Things to Do in Cape Town

Hillside garden & nature reserve with rare plant species, walking trails & mountain views.

The Pipe Track is a hiking area in Cape Town. Our trail runs along the western flank of Table Mountain, following the base of the Twelve Apostles, offering panoramic views of Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. We follow the old water pipeline laid in the 1800s, which carried water from Disa Gorge to Cape Town. It is a relatively flat and accessible route, suitable for first-timers or families, starting at Kloof Nek.

Spacious urban park offering a stadium, biodiversity garden, exercise circuit & lots of green space.

Busy beach with white sand, umbrella rentals, scenic mountain views & access to bars & restaurants.

Camps Bay Beach is a beach in Cape Town. Our Atlantic coastline location features white sand and blue waters, overlooked by Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles mountain chain. We are well sheltered when southerly winds blow during the summer months. Our beach hosts numerous events, including international beach volleyball tournaments and the Summer Beach festival. Lifeguards are on duty during summer, and informal traders supply refreshments. We offer partial disability access.

Camps Bay Nature Park is a park in Cape Town. We are a preserved wilderness area with views of the sun setting.

Mayfield Park is a city park in Cape Town with tall trees providing shade for relaxation. We offer play rides for children and provide dog waste bags at the entrance.

Tree-filled park featuring a playground, tennis courts, summertime concerts & lots of dogs.

Oudekraal is a park in Cape Town with braai facilities and beach access. We offer a natural setting for swimming and picnics, featuring views of Lion's Head and the Twelve Apostles mountain range. Our team works to conserve and protect the natural and cultural heritage of South Africa's national parks.

This rural non-profit is home to many business ventures from equestrian activities to art workshops.

Rondebosch Park is a park in Cape Town established in 1870. It is managed by the City of Cape Town's Recreation and Parks Department, offering a green space for markets, walking, picnicking, playing, and exercising. Our park includes a children's playground, an outdoor gym, toilet facilities, and picnic tables. Dogs are welcome to join their owners. The Friends of Rondebosch Park works to provide a natural space and conserve its facilities, liaising with the City of Cape Town and local Ward 59 Councillor.