farm and falls into one of the coolest wine growing regions of South Africa.

This cooler weather means that the ripening period of the grape is lengthened and has the excellent potential for quality wine.

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Boschendal Wine Estate

Boschendal Wine Estate is one of the oldest wine producers on the Franschhoek wine route.

Visitors to the estate are able to taste and purchase wines at the Taphuis Wine Tasting Centre.

At the restaurants you have a choice between a buffet lunch, light lunches or a picnic.

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Atlantic Rail

If you are looking for something different to do, why not join Atlantic Rail for a steam train ride from Cape Town to Simons Town.

On the trip the railway line skirts the ocean as it travels through Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek and Glencairn coming to an end in Simonstown with a view of the naval dockyard.

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Cape Town Statues

See a few of the beautiful statues to be found in the centre of Cape Town.

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Castle Cape Town Tens rugby event

When: 3 and 4 February 2012

The popular Castle Cape Town Tens rugby event, the brainchild of former Springbok legends Bob Skinstad and Rob Fleck, at the Hamilton Rugby Club.

Expect an exciting music line up, appearances from local and international rugby legends, competitions and giveaways, and a new addition, an exciting rugby expo.

With three rugby fields, beer and food tents, kiddies play areas, as well as a host of rugby legends and SA personalities, there is plenty to experience both on and off the rugby field for the whole family.

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Koeberg Nature Reserve

The Koeberg Nature Reserve is a private reserve of 3000 ha around the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station.

There are two hiking trails on the reserve.

The Dikkop Trail is a 13 km circular walk including a 2km walk along the beach.

The Grysbok Trail is a two hour walk and includes a stretch along the beach, which is a restricted area because it is the breeding site of a variety of birds including the endangered Black Oystercatcher.

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Hout Bay

This weekend is the ideal time to take a slow drive to Hout Bay for fish and chips at the harbour.

Forget your troubles, chill and take in the beautiful scenery.

Activities include World of Birds or various cruises at the harbour.

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Rust en Vrede Art Gallery and Clay Museum

The Rust en Vrede is an Art Gallery that hosts works of art by established and emerging artists, as well as a clay museum.

The Clay museum contains a collection of South African ceramics representing the various techniques of making, decorating and firing.

The exhibition changes frequently and includes the Oude Meester Collection, Linn ware and ethnic pottery.

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Porter Estate Produce Market

Porter Estate Produce Market is a unique outdoor market where locals can shop for fantastic fresh produce, savour a farm-style breakfast, and best of all is the activities for the little people!

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Butterfly World

Butterfly World is a tropical garden in a 1000 square meter green house where exotic butterflies can fly freely.

Up to 800 butterfly pupae are imported per week all year round. They come from countries such as Costa Rica, Philippines, Malaysia and China.

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Cape Fight - Mixed Martial Arts Event

When: 4 February 2012

Recent years has seen a boom in the popularity of Mixed Martial Arts.

Cape Fight League hopes to not only afford fighters much needed fighting experience, but also to grow the sport.

So join them for this, their debut at the Bellville Velodrome.

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Delaire Graff Restaurant

Delaire Graff Restaurant offers fresh, seasonal-inspired menus bursting with vibrant, dynamic and robust flavours.

Enjoy the views of the Stellenbosch Mountains on the terrace under a canopy of pin oak trees, or within the spacious restaurant.

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Digital camera tips for the perfect holiday photo

Digital camera tips for the perfect holiday photo

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Willowbridge Slow Market

At the Willowbridge Slow Market products have been grown, raised, harvested, caught, preserved or transformed by the producers themselves.

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