Experience diamonds like never before. Learn about the diamond industry, the history of diamonds and diamonds in South Africa. You can expect an intimate tour and learning experience when visiting the diamond museum. Expect to see mining gear, famous diamond replicas, historical artefacts, specimens of natural kimberlite and much more. You will also have the chance to see how diamond jewellery is manufactured to the final product.
Since October 4, 1929, we have been providing visitors with a world-class cableway experience when accessing Table Mountain. As the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company, we operate in a National Park and World Heritage Site. This gives our visitors a unique experience when making their way up Table Mountain. The mountain’s magnetism has a way of drawing people in, compelling them to reach the summit either by hike or by cableway. But getting to the top was not always the effortless trip it is today.
https://www.tablemountain.net/
For those seeking more adventure, consider exploring the hiking trails up Table Mountain, offering breathtaking views and an exhilarating outdoor experience. Click the link below to join a guided hike to the top of the mountain:
Located in V&A Waterfront
At African Trading Port we have attempted to bring Africa under one roof. Artwork from practically every African country and culture is available. ATP’s roots started with the establishment of an art workshop in Zimbabwe in 1978. We have been housed in our current location; the Old Port Captain’s Building at Cape Town’s Waterfront since 2001.
Signal Hill, Seinheuwel in Afrikaans, is a hill in Cape Town. Situated next to Lion's Head and Table Mountain, it provides an amazing 360° view over both these famous mountains and the city. And it's free!
https://wandering.world/signal-hill-best-sunset-spot-in-cape-town/
Robben Island, the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice” with a rich 500 year old multi-layered history, is visited every year by thousands of people eager to understand and honour the important aspects of South Africa’s history that the Island represents.
The ferries depart from the Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V & A Waterfront. The tour takes 3.5 hours including the ferry trip to and from the Island (Depending on the boat used as they have different travel times). To book a tour click the button below.
https://robbenisland.plankton.mobi/
This is where we celebrated the life of Nelson Mandela, where we cheered football’s superstars on the world’s biggest stage.
It’s where we’ve had goosebumps from seeing the globe’s biggest names live on stage and taken selfies of ourselves dressed up for rugby 7’s greatest event.
But it’s so much more than that. It’s also the perfect setting for a unique gala event, business conference or product launch and the ideal backdrop for an international blockbuster or one-of-a-kind photo shoot.
This is the DHL Stadium.
The sheltered inlet of Boulders Beach is located in the Cape peninsula near Simon's Town. Here exists a protected colony of African penguins which can be viewed in their natural habitat via wooden walkways. There is also an excellent beach for swimming nearby.
WHERE THE TWO OCEANS MEET
With numerous beaches, dozens of amazing viewpoints, a fascinating maritime history, and plenty of unique fauna and flora, it’s impossible to fit everything that Cape Point has to offer in one visit. Click the link below to view the most popular things to see and do when you next visit Cape Point:
Art@Africa invests time and enthusiasm in young artists, offering them a platform to work from introduces up and coming artists into the market and works with both established and new artists to exhibit cross pollination of both established and new artists of South African Talent.
Located in the V&A Waterfront
https://www.artatafrica.art/en-us/
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is a public, not-for-profit institution that exhibits, collects, preserves, and researches contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora; conceives and hosts international exhibitions; develops supporting educational, discursive, and enrichment programs; encourages intercultural understanding; and strives for access for all.
Located in the V&A Waterfront
https://zeitzmocaa.museum/
Sitting near the heart of the city at the foot of Signal Hill, this vibrant neighborhood houses Cape Town's Muslim community. Bo-Kaap is truly a treat for the eyes, characterized by its brightly colored houses and fascinating community. The residents of Bo-Kaap are the descendants of "Cape Malays," slaves brought by Dutch settlers from Malaysia, Indonesia, and numerous African countries.
6 minute drive from V&A Waterfront
This star-shaped fortress at the heart of Cape Town is the oldest surviving building in South Africa. Constructed in the late 17th century by the Dutch East India Company, the Castle of Good Hope acted as the center of colonial Cape Town's administration and armed forces.
6 minute drive from V&A Waterfront
A secret spot where you can relax and watch the sun go down from a stunning outdoor vantage point. The locals call it Sunset Rock.
8 minute drive from V&A Waterfront.
https://www.capetownetc.com/outdoors/secret-spot-sunset-rock/
Hop aboard a charter and make your way from Hout Bay to the island. As you splash through the ocean, be captivated by views of spectacular Chapmans Peak Drive and lofty Sentinel Mountain. As you get closer to the island, watch the seals frolic, flop on rocks, and sunbathe in their natural habitat.
https://www.capetowndaytours.co.za/inventory/seal-island-boat-trip-drumbeat