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As a visitor to Cape Town it is easy to follow the beaten track and explore the many tourist attractions that lure throngs of visitors, but the Mother City has so much more to offer.
While you are in Cape Town be sure to visit Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront and the exquisite Cape Winelands, but spare a few days of your holiday to take in the city’s hidden highlights.

Pink Flamingo

While visiting Cape Town be sure to visit the Pink Flamingo. A rooftop cinema nestled between the towering buildings of Long Street, the cinema screens all-time favourites and cult classics. The cinema provides comfortable seating, blankets and a drive-in-like experience under the stars.

Refreshments bring on a sense of nostalgia, with items such as candy floss, Eskimo pies, toffee apples, mixed candy and popcorn. Enjoy a cinema experience reminiscent of bygone days.

Neighbourgoods Market

Enjoy a shopping experience with a difference at Woodstock’s Neighbourgoods Market. Capetonians enjoy the festive atmosphere, live music and the unique market experience provided by over 100 speciality traders.

Mingle with the crowd and wander through the rows of fine food stalls. Deciding what to eat is never easy, given the diverse assortment of delicious treats on offer. Fashion, art and home décor items are aplenty and discerning shoppers are well catered for.

West Coast

Make your way to Cape Town’s somewhat undiscovered West Coast. A stretch of seaside towns boast untouched beaches and postcard views of Table Mountain.

Away from the crowds and commercialised tourist attractions, the West Coast and its quaint towns are a hidden retreat. Laid-back beach eateries offer a fresh seafood feast, prepared and served on the beach. Crayfish, mussels and snoek are must-have local delicacies.

Kayak around Cape Point

Experience the beauty of Cape Town from a kayak. The Mother City offers many kayaking tours that are as breathtaking as they are thrilling. Kayak in the warm waters of False Bay, and paddle below the cliffs of Cape Point. Look out for whales, dolphins, seals and penguins.

Double kayaks provide a sturdy and comfortable ride, safety equipment is provided and experienced guides lead the way. Experience the magic of sea kayaking, set against the spectacular backdrop of Cape Town’s coastline.

Kloofing

For an adrenaline adventure, experience kloofing in Cape Town. Also know as canyoning, the adventure sport provides an extreme means of exploring Cape Town.

The sport involves hiking up rugged gorges and then following the course of the mountain stream by floating, jumping or swimming. The object of kloofing is to leap over cliffs into deep pools of water. Jumps vary in height and some may require abseiling for descent. Kloofing in South Africa began in the Western Cape and the region’s most famous kloofing destinations include Suicide Gorge and Kamikaze Kanyon.

Cape Town’s Planetarium

Visit Cape Town’s Planetarium, one of only two of its kind in South Africa. The ‘theatre of stars’ provides shows and entertainment for the whole family. The domed auditorium recreates the night sky and provides an audio-visual spectacular. Varying programmes of thematic shows run daily, showcasing southern constellations. Experience the wonders of the universe at Cape Town’s Planetarium, based in the city centre.

The Twankey seafood, champagne and oyster barFor more indulgent pursuits, be sure to visit the Twankey, a glamorous seafood, champagne and oyster bar in historic Adderley Street. Unwind in plush surroundings with glimpses of Table Mountain through the large street-side windows. Live music permeates the venue and patrons enjoy a laid-back yet sophisticated atmosphere. Champagne and oysters at the Twankey is a stylish affair not to be missed.

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