Top things to do with mom in Cape Town

It's time to ignite your appreciative spark

For all their nagging, mothers have not only instilled us with a set of morals,  but they’ve also clothed us, fed us and put up with us during those 'rebellious teenage years'.  It’s time to pay it forward. We've selected the best things to do with mom in Cape Town.

Wining and dining mom:

High Tea at The Mount Nelson Hotel
Most women like nothing more than a good natter over a cup of tea. Indulge mum with gourmet lunchtime delights from the daily buffet while gentle notes from the grand piano set the scene .
76 Orange Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 483 1000

Farm-style breakfast at Cafe Roux
The family-run cafe is home to a Bedouin tent, just the thing for sumptuous summer breakfasts. After breakfast browse the clothing as well as the arts and crafts stores of the Noordhoek Farm Village. Read more about Cafe Roux.
Noordhoek Farm Village | Noordhoek | +27 (0)21 789 2538

Women of all ages love chocolate
Linger in a lavender-framed, Cape Tuscan-style courtyard over Masala Chai Dark Chocolate. Your dedicated wine expert will help to pair melt-in-the-mouth cocoa with Kevin Arnold Shiraz. Read more about Waterford.
Blaauwklippen Road | Stellenbosch | +27 (0)21 880 0496

A boozy lunch at The Grand Beach Café
Indulge in beach-café cuisine and cocktails in the company of oversized chandeliers, antique Indian rugs and a deck by the sea.
Granger Bay Road | Granger Bay | +27 (0)21 425 0551

Gourmet Goddess
Your mum could be throwing impressive dinner parties for 'the girls' in just six weeks time, once she gets help from Jenny Morris, the Giggling Gourmet, on how to get hot and steamy over the stove. Experienced professionals help to make home cooking fun and entertaining.
32 Napier Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 425 3000

Indulgent things to do with mom:

Pampered parent at Librisa Spa
Let an experienced therapist pamper your mother with luxurious and natural ingredients. She'll leave feeling revitalised and glowing.  Read more about Librisa Spa.
76 Orange Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 483 1000

Passion for fashion at Canal Walk
Whether she's after a vintage tutu, a woolly hat, a Japanese oyster pearl  or even an iPhone, Canal Walk is sure to dress the most fashion conscious of yummy mummies. Read more about Canal Walk.
Century City  Boulevard | Milnerton | +27 (0)21 529 9699

Diamonds are a mom's best friend
How about a peek at a working diamond workshop, showroom and museum? She might hurl her wedding ring back at your dad screaming, "It should have been Shimansky!"  Read more about the Shimansky Diamond Tour.
Top Floor | The Clock Tower | V&A Waterfront | +27 (0)72 353 8977

Cultural things to do with mom:

A chat with an inspiring community figure
Hazel Allies-Husselman invites you to her Bonteheuwel home for dinner, coffee and a chat. Read more about the Coffee Beans Story Telling Route.
70 Wale Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 424 3572

On Broadway Theatre
Treat mom to a variety of her favourite theatre, with fine food to match. Read more about On Broadway.
44 Long Street | Cape Town | +27 (0)21 424 1194

What if the World Gallery
Browse talented new contemporary artists with your mother turned art critic. Visit on a Saturday morning and you'll also catch the gourmet Neighbourgoods market.
373 Albert Road | Woodstock | +27 (0)21 448 1438

By Lisa Nevitt

Read our top things to do with teenagers and our top things to do with 20'somethings in Cape Town and Surrounds.

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