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The ultimate Cape Town bucket list

100+ adventures from hot air balloons to jazz safari

Last updated: Friday, 24 July 2026

Where else can you watch 1 000 ducks parade every day, ride a hot air balloon, paraglide over the ocean, see one of the largest glass collections in the world (for free) AND visit a record store that was featured in an Oscar-winning documentary? Here’s 100+ bucket list adventures, from free and affordable to thrill-rushing, stretching all the way from West Coast to Beaufort West. Look for updates on new adventures every week.

VISIT CAPE TOWN’S FIRST SMART SHOP

Happy420 Africa stocks legal, lab-tested cannabis gummies and functional botanicals like kratom and sceletium, with dosage guides to help you choose the right experience. We chat to the co-founder of Cape Town’s first smart shop.

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Cape Town is full of curious discoveries, like a Khoisan art institute, Cape Malay cooking class and unique museums. Plus, check out 30+ new places & experiences and over 100 bucket list adventures. Don’t forget our weekend guide for cool and fun activities. And for daily discoveries, join us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, or subscribe to our newsletter.

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Two Oceans Aquarium 2025

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Aquarium is 25% OFF after 3pm + FREE on your birthday! Specials, memberships & more at the Two Oceans Aquarium

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Cape Town's 7 things to do this weekend A run for dignity, a rare plant hunt, and the biggest ballet stage in Africa

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Golden Hour, the people behind Cape Town’s iconic events Think Sexy Groovy Love, Alcazar and Retreat Yourself

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Cape Town Events Calendar

July 2026

EATING OUT

Ficks 2026

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If Ficks isn’t on your bucket list yet, here’s why it should be

Cape Town's 7 things to do this weekend

The best-kept seaside secret, just off Hermanus

New restaurants and experiences to discover

Eating Out

New restaurants and experiences to discover Wine and cocktail bar, beachside Indian cuisine & more

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Eating Out

Dutchies Hermanus with seafood, jazz and beachside views The whimsical family eatery has a newly revamped look & menu

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Eating Out

fable on Bree is fun and dead serious about cocktails Where else are you handcuffed to your drink?

NIGHTLIFE

Nightclubs 2025 Harringtons

Nightlife

Your guide to nightclubs and bars in Cape Town Our picks for clubbing: House, gqom, amapiano, 80’s & more

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Woodstock Brewery 2025

Bars

Where to find some of the best craft beer Award-winning craft beers at a Bavarian beerhall or taproom

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Nightlife

A guide to East City’s hottest block, Harrington Street

From dazzling disco & whiskey dinners to live music

Nightlife

City café is easy, affordable and open 365 days a year

Coffee, cocktails, and food served from sunrise to last call

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THINGS TO DO

Intaka Island - Snake bird

Blueberry Bar

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Murludi

Explore an island of rich wildlife in Century City

Blueberry picking and tasting in the Cape Winelands

The free surf group in Muizenberg that moms are raving about

Fruit picking, picnics & hikes on a charming family farm

Milk on the Beach 2025

Things to Do

Forever beach days at this family spot on Onrus lagoon Shakes and waffles for kids, sushi and boozy slushies for adults

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Krom River - @travelling_gypsy

Things to Do

A hiker's guide to walking the Krom River How to get there, best time to go, parking tips & permit prices

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Picking OV Peaches (unsplash)

Things to Do

Where to pick fruit and flowers Picking spots with wine tastings, petting zoos and even snow in winter

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Green Point Park 2025 - @tebogo_pinpin

Things to Do

The gems of Green Point Urban Park Free to enter, free parking, and three play parks for kids

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Hidden Dragon Magic Garden

Things to Do

A whimsical fairytale world made all by hand Tiny towns, gnome gardens, sleeping dragon, tours for R100

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LIFESTYLE

Sea Point public pools

Lifestyle

Public swimming pools to visit this summer Open dates & prices for all 35 public swimming pools

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Lifestyle

Inside Cape Town’s first smart shop Gummies with cannabis, kratom, sceletium & more. Fully legal

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Extreme Go Karting Tygervalley

Lifestyle

Kids’ birthday party spots that make it super easy for mom or dad For outdoor, indoor, small, big & affordable parties

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Freedom Adventure Park

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Things to do with kids that parents will enjoy too 65+ activities: Jumping, quad biking, river tubing + more

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