Guidebook for Cape Town
Food Scene
This is perhaps one of the best kept local secrets; Olympia bakery and cafe offers both the convenience of a deli and the relaxation of a restaurant. Olympia serves great baked pastries and homemade cakes as well as day time and night time meals. Such as salads or meat dishes. It also has a good vegetarian selection. We suggest you go there when you are in no rush as the wait for a table can be quite a while. But it is well worth the wait!
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Olympia Cafe
134 Main RdThis is perhaps one of the best kept local secrets; Olympia bakery and cafe offers both the convenience of a deli and the relaxation of a restaurant. Olympia serves great baked pastries and homemade cakes as well as day time and night time meals. Such as salads or meat dishes. It also has a good vegetarian selection. We suggest you go there when you are in no rush as the wait for a table can be quite a while. But it is well worth the wait!
Blue Water is a great place for a casual dinner or lunch. Boasting stunning views of Imhoff farm and the Atlantic Ocean; it is lovely to sit outside on the patio or terrace garden in the summer. The food is hearty and homemade; they serve some great local South African dishes.
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Blue Water Cafe
Kommetjie RoadBlue Water is a great place for a casual dinner or lunch. Boasting stunning views of Imhoff farm and the Atlantic Ocean; it is lovely to sit outside on the patio or terrace garden in the summer. The food is hearty and homemade; they serve some great local South African dishes.
Cafe Roux is located in the Farm Village which is a local favorite. This place is great for breakfast and lunch! They serve breakfast until 11;30am so it is great for late risers. On a Sunday they showcase some great local bands and musicians.
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Cafe Roux - Noordhoek
Chapmans Peak DrCafe Roux is located in the Farm Village which is a local favorite. This place is great for breakfast and lunch! They serve breakfast until 11;30am so it is great for late risers. On a Sunday they showcase some great local bands and musicians.
The Foodbarn is our local fine dining restaurant. Chef Franck Dangereux is famous for; delicious, decadent 'fine-dining' style food in a relaxed setting. This place is great for a holiday treat or original experience.
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The Foodbarn Restaurant
Village LaneThe Foodbarn is our local fine dining restaurant. Chef Franck Dangereux is famous for; delicious, decadent 'fine-dining' style food in a relaxed setting. This place is great for a holiday treat or original experience.
Tasha's is a bit of a drive; located in Constantia our local wine farm area. The food is simply excellent; with a huge range that caters for everyone. Breakfast is served all day so there is no rush to get up and going early. They are also open for lunch and dinner.
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tashas Constantia
Spaanschemat River RoadTasha's is a bit of a drive; located in Constantia our local wine farm area. The food is simply excellent; with a huge range that caters for everyone. Breakfast is served all day so there is no rush to get up and going early. They are also open for lunch and dinner.
Satori is a great Italian restaurant which serves some really good pasta dishes and pizzas. The space is casual and cozy; ideal for rainy days and chilly nights.
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Satori - Kalk Bay
78 Main RdSatori is a great Italian restaurant which serves some really good pasta dishes and pizzas. The space is casual and cozy; ideal for rainy days and chilly nights.
The Courtyard Cafe has a wide variety of food with plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices. Their breakfasts are simply delicious. The lunches are wholesome and filling, with a fusion of traditional rustic South African-style cooking and tapas style meals. The salads are also great (the quinoa salad comes highly recommended)! With picturesque views and a gallery next door it ideal for a chilled morning or afternoon by the ocean.
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The Courtyard Café
48 Main RdThe Courtyard Cafe has a wide variety of food with plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices. Their breakfasts are simply delicious. The lunches are wholesome and filling, with a fusion of traditional rustic South African-style cooking and tapas style meals. The salads are also great (the quinoa salad comes highly recommended)! With picturesque views and a gallery next door it ideal for a chilled morning or afternoon by the ocean.
Harbour House is perhaps one of the best places to go for Seafood in Cape Town. Although a little pricey, the food is absolutely raved about from both tourists and locals. Set on the Rocks of Kalk Bay harbor with the waves crashing against the glass windows it is a stunning view over the False Bay sea. The seafood is impeccably fresh and seasoned beautifully. I would suggest the paprika squid or the oysters to start and the daily catch as a main.
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Harbour House Kalk Bay
Main RoadHarbour House is perhaps one of the best places to go for Seafood in Cape Town. Although a little pricey, the food is absolutely raved about from both tourists and locals. Set on the Rocks of Kalk Bay harbor with the waves crashing against the glass windows it is a stunning view over the False Bay sea. The seafood is impeccably fresh and seasoned beautifully. I would suggest the paprika squid or the oysters to start and the daily catch as a main.
La Belle is set on the Alphen Path in Constantia, a picturesque wooded area. It is a really wonderful place for breakfast, lunch, or supper. They serve healthy and delicious meals. Their cakes and deserts are to die for, so definitely leave space for the best part.
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La Belle Bistro & Bakery
Victoria RoadLa Belle is set on the Alphen Path in Constantia, a picturesque wooded area. It is a really wonderful place for breakfast, lunch, or supper. They serve healthy and delicious meals. Their cakes and deserts are to die for, so definitely leave space for the best part.
The Lookout Deck is a wonderfully versatile place; with a wide selection of food, ranging from great fish and chips, pizzas and hamburgers to lovely sushi and fresh line fish. They also have really good cocktails and drinks. It is set in Hout Bay Harbour which offers an alternative view of the Atlantic bay. It is a good place to watch the sunset go down. There is live music on Saturday afternoons by some really talented local artists.
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The Lookout Deck Hout Bay
65 Harbour RdThe Lookout Deck is a wonderfully versatile place; with a wide selection of food, ranging from great fish and chips, pizzas and hamburgers to lovely sushi and fresh line fish. They also have really good cocktails and drinks. It is set in Hout Bay Harbour which offers an alternative view of the Atlantic bay. It is a good place to watch the sunset go down. There is live music on Saturday afternoons by some really talented local artists.
The Old Biscuit Mill is my favorite local market! Along with every other Capetonian, we go there on a Saturday morning for breakfast or brunch and buy some of our groceries. It gets incredibly busy so I would suggest getting there early. It is a wonderful vibey part of Cape Town known as Woodstock. There is plenty to do and see in the area and is only a stone throw's away from the city bowl. Be sure to check out Honest Chocolate; where you can see the process of chocolate making.
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The Old Biscuit Mill
375 Albert RdThe Old Biscuit Mill is my favorite local market! Along with every other Capetonian, we go there on a Saturday morning for breakfast or brunch and buy some of our groceries. It gets incredibly busy so I would suggest getting there early. It is a wonderful vibey part of Cape Town known as Woodstock. There is plenty to do and see in the area and is only a stone throw's away from the city bowl. Be sure to check out Honest Chocolate; where you can see the process of chocolate making.
Truth Coffee is a local gem; serving some great coffee and snacks in a unique steampunk setting.
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Truth Coffee Roasting
36 Buitenkant StTruth Coffee is a local gem; serving some great coffee and snacks in a unique steampunk setting.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cape to Cuba, locally referred to as 'Cuba', is a great place for drinks. Boasting a view of Kalk Bay Harbour, it is a wonderful place for cocktails but also serves some local craft beers and a good selection of spirits. Cuba also has a restaurant which serves Cuban-Inspired dishes with some local seafood.
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Cape to Cuba
165 Main RdCape to Cuba, locally referred to as 'Cuba', is a great place for drinks. Boasting a view of Kalk Bay Harbour, it is a wonderful place for cocktails but also serves some local craft beers and a good selection of spirits. Cuba also has a restaurant which serves Cuban-Inspired dishes with some local seafood.
The Red Herring has been a longtime local favorite for drinks and sundowners. The Herring has elevated decks which make it perfect to watch the sun go down over Noordhoek beach. The serve casual food and have good thin based pizzas. Be sure to bring a cardigan as the milkwoods shade the area late in the afternoon so it can get quite chilly. It is a lovely place to bring children as they have a good play area.
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The Red Herring Restaurant
The Red Herring has been a longtime local favorite for drinks and sundowners. The Herring has elevated decks which make it perfect to watch the sun go down over Noordhoek beach. The serve casual food and have good thin based pizzas. Be sure to bring a cardigan as the milkwoods shade the area late in the afternoon so it can get quite chilly. It is a lovely place to bring children as they have a good play area.
The Toad is a casual local pub which is located in the Farm Village. They have a good selection of wine, beers, and ciders. They also serve food such as burgers, salads, and pizzas.
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The Toad in the Village
The Toad is a casual local pub which is located in the Farm Village. They have a good selection of wine, beers, and ciders. They also serve food such as burgers, salads, and pizzas.
Fisherman's pub is a casual local pub which is great to watch a sports game and have a few beers.
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Fisherman's Kommetjie
16 Somerset WayFisherman's pub is a casual local pub which is great to watch a sports game and have a few beers.
The Brass Bell is a great place for drinks in the late afternoon; positioned right on the water with wonderful ocean views. They have a wide variety of drinks; including craft beers and cocktails. They also serve some great seafood! They have live music over the weekend and karaoke on a Wednesday night.
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The Brass Bell Restaurants and Pubs
Main RoadThe Brass Bell is a great place for drinks in the late afternoon; positioned right on the water with wonderful ocean views. They have a wide variety of drinks; including craft beers and cocktails. They also serve some great seafood! They have live music over the weekend and karaoke on a Wednesday night.
Cape Point Vineyards is our local winery which boasts by far the best view our valley has to offer. Every Thursday afternoon/evening they host a market which serves great local food and groceries. Be sure to try the ravioli and tuna steak! The gelato stand is also wonderful. The best time to go is around 5pm so you can get a good spot to watch the sun go down over the Atlantic ocean.
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Cape Point Vineyards
Silvermine RoadCape Point Vineyards is our local winery which boasts by far the best view our valley has to offer. Every Thursday afternoon/evening they host a market which serves great local food and groceries. Be sure to try the ravioli and tuna steak! The gelato stand is also wonderful. The best time to go is around 5pm so you can get a good spot to watch the sun go down over the Atlantic ocean.
Parks & Nature
Table Mountain is an absolute must see when in Cape Town. It is what makes our city; the mountain is one of the seven natural wonders of the world and has put us on the international travel list. You can see it from multiple angles from a distance in and around the city but you can also catch a cable car up to the top and look at the magnificent city and bay.
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Table Mountain Hike
5821 Tafelberg RoadTable Mountain is an absolute must see when in Cape Town. It is what makes our city; the mountain is one of the seven natural wonders of the world and has put us on the international travel list. You can see it from multiple angles from a distance in and around the city but you can also catch a cable car up to the top and look at the magnificent city and bay.
Silvermine is a lovely hiking trail and has a lake to swim in. If you follow the trails you may see some of the most picturesque views in Cape Town.
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Silvermine Dam
Silvermine is a lovely hiking trail and has a lake to swim in. If you follow the trails you may see some of the most picturesque views in Cape Town.
Cape Point is wonderfully close to us, the drive there boasts one of the best views in Cape Town. Cape Point is the southern-most tip of Africa and has historical and geographical significance. It has wonderful beaches and surf spots as well as plenty of wild animals to view in their natural habitats. It is a must-see when staying with us.
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New Cape Point Lighthouse
Cape Point is wonderfully close to us, the drive there boasts one of the best views in Cape Town. Cape Point is the southern-most tip of Africa and has historical and geographical significance. It has wonderful beaches and surf spots as well as plenty of wild animals to view in their natural habitats. It is a must-see when staying with us.
Fish Hoek beach is one of the most famous beaches in Cape Town. It is about a five-minute drive from us and is a wonderful place to watch the sun come up (for early risers). It is a lovely place to swim as it is incredibly safe; the tides are not as rough and it has a swimming net as well as life guards. It also boasts some stunning views of the Hottentot Holland mountain range on the other side of False Bay.
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Fish Hoek Beach
Fish Hoek beach is one of the most famous beaches in Cape Town. It is about a five-minute drive from us and is a wonderful place to watch the sun come up (for early risers). It is a lovely place to swim as it is incredibly safe; the tides are not as rough and it has a swimming net as well as life guards. It also boasts some stunning views of the Hottentot Holland mountain range on the other side of False Bay.
Long Beach is on the Atlantic side so it is a lot colder than Fish Hoek Beach. The swell is big, so this a great surfing break. There is a beach break as well as a point break. It is also a great walking beach which stretches across the whole valley. Sleepy Hollow riding school offers horse riding along this beach.
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Long Beach
Long Beach is on the Atlantic side so it is a lot colder than Fish Hoek Beach. The swell is big, so this a great surfing break. There is a beach break as well as a point break. It is also a great walking beach which stretches across the whole valley. Sleepy Hollow riding school offers horse riding along this beach.
Noordhoek Beach is at the end of long beach just under Chapman's Peak, again there are wonderful waves for surfing. It is incredibly beautiful and I would suggest a walk along this beach in the evenings to watch the sun go down.
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Noordhoek Beach
Noordhoek Beach is at the end of long beach just under Chapman's Peak, again there are wonderful waves for surfing. It is incredibly beautiful and I would suggest a walk along this beach in the evenings to watch the sun go down.
Chapmans Peak is a stunning mountain range which is world famous for its views of the Atlantic ocean. If you have ever seen a sports car advert you would probably recognize it's picturesque bends. It is a great place for cyclists to ride. I would highly suggest you take a drive along here and stop off in Hout Bay for a sundowner or dinner.
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Chapmans Peak Drive
Chapmans Peak DriveChapmans Peak is a stunning mountain range which is world famous for its views of the Atlantic ocean. If you have ever seen a sports car advert you would probably recognize it's picturesque bends. It is a great place for cyclists to ride. I would highly suggest you take a drive along here and stop off in Hout Bay for a sundowner or dinner.
Scarborough beach is an absolutely unspoiled natural beauty. With amazing waves; it is well known among locals as a great surf and kite surf spot. Also, a lovely place to watch the sun go down or go for an evening walk.
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Scarborough
Scarborough beach is an absolutely unspoiled natural beauty. With amazing waves; it is well known among locals as a great surf and kite surf spot. Also, a lovely place to watch the sun go down or go for an evening walk.
Tokai forest is a stunning place to go for walks or hikes. The hiking trail up to Elephants Eye Cave is one of the most famous hikes in Cape Town as it boasts a wonderful view of the surrounding area.
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Tokai Park Mountain Bike Trail
Tokai forest is a stunning place to go for walks or hikes. The hiking trail up to Elephants Eye Cave is one of the most famous hikes in Cape Town as it boasts a wonderful view of the surrounding area.
Kirstenbosch is a must see visit when in Cape Town. It is absolutely stunning and has some great walks and viewing points of Cape Town. It also has a lovely tea room. During the summer months there is also live music events in the garden.
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes DriveKirstenbosch is a must see visit when in Cape Town. It is absolutely stunning and has some great walks and viewing points of Cape Town. It also has a lovely tea room. During the summer months there is also live music events in the garden.
Camps Bay beach is perhaps one of the most iconic beaches in Cape Town. The Camps Bay stretch boasts many lovely restaurants, bars, and shops. The water is cold as it is on the Atlantic Ocean side but it is well worth a visit. Clifton beaches are just a stone throws away and well worth a visit as well. I would suggest taking the scenic route along Chapmans Peak and Twelve Apostles to Camps Bay.
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Camps Bay Beach
Camps Bay beach is perhaps one of the most iconic beaches in Cape Town. The Camps Bay stretch boasts many lovely restaurants, bars, and shops. The water is cold as it is on the Atlantic Ocean side but it is well worth a visit. Clifton beaches are just a stone throws away and well worth a visit as well. I would suggest taking the scenic route along Chapmans Peak and Twelve Apostles to Camps Bay.
Sightseeing
The famous wine route is a must-see for wine enthusiasts. You can either drive along the route and stop off at wine farms or you can do the Wine Tram which takes you to select wine estates for tastings.
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Stellenbosch Wine Routes
47 Church StThe famous wine route is a must-see for wine enthusiasts. You can either drive along the route and stop off at wine farms or you can do the Wine Tram which takes you to select wine estates for tastings.
Robben Island is an interesting part of South African history as the prison where many Apartheid freedom fighters, including Nelson Mandela, were imprisoned. It also boasts amazing views of Table mountain. The boat ride is a lovely way to see parts of the city not always recognized on land.
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Robben Island
Robben Island is an interesting part of South African history as the prison where many Apartheid freedom fighters, including Nelson Mandela, were imprisoned. It also boasts amazing views of Table mountain. The boat ride is a lovely way to see parts of the city not always recognized on land.
Boulders Beach is nestled on the Indian ocean side between Simons Town Harbour and Cape Point. Not only is it a wonderful beach to relax at for the day; with its crystal clear water and gradual tide, But it is also a great place to see our ocean's wildlife such as penguins, a variety of fish and other sealife.
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Boulders Beach
Kleintuin RoadBoulders Beach is nestled on the Indian ocean side between Simons Town Harbour and Cape Point. Not only is it a wonderful beach to relax at for the day; with its crystal clear water and gradual tide, But it is also a great place to see our ocean's wildlife such as penguins, a variety of fish and other sealife.
Rhodes Memorial is an interesting spot to visit as it holds a lot of historical significance in South African history and politics. Besides this it also a great place to view the city from!
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Rhodes Memorial
Rhodes AvenueRhodes Memorial is an interesting spot to visit as it holds a lot of historical significance in South African history and politics. Besides this it also a great place to view the city from!
The Company Garden is historically significant because it was the garden that was first planted for the Dutch East India company as the Cape was a stop for ships passing along the Spice Route. It is a beautiful garden right in the centre of the city. It also has a great spot for brunch!
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Company's Gardens
The Company Garden is historically significant because it was the garden that was first planted for the Dutch East India company as the Cape was a stop for ships passing along the Spice Route. It is a beautiful garden right in the centre of the city. It also has a great spot for brunch!
Bo-Kaap is one of the most iconic neighborhoods of Cape Town. With its cobbled streets and colorful houses set atop Signal Hill above the city; it is where Cape culture thrives. Take a walk through the streets and get some amazing shots of the city.
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Bo-kaap
71 Wale StBo-Kaap is one of the most iconic neighborhoods of Cape Town. With its cobbled streets and colorful houses set atop Signal Hill above the city; it is where Cape culture thrives. Take a walk through the streets and get some amazing shots of the city.
Everything Else
V & A Waterfront is a wonderful place to visit in Cape Town, situated in the functioning Cape Town harbor. There is a variety of things to do there; including sightseeing, shopping, as well as a huge choice of restaurants and bars. I would recommend visiting the V & A food market as well as the Watershed for an experience of local flavours.
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V&A Waterfront
19 Dock RdV & A Waterfront is a wonderful place to visit in Cape Town, situated in the functioning Cape Town harbor. There is a variety of things to do there; including sightseeing, shopping, as well as a huge choice of restaurants and bars. I would recommend visiting the V & A food market as well as the Watershed for an experience of local flavours.
Arts & Culture
The Fugard Theatre is one of the best theaters in Cape Town. It is an intimate space that showcases great local talent. Located in District Six which holds huge historical significance. It is well worth a visit.
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The Fugard Theatre
The Fugard Theatre is one of the best theaters in Cape Town. It is an intimate space that showcases great local talent. Located in District Six which holds huge historical significance. It is well worth a visit.
Our local theatre; which is well worth a visit. It also has a lovely restaurant upstairs.
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The Kalk Bay Theatre
Main RoadOur local theatre; which is well worth a visit. It also has a lovely restaurant upstairs.
The Iziko Slave Lodge is a museum that primarily focuses on slavery in the Cape. It is an extremely interesting visit for people who are interested in the historical aspect of South Africa.
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Iziko Slave Lodge
Wale StreetThe Iziko Slave Lodge is a museum that primarily focuses on slavery in the Cape. It is an extremely interesting visit for people who are interested in the historical aspect of South Africa.
The national gallery boasts many famous South African art pieces with huge historical significance in their permanent collection. Be sure to view the iconic Butcher Boys while you are there.They also host a variety of art collections of both national and internationally acclaimed artists.
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Iziko South African National Gallery
Government AvenueThe national gallery boasts many famous South African art pieces with huge historical significance in their permanent collection. Be sure to view the iconic Butcher Boys while you are there.They also host a variety of art collections of both national and internationally acclaimed artists.
Take a visit to the Bo-Kaap museum before visiting the neighborhood in order to understand the cultural significance of the place.
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Iziko Bo Kaap Museum
71 Wale StTake a visit to the Bo-Kaap museum before visiting the neighborhood in order to understand the cultural significance of the place.
This is a must-visit place in order to understand South African history and the cultural importance of District Six.
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District Six Museum
25A Buitenkant StThis is a must-visit place in order to understand South African history and the cultural importance of District Six.
Entertainment & Activities
The Labia Theatre is the oldest film house in Cape Town. It showcases both local and international films. It is also a very good price for films in comparison to the corporate film houses. They serve a great variety of movie snacks and drinks including traditional popcorn. Be sure to get a vodka slushy if that's your thing, they also allow alcohol in the cinema.
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The Labia
68 Orange StThe Labia Theatre is the oldest film house in Cape Town. It showcases both local and international films. It is also a very good price for films in comparison to the corporate film houses. They serve a great variety of movie snacks and drinks including traditional popcorn. Be sure to get a vodka slushy if that's your thing, they also allow alcohol in the cinema.
Ster-Kinekor Nouveau
Dock RoadGreat Movie house!
Great for the kids and adrenaline junkies with an amazing selection of rollercoasters and water rides.
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Ratanga Junction
Great for the kids and adrenaline junkies with an amazing selection of rollercoasters and water rides.