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CONTENTS The airport shuttle of MyCiTi service is currently running between the Civic Centre Station in central Cape Town and the Airport Station, which is outside the arrivals terminal at Cape Town International Airport. The bus departs every 20 minutes from both stations, and tickets are on sale at the kiosks inside. The trip takes about the same time, or slighty less, than in a prive car, as follows: - Morning peak (direction City): about 20-30 minutes - Afternoon peak (direction Airpot): about 45-55 minutes - Other times of the day or in opposite directioon to peak hour congestion: about 15-20 minutes (sbuject to delays). Departure times from Civic Centre Station Every 20 minutes from 04:20 till 21:00 04:20 07:20 10:20 13:20 16:20 19:20 04:40 07:40 10:40 13:40 16:40 19:40 05:00 08:00 11:00 14:00 17:00 20:00 05:20 08:20 11:20 14:20 17:20 20:20 05:40 08:40 11:40 14:40 17:40 20:40 06:00 09:00 12:00 15:00 18:00 21:00 06:20 09:20 12:20 15:20 18:20 06:40 09:40 12:40 15:40 18:40 07:00 10:00 13:00 16:00 19:00 Departure times from Airport Station Every 20 minutes from 05:10 till 21:50 05:10 08:10 11:10 14:10 17:10 20:10 05:30 08:30 11:30 14:30 17:30 20:30 05:50 08:50 11:50 14:50 17:50 20:50 06:10 09:10 12:10 15:10 18:10 21:10 06:30 09:30 12:30 15:30 18:30 21:30 06:50 09:50 12:50 15:50 18:50 21:50 07:10 10:10 13:10 16:10 19:10 07:30 10:30 13:30 16:30 19:30 07:50 10:50 13:50 16:50 19:50 For more informaton and detailed scheduling log on to www.capetown.gov.za or call the City of Cape Town Transport Centre’s 24 / 7 toll- free information on 0800 65 64 63
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Calendar
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Museums
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Explore
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Dining
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Restaurant of the month
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Outdoor Activities
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Kidz Zone
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Tourism News
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Night Life
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What to see
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On Stage
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Places of Interest
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Prayers in Cape Town
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Vacation Sport
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Info
Maps 18
Peninsula
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Cape Town
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Franschhoek / Paarl / Wellington
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South Africa
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Stellenbosch
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Gauteng
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Kwazulu Natal
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EXPLORE E
xpedition missions are long gone. These days you have more than enough stylish ways to get in and around Cape Town.
CITY SIGHTSEEING Hop –on, Hop- off for unique close-up experience of Cape Town and Peninsula! Two fascinating tours at your own pace, in ultra modern double-decker buses. www.citysightseeing.co.za
CAPE LUXURY CARS Takes pride in offering the best car hire service, putting the needs of customers first. www.capeluxurycars.co.za 021 434 1750
HARLEY-DAVIDSON With of without a side boat it’s a boys –and girlsdreams come true. www.harley-davidson-capetown.com www.sidecar.co.za
CLASSIC & ACTION VEHICLES
OLD TIME SAILING
It’s about an experience, a journey back to when cars were a celebration of fun, style, audacity and beauty www.motostars.com 021 432 1800
Built in 1965, the 66-ft maharani offers the ultimate in traditional sailing experience in and out of Cape Town historic harbour 083 769 4450
CITY CYCLE TOURS Day trippers philosophy is to make a meaningful contribution to Cape Town tourism while ensuring minimal impact on the environments www.citycycletours.co.za 021 511 4766 (after hours 082 807 9522)
LUXURY CRUISE The Nartilus departures daily from the Radisson Hotel on Grange bay and provides the best of its kind www.ctic.co.za 083 301 9222
HIT THE ROAD JACK Take a drive in a classic Cobra. Experience the Cape in an open top sports car and get a dose of adrenalin and happiness for free www.capecobrahire.co.za 083 321 9193
BEAM ME UP SCOTTY Take an helicopter ride above Cape Town and the peninsula and have a unique sight of this great city www.namakana.com 021 425 3868
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CALE WACKY WINE WEEKEND
Date : 2 June 2011 - 5 June 2011 Time : 08h00 - 18h00 Price : R80.00 Passport: R80 (Valid for the whole weekend, must be purchased at one’s first port-of-call, i.e. at any of the participating wineries) This year marks the eighth anniversary of the Robertson Wine Valley’s biggest annual wine festival, with the ever-popular. With 50 wineries showcasing their wines, visitors can expect even more festivity and celebration! And with a myriad of key attractions, both old favourites and novel delights, this well-loved event is a ‘must-do’ on the annual social calendar. The Wacky Wine Weekend is once again being extended from the conventional weekend experience to include four festive days, with each day boasting its unique signature wine theme, to cater for all palates. Whether you are a fun-seeker, novice or a wine connoisseur, there is something for everyone with: ‘Seriously Wine Thursday’, ‘Wine Up Friday’, ‘Full On Wacky Saturday’ or ‘Wine Down Sunday’. ‘Seriously Wine Thursday’ promises to inspire wine aficionados with a range of tailor-made activities, for instance: master wine-tastings, wine- and food-pairings, educational wine presentations and private tastings with the Valley’s most esteemed winemakers. So, join the Robertson Wine Valley clan for an indulgently Wacky Weekend. The festival will run from 08h00 on 2 June to 18h00 on 5 June, with different times for the activities. The passport includes a stylish tasting glass, free 25mℓ wine-tasting samples, and a ‘goodie’ bag with some great surprises, as well as the programme highlighting some special offers. All other activities during the Wacky Wine Weekend will be ‘pay-asyou-go’, with many of the activities free of charge. Visitors will also be able to purchase wine-by-the-glass or a bottle of wine to share amongst friends. As part of the Robertson Wine Valley’s commitment to ensure a safe festival, a Zero Tolerance Policy is imple-
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mented towards ‘drinking and driving’. Visitors are requested to make use of the Buddy Bus or the Designated Driver Programme. Wacky Wine Weekend Bus-In Packages are also available. For visitors from further afield, Beyond Reach has once again put together great Fly-In Packages that include flights, car rental and accommodation. Venue: Robertson Wine Valley 18 Voortrekker Avenue Robertson
1-10 D.F. Malan Street, Foreshore Cape Town Tel: +27 83 9158000 Website: http://www.computicket.com Tel: +27 11 7280255 Email: tonyf@worldonline.co.za Website: http://www.showtime.co.za/ COOK FRANSCHHOEK
Contact: Elizma Spangenberg Tel: +27 23 6263167 Fax: +27 23 6261054 Email: manager@robertsonwinevalley.com Website: http://www.wackywineweekend.com DREAMGIRLS - THE MUSICAL (Cape Town)
Date : 9 June 2011 - 26 June 2011 Time : 20h00 - 23h00 Price : R 150.00 - R 315.00 Recently on stage at Harlem’s world famous Apollo Theatre in New York City and now touring the USA, a brand new, sensational stage production of DREAMGIRLS comes to South Africa, opening at the Teatro at Montecasino in March 2011 and Artscape, Cape Town in June 2011. Featuring an entirely South African cast to play its all African American characters, DREAMGIRLS is produced by leading South African Producer, Hazel Feldman of Showtime Management in association with John Breglio for Vienna Waits Productions, New York. Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, DREAMGIRLS tells the rags-to-riches story of an up and coming, 1960s girl group, and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. Artscape Opera House Artscape Theatre Centre
Date : 10 June 2011 - 12 June 2011 Time : 10h00 - 18h00 Costs will differ from establishment to establishment Calling all food and wine enthusiasts! Have you ever wanted to master the art of bread making, sushi or truffles, appreciate the art of pairing food and wine, or simply learn how to set a beautiful table? Make your way to Franschhoek over the weekend of 10, 11 and 12 June for Cook Franschhoek, where local, well-known establishments will be offering visitors a range of themed activities, focussed on these elements. Some of the Valley’s celebrity and award-winning chefs will be on hand to present these hands on demonstrations. These include the likes of Margot Janse of Le Quartier Français (who was placed 31st, in last year’s prestigious S.Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants), renowned foodie couple Neil and Tina Jewel of Bread & Wine at Môreson, who will be presenting an unforgettable bread making and charcuterie demonstration. Other offerings include demonstrations by The Salmon Bar, Freedom Hill, Holden Manz, Ryan’s Kitchen, Mange Tout, Franschhoek Country House and Villas, L’Ermitage, Huguenot Fine Chocolates, Le Franschhoek, Haute Cabrière, La Motte, Grande Provence and Café Bon Bon. The participating restaurants will pair up with winemakers from the area to allow for a personal experience from the chef and winemaker. Participating wine estates include Môreson, Franschhoek Pass Winery, La Motte, Grande Provence, Cabrière, Haute Espoir, Anthonji Rupert Wines and Mont Rochelle. In order to keep the weekend as exclusive as
NDAR possible each demonstration will range from 8 to 30 people and costs will differ from establishment to establishment. Be sure to include the recently launched Franschhoek Wine Valley Food & Wine Route as part of your weekend of discovery. This exciting initiative allows visitors to tailor make their trips, taking the concept of a food and wine experience to an entirely new level. Franschhoek City Centre, Hugenot Street Franschhoek Tel: +27 21 4811822 Fax: +27 86 6071940 Email: info@webtickets.co.za Website: http://www.webtickets.co.za Contact: Darielle Robertson Tel: +27 21 8762861 Email: events@franschhoek.org.za Website: http://www.franschhoek.org.za 7TH VODACOM FUNNY FESTIVAL
Date : 13 June 2011 - 10 July 2011 Time : 20h00 - 22h45 Price : R 85.00 - R 130.00 R130; 10 – 29 tickets: R110; 30 – 49 tickets: R100; 50 – 99 tickets: R95; 100 or more tickets: R90; Entire house: R85 Cape Town’s largest Comedy Festival returns for the seventh year. The award-winning festival showcases a host of top local and international comedians and speciality acts. The Master of Ceremonies is Alan Committie, South Africa’s top comedy host with a wit so sharp, it’s frightening. The comedians include Constable Carl, back to police the audience to make sure the evening runs smoothly; Carl Wastie, GHFM’s afternoon-drive sports anchor; Kalki Henenberg, Australia’s leading hula-hoop artist adds a touch of circular class; Miss Ro, Korea’s world-famous award-winning magician and quick-change artist; Eugene Khoza, Johannesburg’s hottest stand-up shares his views on the nitty gritty that makes South Africa tick; Kev Orkian, comic pianist and genius, direct from the UK after huge acclaim at the Edinburgh Festival; Shimmy
Isaacs, direct from Worcester to Cape Town, Cape comedy at its very best; Full House, from Switzerland, a husband-and-wife piano cabaret duo, with a touch of class and plenty of comedy (13 to 27 June only) and The boy with tape on his face, from New Zealand, Edinburgh Festival 2010 sensation, top stand-up with a physical show which is so different and so brilliant (28 June to 10 July only). The 7th Vodacom Funny Festival is presented by Eddy Cassar Public Relations. Doors open 20 minutes before the start of the show, the show starts at 20h00 and it is 2 hours 45 minutes long, including a 20 minute interval. Secure parking is available in the Baxter’s parking area and nearby, Parking is patrolled by Carwatch, for your peace of mind. Wheelchair positions are located in the Theatre, Concert Hall and Baxter Golden Arrow Studio. Tickets for these seats are available from the venue Box Office, please phone +27 21 680 3989 to book these seats. Toilets for patrons with wheelchairs are located in the public toilets off the foyer. Parking for people with wheelchairs is located at the Baxter Road and Burg entrances. The Baxter restaurant (fully licensed) is open daily from 09h00 until the shows start in the evening. The bar is open from 18h00 until late after the shows end. Reservations can be made by phoning +27 21 689 5351. The Baxter Theatre Centre is a smoke-free building. The restaurant and bar have designated smoking areas. No food, cameras and any recording equipment is allowed into the venue. The show is not recommended for viewers under 18 years. For discounted block bookings, charities, schools, corporate bookings and fundraisers, please phone Sharon Alexander on +27 21 680 3962, Carmen Kearns on +27 21 680 3993, or Parveen Dalvie on +27 21 438 2595, or e-mail sharon.alexander@uct.ac.za or carmen. kearns@uct.ac.za. WINTER WINE FESTIVAL 2011
Taste wines from 40 wineries and 30 small food producers in the cosy, tent-covered atrium area of High Street Shopping village. Also included in the ticket price is free entry into the Cape Wine Academy theatre for hands-on wine tastings by top presenters. Venue: High Street Shopping Village Door de Kraal Avenue, Rosenpark, Bellville Western Cape Tel: +27 83 9158000 Website: http://www.computicket.com Contact: Elize Walters Tel: +27 21 9146444 Email: elize@propergation.co.za ENCOUNTERS - FILM FESTIVAL
Encounters: South African International Documentary Film Festival. Courtesy of Encounters when: 9 - 26 Jun 2011 (annual) where: Victoria and Alfred Waterfront Encounters is the annual South African International Documentary Film Festival, featuring screenings, panel discussions and workshops for aspiring filmmakers. The event is held at Cape Town’s NU Metro, within the V&A Waterfront. As well as screening a broad range of local and international documentary work, the festival also offers a film laboratory at which first-time filmmakers are given the opportunity to learn from working with experienced directors. Most of the makers of the films being screened attend and take part in discussions with community representatives, the subjects of their films, local critics, academics and, of course, the audience.
Date : 23 June 2011 - 25 June 2011 Price : ZAR 80.00 - ZAR 200.00 VIP evening on 23 June @ R200 pp. R100 for 24 June and R80 for 25 June.
Email: distribution@encounters.co.za Phone: +27 (0) 21 465 4686 Venue Information: Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
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IZIKO MICHAELIS COLLECTION Mon-Sat: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day Entrance Fees: Adults R10; Free to 18 and under; Students R5 and SA Pensioners R5 T 021 481 3933 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/michaelis The Iziko Michaelis Collection is housed in Cape Town’s historic Old Town House (1755). This famous collection of 17th-century Dutch and Flemish paintings, collection of Dutch and Flemish paintings is the most significant of its kind outside of Europe and America.
IZIKO PLANETARIUM Open daily from 10am – 5pm (Except Workers and Christmas Day) Entrance Fee: Adults R25; Adult chaperones must also pay R25; Children R10; Students and SA Pensioners R10 Planetarium – T 021 481 3900 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/planetarium The Iziko Planetarium is located at ISAM and is a celestial theatre in the round. The Minolta star machine and multiple projectors recreate the night sky and transport the audience through the wonders of the universe.
IZIKO SLAVE LODGE Mon-Sat: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day Adults R20; Free to 18 and under; Students and SA Pensioners R10 T 021 467 7229 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/slavelodge The Iziko Slave Lodge Museum is a space that connects us to our slave roots and raises awareness of issues of human rights, equality and justice. Trace your roots, find the name of your slave ancestors on the ‘wall of remembrance’ and see exhibitions depicting the history and legacy of slavery at the Cape as well as the struggle against apartheid.
IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY Open Daily: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Workers Day and Christmas Day Entrance Fee: Adults R20; Free to 18 and under; Students R10, SA Pensioners R10 T 021 481 3970 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/sang The Iziko South African National Gallery, located in the Company’s Garden, is regarded as a premier art site by members of the arts world, general visitors, tourists and locals. It has grown to become one of international stature with wonderful examples of South African, African and Western European art. Art lovers are invited to explore the intriguing photographic and art exhibitions.
IZIKO CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE Open Daily: 09h00 – 16h00 Closed: Christmas Day & New Years Day Entrance Fees: Monday—Saturday: Adults R28; SA Pensioners R15; Students and Children (5-16) R12; Booked school groups R5 and children under 5: Free; Sunday: Adults R20; SA Pensioners R10; Students and Children (5-16) R5; Children under 5: Free T 021 481 7223 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/castle/about.html The Castle of Good Hope was built as the headquarters of the Dutch East Indies Company (VOC) in 1666. It is the oldest building in Cape Town and home to the historical paintings and furnishings of the Iziko William Fehr Collection.
IZIKO BO-KAAP MUSEUM Open Monday – Saturday from 10am – 5pm (Closed: Workers, Christmas Day, Eid –ul-Fitr, Eidul-Adha and 2 January)Entrance Fee: R10 Adults R5 (seniors and students with SA ID) Children 16 and under Free T 021 481 3938 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/bokaap/visitor.html A visit to the Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum promises to be a unique and memorable Cape experience. The exhibitions: Who built Cape Town?, Mapping Bo-Kaap: History memories and spaces, Patterns of Beauty and New Year Carnival, Die Alabama showcase artefacts, contemporary and historic photographs and art, reflective of this historically rich and vibrant area.
MUSEUMS HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT
The Houses Of Parliament are an architectural wonder. Gallery tickets are available from Room 12. Overseas visitors must present their passports. The parliament building, which also houses the Library of Parliament, is beautiful, with its central dome and Corinthian porticos and pavilions. You can also sit in the public gallery during a parliamentary session.The original designer, Charles Freeman, miscalculated the foundations and was replaced by Henry Greaves, who oversaw the building until completion in 1885. The new House of Assembly was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. A pedestrian walkway, Government Avenue, runs through the Company Gardens and provides easy access to Parliament and other nearby attractions are Greenmarket Square, the Castle of Good Hope and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Between July and January, guided tours take place from Monday to Friday: 11:00 and 14:00 Visiting Address:90 Plein Street Cape Town Tel: 021 403 2266 Houses of Parliament - Cape Town on the web: http://www.parliament.gov.za/
T: 021 465 1546 http://www.sajewishmuseum.co.za
THE SOUTH AFRICAN RUGBY MUSEUM
Situated a touch kick away from Newlands Rugby Stadium, the SA Rugby Museum offers an exciting and thought-provoking insight into the history of the game in South Africa. With items dating back to 1891 the museum is a must for any sports fan visiting Cape Town.Take a trip down memory lane; listen to some old radio commentaries; follow the path to unity in South African Rugby and the emergence of the South African Rugby Football Union out of the four previous administration bodies. This museum is a fitting tribute to all South African rugby players, administrators and supporters.Tours are scheduled by arrangement from Monday to Friday, between 09h00 and 16h00. Only groups will be accommodated on Saturdays and Public Holidays.No tours will take place on match days. T : 021 686 2150 http://www.newlandstours.co.za
SOUTH AFRICAN JEWISH MUSEUM
The museum is interactive and Hi-tech, using different media to present highlights of South Africa history, and transforming the Jewish community’s story into a vital account of individual and organizational roles and contributions. Dynamic display reveal the community’s response to the moral and political challenges that confronted them. On view are rare Judaica artifacts, animated video footage of famous Barney Barnato and Max Rose, and an award winning documentary film ‘Nelson Mandela. A Righteous Man’, which is screened throughout the day. Opening Times: 10:00-17:00 Sun-Thur, 10:00-14:00 Fri.
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GOLD OF AFRICA This unique museum entices visitors to experience the ancient, sometimes mystical relationship that exists between gold and the African continen through state - of - the artvisuals and artistic displays. The museum is home to a collection of 350 West african gold artefacts as well as objects from the ancient gold civilisations of southern Africa. Martin Melck House, 96 Strand Street. Opening Times: 09:30 - 17:00 T: 021 405 1540
CASTLE OF GOOD HOPE Contained in the collection is a wealth of historical information concerning the peoples and landscapes of early colonial South Africa. It is one of the most important public collections of artefacts of the period. Buitenkant Street Opening Times: 09:30 - 16:00 daily. T: 021 464 1260
DISTRICT 6 MUSEUM District Six was named the Sixth Municipal District of Cape Town in 1867. Original established as mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisan, laboures and immigrants, District Six was vibrant centre with close links to the city and the port. By the beginning of the twentieth century, however, the history of removals and marginalization had begun. www.districtsix.co.za 021 466 7200 Visiting hours: Mon: 09:00 – 14:00 Tues – Sat. 09:00 – 16:00
IZIKO KOOPMANS DE WET HOUSE Mon-Fri: 10h00 – 17h00 Closed Saturdays, Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day Entrance Fee: Adults R10; Free to 18 and under; Students and SA Pensioners R5 T 021 481 3935 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/koopmans The museum was originally built as the home for a well-to-do Cape family during the late 18th century. It houses some of the best pieces of Cape furniture and silver in the country, in addition to its priceless collection of ceramics.
IZIKO GROOT CONSTANTIA Daily: 10h00-17h00 Closed on Workers Day and Christmas Day Adults R20; Free to 18 and under; Students R10, SA Pensioners R10 T 021 795 5140 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/grootcon Established in 1685, Groot Constantia is the oldest wine – producing estate in South Africa. Its Orientation Centre, The Manor House, The Coach House and Wine Museum gives an insight into the life of a well-to-do Cape farming family of the late 18th to 19th century.
IZIKO RUST EN VREUGD Entrance Fee: By donation Mon-Fri: 10h00 – 17h00 Closed Saturdays, Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day T: 021 4813903
E: info@iziko.org.za W : http://www.iziko.org.za/rustvreugd/index.html
Rust en Vreugd was built as a home for Willem Cornelis Boers, a high-ranking official of the VOC (Dutch East India Company) known as a fiscal, around 1777–1778 and is home to a selection of works from the Iziko William Fehr Collection.
IZIKO MARITIME CENTRE Entrance Fees Adults R10; Free to 18 and under; Students and SA Pensioners R5 Daily :10h00-17h00 Closed on Workers Day and Christmas Day T: 021 405 2880 info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/maritime/about.html The Iziko Maritime Centre, located at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, features an overview of shipping in Cape Town. The earliest existing model of Table form part of the exhibitions. There is a collection of ship models and objects associated with shipping in Cape Town. A key part of this resource centre is the John H. Marsh Maritime Research Centre.
IZIKO BERTRAM HOUSE Entrance Fees: Adults R10; Free to 18 and under; Students and SA Pensioners R5 Mon-Fri: 10h00 – 17h00 Closed Saturdays, Sundays, Workers Day and Christmas Day T: 021 481 3972 E : info@iziko.org.za http://www.iziko.org.za/bertram/about.html Iziko Bertram House, situated at the top of Government Avenue, the only remaining example of the English Georgian-style red brick houses that were once common in Cape Town. It was built c. 1839 by the English immigrant and notary, John Barker, who named it in memory of his first wife, Ann Bertram Findlay.
IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM (ISAM) Open daily from 10am – 5pm (Except Workers and Christmas Day) Entrance Fee: Adults R20; Free to 18 and under; Students R10, SA Pensioners R10 T 021 481 3800 info@iziko.org.za www.iziko.org.za/SAM Iziko South African Museum offers visitors a better understanding of the constantly evolving universe, as well as the biological and cultural diversity of our planet. The African Dinosaurs, Shark World and Virtual Earth (an interactive digital theatre running animations of climate change) exhibitions and Whale Well make the Iziko South African Museum a child-friendly family destination.
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DINING SEAFOOD GREEK FISHERMAN
BAIA
A: V&A Waterfront, T: 021 421 0935
BLOWFISH RESTAURANT
A: Shop 157, V & A, Waterfront T: 021 418 5411 www.greekfisherman.co.za
www.blowfishrestaurant.co.za
A:Shop 3, The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay T: 021 438 9838
www.baiarestaurant.co.za
OCEAN BLUE
A: 1 Marine Dr. Dolphin Beach, Tableview T: 021 556 5464
BOUILLABAISSE A: 38 Huguenot St. Franschhoek T: 021 876 4430 A: The Rockwell, Schiebe Street, De Waterkant T: 021 418 0443
PARANGA
A: Shop No.1, The Promenade Victoria Road Camps Bay T: 021 438 0404 www.paranga.co.za
PIGALLE
www.bouillabaisse.co.za
CODFATHER A: 37 The Dr. Camps Bay T: 021 438 0782
A: 57A Somerset Green Point T: 021 421 4848 www.pigallerestaurants.co.za
SOUTHPOLE
www.dining-out.co.za
DUNES
A: 1 Beach Road, Hout Bay T: 021 790 1876
www.dunesrestaurant.co.za
FISHMONGER
A: Corner of Ryneveld & Plein St. Stellenbosch T: 021 887 7835
A: Ocean Square Sunset Beach T: 021 551 5752 www.southpolerestaurant. co.za
TANK RESTAURANT
A: Cape Quarter 72 Waterkant St. De Waterkant T: 021 419 0007 www.the-tank.co.za
GRILLS 1800
A: The District, Grand West Casino T: 021 534 9194
A: 110 Bree St. T: 021 422 2770
A: 101 Buitengracht St.Lodge Hotel Tel: 021 422 0880 www.butchersgrill.com
& UNION
CAFE MANHATTAN A: 74 Waterkant St. T: 021 421 6666
www.manhattan.co.za
CARNE- SA
A: 70 Keerom St. T: 021 424 3460 www.carne-sa.com
HEADQUARTERS
A: Haritage Square,100 Shortmarket St. T: 021 424 6373 www.hqrestaurant.co.za
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SQUIRES
A: The Cape Royal, 47 Main Road T: 021 430 0506
THE FAMOUS BUTCHERS
THE HUSSAR GRILL
A: 108 Camps Bay Dr. T: 021 438 0151 www.hussargrill.com
THE NOSE WINE BAR
A: Cape Quarter De Waterkant Green Point T: 021 425 2200 www.thenose.co.za
ZORBA’S
A: 3 Lagoon Gate Dr. Milnerton T: 021 528 2093
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DINI MEDITERREAN 95 KEEROM
LA PERLE
ALLORA
PICCOLO MONDO
A: 95 Keerom St. T: 021 422 0765 www.95keerom.com A: Les Fleur Centre, 58 huguenot Road T: 021 876 4375
A: 257 Main Road Sea Point T: 021 439 9228
BELLA GINA
SALERO
BIESMIELLAH
TASCA RESTAURANT
A: The District, Grand West Casino T: 021 534 6748
A: Shop 7216 Upper Level, Victoria Wharf V&A Waterfront T: 021 421 1916
A: Wale & Pentz St. Bo-Kaap T: 021 423 0850 www.biesmiellah.co.za
A: Shop 154, V&A Waterfront T: 021 419 3009
DIAS TAVERN
Only the freshest and most succulent fish, bought daily, go into creating their superb sushi, sashimi and tempura. Vegetarians are also well catered for. Value for money, years of experience and tireless devotion to quality make Minato Cape Town’s best-loved and most respected sushi bar.
INTERNATIONAL 96 WINERY ROAD RESTAURANT
A: Winery Road off R44 Zandberg Farm T: 021 842 2020 www.96wineryroad.co.za
BLUES RESTAURANT
A: The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay T: 021 438 2040
A: Aan de Wagenweg Stellenbosch T: 021 887 2121 www.volkskombuis.co.za
LA COLOMBE
A: Constantia Uitsig Estate T: 021 794 2390
BHANDARIS RESTAURANT
Mon- Fri 12h00- 14h00 and 18h30-22h00 Open Saturday for Dinner
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A: Lifestyle Centre Westlake Dr.Tokai T: 021 702 2975
BUKHARA
A: 33 Church St. T: 021 424 0000 www.bukhara.com
LA PETITE FERME A: Pass Road Franschhoek T: 021 876 3016 www.lapetiteferme.co.za
MANO’S
A: 39 Main Road Green Point T: 021 434 1090 www.mano.co.za
MON PLAISIR
DE VOLKSKOMBUIS
LEGENDARY, AUTHENTIC JAPANESE CUISINE IN THE HEART OF CAPE TOWN. BOOKING ESSENTIAL . 4 Buiten Street, Cape Town. 021 423 4712
TUSCANY BEACH A: 41 Victoria Road, Camps Bay T: 021 438 1213
A: 27 Caledon St. T: 021 465 7547
Under the meticulous hand of legendary chef and owner, Mr Muraoko (affectionately known as ‘Papa San’) and his wife, Minato serves up the finest authentic Japanese cuisine in the city.
A: Cnr Church & Beach Roads, Sea Point T: 021 434 2471 www.laperla.co.za
A: At Chamonix Wine Farm Uitkyk St. T: 021 876 2393
REUBEN’S
A: Oude Stallen 19 Huguenot Road Franschhoek T: 021 876 3772 www.reubens.co.za
THE ROUNDHOUSE
A: Kloof Road T: 021 438 4347 www.theroundhouserestaurant.com
ASIAN
SEA PALACE
A: 67 Dock Road Waterfront T: 021 418 4040 www.sea-palace.co.za
SIMPLY ASIA
A:Victoria Wharf V & A Waterfront T: 021 425 5555 www.simplyasia.co.za
ING EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR
A: The Wellington Darling St. T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za
TAIWAN CITY
A: Shop 421,Canal Walk Century City T: 021 555 3081
RG’s KABA MAHAL A: 315 Main Road T: 021 434 0008/9
ROYAL KITCHEN
A: 1st Floor Kloof Street Junction 115 Kloof Street, Gardens, T: 021 422 1888/3888 www.royalkitchen.co.za
TAPAS AUBERGINE
A: 39 Barnet St. Gardens T: 021 465 4909 www.aubergine.co.za
BISTRO & TAPAS @ ASARA
A: Asara Wine Estate Stellenbosch T: 021 888 8060 dining@asara.co.za
BIZERCA BISTRO A: Jetty St. T: 021 418 0001 www.bizerca.com
CAVEAU AT THE MILL A: 13 Boundary Road T: 021 685 5140 www.caveau.co.za
GIOVANNI’S
A: 103 Main Road Green Point T: 021 434 6893
LE PIQUE NIQUE
A: Boschendal Manor House, Pniel Road Groot Drakenstein T: 021 870 4282/3 www.boschendalwines.com
TARRAGONS
CAFE SOFIA
A: 119 York St. T: 044 884 1050
A: 60 Kloof St. Gardens Central T: 021 426 0801 www.cafesofia.co.za
THE RED BARN
A:The Fern Gully Farm Rheenendal Rd. T: 082 739 0962
GAME ARNOLD’S RESTAURANT
MARCO’S AFRICAN PLACE
BIG 5 SOUTH AFRICAN
MARIMBA
A: 60 Kloof St. T: 021 424 4344 www.arnolds.co.za
A: Aquila Game Lodge T: 021 421 4998 www.aquilasafari.com
CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT
A: Hohenort Hotel 93 brommersylei Rd T: 021 794 2137
CAPTAIN’S TALE& TWO & SIXPENCE PUB A: 88 St George’s St. T: 021 786 1371
FRANCOIS RESTAURANT
A: Cnr. Beach & Recreation Rd Fish Hoek T: 021 782 3066
MAMA AFRICA A: 178 Long St. T: 021 426 1017
ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET AT CAPPELLO FOR ONLY
R49.95
A: 15 Rose Lane Bo-Kaap T: 021 423 5412 www.marcosafricanplace.co.za A: Cnr Coen Steytler and Heerengracht Rd, Foreshore T: 021 418 3366 www.marimbasa.com
MOYO
A: Spier Estate Lynedoch Rd(R310) Stellenbosch T: 021 809 1133 www.moyo.co.za
THEO’S GRILL A: 163 Beach Rd Mouille Point T: 021 439 3494
WESTCOAST OSTRICH FARM
A: Westcoast Ostrich Ranch Van Schoorsdrif Rd Philadelphia off N7 T: 021 972 1955 www.ostrichranch.co.za
Cape Town CBD Tel: 021 425 5637 Atterbury House, 9 Riebeek Street, Cape Town
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DINING HALAAL BIHARI - Indian
A: Paddock Shopping Centre Milnerton / T: 021 522 9894 www.bihari.co.za
DAAWAT
The Authentic Pakistani Restaurant A: Dockside building, Buitengracht & 31 Machu Str / T: 021 421 9017 www.daawat.co.za
RAASOIE - Indian
7 Kloof St. Gardens / T: 021 423 1777
SIMPLY ASIA
A: V&A Waterfront / Heritage Square (CBD) T: 021 425 5555 www.simplyasia.co.za
ANATOLI - Turkish Restaurant
24 Napier Str, Green Point / T: 021 419 2501 www.anatoli.co.za
EASTERN FOOD BAZAAR
The Wellington, Darling Street, Cape Town T: 021 461 2458 www.easternfoodbazaar.co.za
OCEAN BASKET - Seafood
Cnr Main And Gabriel Rd Plumstead T: 021 761 0765 ( All of Ocean Basket food in all the branches is strikly halaal) www.oceanbasket.com
THAI RAK- SA - Asian
Cnr of Blaawberg Rd & Marine Drive, Table View / T: 021 914 7009 www.thairaksa.co.za
A taste of Africa
ADDIS IN CAPE - Ethopian
A: 41 Church Street / T: 021 424 5722. www.addisincape.co.za AFRICA CAFE - From Moroccan through Ethiopian and Zambian, all the way to Xhosa and Cape Malay. A: 108 Shortmarket street / T: 032 422 0221 www.africacafe.co.za BIESMIELLAH - Cape Malay experience A: Wale & Pentz Streets, Bo-Kaap, T: 021 423 0850 www.biesmiellah.co.za GOLD - GOLD Restaurant is a vibrant, eclectic Pan-African experience GOLD of Africa Museum A: 96 Strand Street / T: 021 421 4653
THE CAPE MALAY RESTAURANT
The spicey, rustic colours of the Cape’s unique cuisine at the Cellars . A: 93 Brommersvlei Road Constantia T: 021 794 2137 LELAPA - Traditional Township restaurant in Langa A: 49 Harlem Avenue, Langa
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T: 021 694 2681 www.theunlimitedletsgo.co.za IKHAYA - Ikhaya African Restaurant offers a memorable celebration of fine food and resplendent surroundings A: V&A Waterfront / T: 021 418 3728 MAMMA AFRICA - A place of African Food,&African Music & African Happiness A: 178 Long Street / T: 021 426 1017. www.mamaafricarest.net
MARCO’S AFRICAN PLACE
Indigenous African & Cape Malay Cuisine A:15 Rose Lane Bo-Kaap, Cape Town T: 021 423 5412 www.marcosafricanplace.co.za MOYO - Sophisticated African experience A: Eden on the Bay Shopping Centre Bloubergstrand / T: 021 554 9671 / 2 www.moyo.co.za
NOON GUN TEA ROOM & RESTAURANT - Aromatic, Spicy, traditional
Cape Malay food.Strikly Halaal A: 273 Longmarket St. Signal Hill, Bo- Kaap T: 021 424 0529 www.noonguntearoom.co.za NYONIS KRAAL - Traditional African, Eastern and European flavours, recipes and cultures together A: 98 Long Street / T: 021 422 0529 / 0525 www.nyoniskraal.co.za ROOTIS CAPE MALAY - Authentic Cape Malay Farefully halaal A: Clock Tower Centre,Waterfront T: 021 425 8810
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Hidden Treasures
THIRTY 7 - Cuisine:Contemporary A: Westin Grand Arabella Quays T: 021 412 9999
THE PEPPER CLUB -Cuisine: Continental A: The Pepper Club Luxury Hotel & Spa, T: 021 438 0000 www.pepperclub.co.za
GREEN POINT
THE SET RESTAURANT
Cuisine: Mediterraneanfine dining A: Protea Hotel, Victoria Junction T: 021 418 1234
V& A WATERFRONT
BASCULE WHISKEY,WINE & COCKTAIL - Cuisine: International
A: Cape Grace Hotel / T: 021 410 7082 www.capegrace.com/dining/bascule
SIGNAL RESTAURANT
Cuisine: Creative Cape Cuisine A: Cape Grace Hotel / T: 021 410 7080 www.capegrace.com/dining/signal_restaurant
NOBU - Cuisine: Sublime Japanese Cuisine A: One & Only Hotel / T: 021 431 5111
REUBENS - Cuisine: The creative
menu of Reuben Riffel A: One & Only Hotel / T: 021 431 5222
CLIPPER RESTAURANT
Cuisine: Seafood Delicacies A: The Commodore Hotel / T: 021 415 1000 www.commodore.accommodationsouthafrica.co.za/ fine-dining-clipper-restaurant.php
QUARTER RESTAURANT - Cuisine: Fine Dining in the Cape Malay tradition A: The Portswood Hotel / T: 021 418 3281
ape Town hotels are the home to some of the finest dining experience that our city can provide as part of the indulging hospitality tradition. Reservation is highly recommended for all venues.
TOBAGO’S RESTAURANT
CBD
Cuisine: International
PLANET RESTAURANT
Cuisine:Contemporary South African food served in impeccable surrounding A: Mount Nelson Hotel, Gardens T: 021 483 1948 www.mountnelson.co.za
BOMBAY BRASSERIE - Cuisine: Fine Indian Specialty dining A: The Taj, CBD / T: 021 819 2000 TWANKEY BAR - Cuisine: Oyster & Champagne Bar A: The Taj, CBD / T: 021 819 2000 CORAL INTERNATIONAL
Cuisine: Modern European & Authentic Arabic, Asian & African delicacies. Halaal & no alcohol A: Coral International / T: 087 310 2273 www.coral-international.com
Cuisine: International
A: Radisson Blu, Granger Bay T: 021 441 3000
THE ATLANTIC GRILL
A: The Table Bay Hotel / T: 021 406 5918
OYO - Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean
A: Victoria & Alfred Hotel / T: 021 419 6677 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/oyo/
SEA POINT
SALT RESTAURANT & BAR
Cuisine: Simple, Approachable, honest food A: Ambassador Hotel, Bantry Bay T: 021 439 7258 www.newmarkhotels.com/newmark/salt/
TOP OF THE RITZ - Cuisine: European Kitchen with a South African taste on a 360° revolving platform. A: Ritz Hotel / T: 021 439 6988
DINING in the winelands
STELLENBOSCH ASARA
Restaurant: Raphael’s Restaurant at Asara Cuisine: Classic European Address: Asara Wine Estate, Polkedraai Road, Stellenbosch Tel: 021 888 8000 Email: dining@asara.co.za Web: www.asara.co.za
RESTAURANT @ AVONTUUR ESTATE
Address: Avontuur Estate, R44 between Stellenbosch & Somerset West Tel: 021 855 4296 Email: openhand@polka.co.za Email: info@avontuurestate.co.za Web: www.avontuurestate.co.za
OVERTURE @ HIDDEN VALLEY Hidden Valley Wines, Annandale Road, Stellenbosch Tel: 021 880 2721 Email:info@dineatoverture.co.za Web: www.dineatoverture.co.za
FRANSCHHOEK BOSCHENDAL
PAARL FAIRVEW – GOATSHED
HAUTE CABRIERE
TEL: 021 876 3688 FAX: 021 876 3691 email: bookings@hautecabriere.com
Our Contact Details T: 021 863 3609 F: 021 863 2591 E: goatshed@fairview.co.za A: The Goatshed at Fairview Suid-Agter Paarl Road Suider Paarl
LA PETITE FERME
BACKSBERG RESTAURANT
FYNDRAAI RESTAURANT DINING AT SOLMS-DELTA
NEDERBURG WINES
Boschendal Estate, Pniel Road Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek
Mountain Pass Road, Franschhoek La Petite Ferme Lakeside R45 Franschhoek 7690 - 021 876 3016
Solms-Delta, Delta Road Off the R45, Groot Drakenstein Franschhoek Valley t 021- 874-3937 f 021- 874-1852 e info@solms-delta.co.za
R45, Paarl 7670 T: 021 875 5952 restaurant@backsberg.co.za backsberg.co.za
www.nederburg.co.za Sonstraal Road, Daljosafat, Paarl Tel: 021 862 3104
BOLAND KELDER
www.bolandwines.co.za 021 862 6190
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES QUAD BIKING
Elgin Valley (On the way to Hermanus, from Cape Town on the N2 over Sir Lowry’s pass) Tel: 021 8591989 or 083461 4567 www.uncoverthecape.co.za/extreme/quad-biking/
DRAGON BOAT RACING
HIKING TRAILS
Cape Of Goodhope Lion’s Head Trail Otter Trail Hoerikwaggo Trail www.hikecapetown.co.za
MAYNARDVILLE OPEN AIR THEATRE
Shop 10 Overbeek Building on the corner of Kloof, Long & Orange Street Tel: 021 422-0388 www.bookcapetown.com/things-to-do/land/cycling
SURFING AT GLEN BEACH
Based in Stellenbosch, specializing in wine tours. We also offer Cape Peninsula Tours , Garden Route trips,Township tours and custom designed tours. www.ukubonaafricatours.co.za
ACTION PAINTBALL GAMES
Corner of Church and Wolfe Streets Maynardville, Wynberg Book through Computicket Tel: 083 915 8000 www.maynardville.co.za
CITY SIGHT-SEEING
Tucked away in the corner of upmarket Camps Bay nearest to Sea Point www.maynardville.co.za
V&A Waterfront Tel: 021 447-2820 or 082 564-6257 www.dragonboat.org.za Tokai Constantia Tel: 021 790-7603 www.actionpaintball.co.za
on The double-decker bus Tel: 021 511-6000 www.citysightseeing.co.za
RATANGA JUNCTION
PARAGLIDING
076 892 2283 www.paraglide.co.za CAGE DIVING - White Shark Project 16 Geelbek Street Kleinbaai Tel: 028 384 1774
BUNGEE JUMPING
Bloukrans Bungy: Travelon the N2 from Cape Town,40 km East of Plettenberg Bay Tel: 042 281-1458 www.uncoverthecape.co.za/.../bungy...jumping/index.htm
CYCLING
Theme Park Century city Tel: 021 550 8504 www.ratanga.co.za
SUNSET CHAMPAGNE CRUISE
Shop 5 and Shop 7 on Quay 5 (next to Sevruga Restaurant),V&A Waterfront Tel: 021 418-0134, Mobile: 082 900-8234 www.waterfrontboats.co.za
HOT AIR BALLOON
From Cape Town drive up Kloof Nek Road. At the top you will reach a circle. Turn left into Tafelberg Road and follow the road to the lower cable station. Tel: 021 424-8181/021 424-3792 www.bookcapetown.com/things-to.../winelands-hot-airballoon
AFRIVISTA TOURS
CARIMISSA TOWNSHIP TOURS
Join Camissa on a visit to the Townships and be welcomed as a guest into these neighborhoods where you will experience the friendly warmth, vibrancy and vitality of African culture. www.companygardens.nl
UKUBONA AFRICA TOURS
Ukubona Africa Tours specialises in township tours but also provides tailor-made tours. Some of the most popular tours provided are the City tour, the Peninsula tour, the Cape Point tour, the Winelands tour, the Whale tour and of course the special Township tour where visitors will be taken to Nyanga and be given the opportunity to experience vibrant township life.Call Jasmin: 083 521 3390 jasmin@ukubonaafricatours.co.za
Premier Lounge
PUTT-PUTT
Beach Road, Sea Point Tel: 021 434-4605
Your Oasis of Comfort at the Airport
While waiting for your flight, relax in comfort and avoid the crowds • Enjoy light meals, snacks and drinks • Freshen up with a shower • Utilise business facilities • Smoking rooms available Premier Lounges Available in OR Tambo International, Cape Town International, King Shaka International, Port Elizabeth, East London and George airports.
All are welcome www.comfortguaranteed.co.za Terms and conditions apply
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KIDZ ZONE TWO OCEANS AQUARIUM
MTN SCIENCENTRE
The Two Oceans Aquarium on the V&A Waterfront,is ideally positioned to show case the incredible diversity of marine life .The Aquarium is one of the top tourist attractions in Cape Town with over 3000 leaving sea animals, including sharks, fishes, turtles and penguins can be seen in this spectacular under water nature reserve.
The science centre provides valuable handson learning experiences using world-class exhibits designed to enrich the school curriculum and equip learners (young and old) by increasing their skill and understanding of science, technology and maths.
www.aquarium.co.za 021 418 3823
BUTTERFLY WORLD Butterfly World, one of the more unique attractions of the Western Cape Winelands,consists of a tropical garden in a 1000 m2 green house. This luxuriant paradise makes the free flying exotic butterflies feel right at home. www.butterflyworld.co.za 021 875 5628
KENILWORTH RACECOURSE This is Indoor Kart Racing - South Africa’s most accessible, inexpensive, mega-excitement sport. The adrenaline rush of racing a high-tech kart at high speed around a twisty racetrack as you jostle for position against other drivers can only be duplicated in sports such as bungi jumping and sky diving. www.karting.co.za 021 683 2670 / 6174
THE PLANETARIUM The Planetarium, which is housed in the South African Museum building in Cape Town, is a celestial theatre in the round, utilizing the complex Minolta star machine and multiple projectors to transport the audience through the wonders of the universe. The ultimate in armchair travel. www.museums.org.za/planetarium 021 424 3330
Bugz Playpark Is a colourful extravaganza of sandpits, pedal cars, jumping castles, rowing boats, jungle gyms and a choo choo train, and will tire out little ones in no time.
www.mtnscience.org.za 021 529 8100
WORLD OF BIRDS WILD LIFE SANCTUARY & MONKEY PARK There are more than 3000 birds and small animals in this landscaped wildlife sanctuary. Under - threes get in free. www.worldofbirds.org.za 021 790 2730
IZIKO TREASURE HUNTS Iziko Museums organizers treausre hunts through the Company Gardens on the 1st and last Tuesday of every month. Kids get to hunt down clues across three museums sites. The event starts at 6 pm and booking is essential. www.iziko.org.za 021 481 3823
SCRATCH PATCH The Scratch patch is a must - visit for tots who like to explore and discover with their hands. Buy various - sized containers and let your children dig around for gemstones that are theirs to take home. www.scratchpatch.co.za Waterfront 021 419 9429 Simons Town 021 786 2020
WARRIOR TOY MUSEUM The huge collection of dinky toys, lead soldiers and model cars, trucks, aeroplanes, trains, boats and as well as functioning train set will have kids in there element. Little princesses will love the display of dolls, including old - fashioned barbie dolls. 021 786 1395
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ON STAGE SPROETJIES
A brand new Afrikaans song and dance presentation.The show is a contemporary interpretation of the timeless Cinderella fairytale. It uses a selection of well-loved Afrikaans songs such as De la Rey, Jantjie, Jy Soen My nie Meer Nie as the soundtrack for light-hearted choreography performed by the Johannesburg-based Mzansi Productions dancers. Artscape, 08-09 June, Tickets R60-R155 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
UMBIYOZO YOUTH FESTIVAL
AN exciting youth festival running from 1 to 19 June 2011 that fuses several performing arts genres such as music, dance, praise poetry and choral performances with the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO) into a vibrant experience at the Artscape Theatre.Two powerful indigenous performances in the Artscape Arena, namely Children of the Mist and Bash or be Bashed will complement the diverse activities at the Artscape Theatre. The Battle of Youth Jazz Big Bands: 16 June 2011 @ 15:00. Indigenous Dance, Music and Praise Poetry: 17 June 2011 @ 15:00 A Choral Tribute to Madiba with the CPO: 18 June 2011 @ 19:30 & 19 June 2011 @ 15:00 Artscape, Tickets R40 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
BASH OR BE BASHED
This lively musical drama is set against the backdrop of a matric ball after party.It highlights modern trends on drugs, HIV/AIDS, and how easy it is to be infected or affected. It investigates the division between school going and out of school youth; how each group perceives the other and the attitudes towards those who refuse to touch drugs or engage in casual sex. It also incorporates how bullying plays a part in how the innocent get infected and affected. Artscape, 8-18 June, Tickets R40-R50 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
YOUTH JAZZ FESTIVAL
The 2011 Youth Jazz Festival offers a new approach and for the first time since the inception of the festival, will focus on talented jazz individuals, rather than jazz bands.These selected jazz performers will then perform as soloists with the Delft Big Band, conducted by revered jazz trumpeter Ian Smith. Artscape, 4-5 June, Tickets R75 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
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Cape Town - The Mother City is renowned for her natural beauty, her atmosphere and her charm, but under the light of the streetlamps, another side of life emerges. Six stories, set in the six hours between midnight and six in the morning, paint a picture of the city most people never see. It is the city we know, but it has become an unfamiliar, dangerous space. Established in February 2011, this marks the Siyasanga Cape Town Theatre Company’s first joint production with distinguished writer/ director Heinrich Reisenhofer, co-creator of Suip! and the Joe Barber series of plays. Preview: 23 & 24 June 2011 @ 20:15, R60
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25 June to 9 July 2011 @ 20:15, R80 Tuesdays: 28 June & 5 July 2011 @ 19:15 Saturdays: 2 & 9 July 2011 @ 17:00, R60 Artscape, 23 June-9 July, Tickets from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
A CHORAL TRIBUTE TO MADIBA
The Cape Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO) with Joyfull Harmonies, Simon Alumni Estes Choir, Heavenly Voices, CPUT Choir and the Procantu Youth Choir performs a powerful homage statesman Nelson Mandela with reverberating choral sounds. Artscape, 18-19 June, Tickets R40 from Computicket: 083 915 8000
CAPE TOWN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
Concert 5: 02.06.2011, 20:00. Conductor: ARJAN TIEN, Soloist: ANDREY BARANOV (violin). MOZART: Symphony No. 29 in A major, K201. PROKOFIEV: Violin Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Op. 63. GLAZUNOV: The Seasons, Op. 67 Symphony Concert 6: 09.06.2011, 20:00. Conductor: ARJAN TIEN, Soloist: NICOLAS ALTSTAEDT (cello), TCHAIKOVSKY: The Tempest; Fantasy-Overture, Op. 18 (Burya) . TCHAIKOVSKY: Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33 . RACHMANINOV : Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27 Concert 7: 16.06.2011,20:00. CPYO Curtain Raiser, Conductor: BRANDON PHILLIPS, SIBELIUS: Findandia. Conductor: THOMAS SANDERLING, Soloists: FARIDA BACHAROVA & SUZANNE MARTENS (violins). SCHUBERT: Symphony in B minor, D759, “Unfinished” , DAVID EARL: Double Concerto for two Violins. SCHUMANN: Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120 Concert 8: 23.06.2011, 20:00. Conductor: THOMAS SANDERLING, Soloist: MELVYN TAN (piano). BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B flat major, Op. 19. MAHLER: Symphony No. 5 in C sharp minor All at City Hall, Tickets R130, R155, R180 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE
Five women, dressed in BB or their favourite LBDs, recall defining moments in their lives and what clothes they were wearing at the time. From black cowboy boots, new bras, handbag obsessions and boobtubes, to wedding dresses, mini skirts and neon lights in fitting rooms, the stories are ones we can all identify, laugh and sigh with. Theatre On The Bay, 15 June- 2 July, Tickets R80-R125 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
TUESDAY WITH MORRIE
Tuesday with Morrie is the autobiographical story of Mitch Albom (an accomplish journalist) and his relationship with former college professor, Morrie Schwartz.Sixteen years after graduation, Mitch hat happens to catch Morrie`s appearance on a television news programme and learns that his old professor from Brandeis University, battling with Lou Gehig`s disease. Mitch contacts Morrie and goes to see him. What starts as a simple visit turns into a weekly pilgrimage - and a class in the meaning of life!
Theatre On The Bay, 25 May- 11 June, Tickets R100-R150 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket.mobi.
INTIMATE COMEDY SESSIONS
Featuring STUART TAYLOR, CARL WEBER, DALIN OLIVER and OLIVER BOOTH THE INTIMATE COMEDY SESSIONS is about to kick off at On Broadway and will feature solo and ensemble performances from many of SA’s top comics. With weekly line-up changes, the quality of shows will certainly have you coming back for more, week after week. The first show at the INTIMATE COMEDY SESSIONS will feature Stuart Taylor as host, presenting 3 of Cape Town’s most talked about up-and-coming comedians. Carl Weber recently won the title of ‘Cape Town’s next comic’. His ‘small town boy in the big city’ take on life has been met with standing ovations while Dealin Oliver’s brand of comedy gets presented in an intelligent and energetic fashion that casts spells of uncontrollable laughter on audiences across the board. Oliver... On Broadway, 08-11 June, Tickets R85 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
SOMEBODY TO LOVE
The legendary music of rock super group, QUEEN, comes to life on stage in a sleek, seductive celebration of love with singers and the Johannesburgbased Mzansi Productions dancers.Acclaimed choreographers Debbie Rakusin (African Footprint) and Timothy le Roux explore facets of relationships in an elegant and sophisticated show brimming with atmosphere, ambience and superlative entertainment with additional choreography by startling new talent, Mari-Louise Basson.Using a selection of 18 of QUEEN’s greatest songs and some of the most beautiful bodies on the South African stage, the choreographers have sculpted a two-part homage to love. Artscape, 08-12 June, Tickets R60-R155 from Computicket: 083 915 8000 www.computicket. mobi.
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NIGHT LIFE CLUBS & BARS THE BANG BANG CLUB Slick & stylish A: 70 Loop Street, CBD T: 021 426 2011 Open: Wed. - Sun.
www.thebangbangclub.co.za DELUXE Full range of Sound Taste A: Corner of Long & Longmarket Street T: 021 422 4832 Open: Fri.& Sat. 10pm to 4am... Thurs. Salsa nights 7pm to 12am
www.topclubs.co.za/ Nightclubs/Deluxe.aspx FTV Home of Excellent music and Fusion shows A: 114 Hout Street, Corner of Buitengracht De Waterkant Village, T: 021 426 6000
www.ftv.co.za
VELVET Rock and Chic A: 160 Bree Street, CBD T: 021 426 0738 / 0737472033
www.capetowntoday. co.za/Nightclubs.htm
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ST YVES BEACH CLUB A: 2nd level Promenade Building, Camps Bay T: 021 438 0826 / 0935 CHEVELLE House Club A: 84 Harrington Str,CBD T: 082 829 6563 Open:Thurs. - Sat. www.chevelle.co.za CHROME Hip Hop Club A: 6 Pepper Street, CBD T: 083 700 6078/9 Open: Wed. -Sun. www.chromect.com HEMISPHERE A: 31st Floor, ABSA Centre, 2 Riebeek Street,CBD T: 021 421 0581 /4863 Open: Thurs. - Sat. from 10pm www.hemisphere.org.za ASSEMBLY Live Music A: 61 Harrington Street, District six, T: 021 462 7286 www.theassembly.co.za KINK Bar & Boutique A: 3 Park Rd, Gardens T: 021 424 0757 Open: 12pm to 4pm Mon. to Fri. Dinner 6pm Midnight Tues. to Sat. www.capetownmagazine. com/sa/events/view/2343/ KINK-Kitchen CATU Irish Bar A: 38 Hout Street,CBD T: 021 424 7453 Open: Mon. - Sat.10am 2 am
KARMA Beach lounge bar A: Penthouse suite, Promenade, Camps Bay T: 021 438 7773 Open: Wed. - Sun. www.karmalounge.co.za CAPPELLO - CBD A cosmopolitan bar / lounge which combines fine food and vibey energy hosting international. Dj’s every Saturday night A: 9 Riebeek Str T: 021 425 5637 CAPPELLO EDEN ON THE BAY Restaurant & Cocktail bar A: Marine Drive, Blouberg T: 021 554 9696 Open: Monday - Sunday www.cappello.co.za FIREMAN’S ARMS English Pub since 1864 A: 25-27 Mechu Rd. Corner of Buitengracht Str T: 021 419 1513 Open: Mon. - Sat. 11am - 2am www.timeout.com/cape-town/ bars-pubs/venue/.../firemans-arms CLUB BAMBU Bar, Lounge, Live entertainment A: 21b Somerset Rd, Green point T: 082 553 6810 www.topclubs.co.za/Nightclubs/ Bambu.aspx BEAULAH BAR Upmarket gay venue A: 30 Somerset Rd, Greenpoint T: 021 421 6798 Open: Tues. - Thurs. 5pm to 2am, Fri. & Sat. 5pm t o 4am www.beaulahbar.co.za CUBANA Latino Social Cafe A: Somerset Rd, Greenpoint T: 021 421 1109 www.topclubs.co.za/Nightclubs/ Cubana.aspx ALBA Lounge bar& restaurant A: Alfred Mall & Pierhead, Waterfront T: 021 425 3385 Open: 5pm to 2am www.albahouse.co.za JADE Groove lounge bar A: 39 Main Rd, Greenpoint T: 021 439 4108 Open: Tues. - Sat. 8pm to 2am www.topclubs.co.za/Nightclubs/ Jade.aspx TRINITY TEL: +27 (0)21 418 0624 FAX: +27 (0)21 418 1420 info@trinitycapetown.co.za 15 Bennett Street. Green Point. Cape Town Open 12pm to 4am, Mon-Sat
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WHAT TO SEE KIRSTENBOSCH
WINELANDS
Tel: 021 799 8783
www.winelands.co.za
HOUT BAY HARBOUR Hout Bay one of the most attractive regions in the Cape. You'll find a friendly working harbour, a famous bird sanctuary and lots of walking trails, as well as long stretches of sandy beach and a Sunday craft market.If you wish to get to Seal island or just to watch some seals enjoying the fishermans left overs Hout Bay harbour will be the perfect spot.
BOULDERS BEACH Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a growing colony of the vulnerable African Penguin and makes for a great stop either to or from Cape Point. Wooden walkways allow visitors to view the penguins in their natural beach – and what could be better than s wimming with penguins?
TABLE MOUNTAIN
RHODES MEMORIAL
www.bouldersbeachlodge.com
www.tablemountain.net
The spectacular Kirstenbosch gardens cover an area of 528 hectares of cultivated garden. The gardens are a celebration of South Africa flora and South Africa plants. An excellent spot for lazy picnics, romantic strolls and happy children.
A visit to the Cape Winelands is an absolute must as the region is one of breathtaking vistas and majestic mountain backdrops while being steeped in rich culture and history. The Winelands aredivided into various different regions, each offering their own ”wine route”.
Table Mountain continues to capture imaginations and dazzle newcomers. There are only two waysup – walking or the cable car.Whether you choose to hike up or hitch a ride with the revolving cablecar, the summit offers breathtaking views and endless photo moments. Tel: 021 424 0015
Rhodes Memorial, which nestles at the base of Devil’s Peak, provides spectacular views towards both Table Bay and False Bay and the Hottentots Holland mountains in the far distance.stands on theslopes of Devil’s Peak, on the Northern flank of Table Mountain. www.sa-venues.com/attractionswc/rhodes-memorial.htm
WHAT WINE ROUTE?
Not sure where to go for a wine route adventure? It all depends on how much time you have and how much of day - or week - you’d like to make of it. For those with very little time, you’ll be happy to know that Cape Town’s CBD presents a host of wine bars that will guide you through a virtual wine tasting of practically any estate you choose. But for those who do have some time...
Constantia Valley
Stellenbosch Wine Route
Franschhoek Wine Route
Constantia Valley is the wine route at the heart of the Mother City (or at least a little to the left of it). This is the oldest wine-growing area in Southern Africa and stretches from Wynberg hill in the north, to the Silvermine mountains (the Tokai area) in the south. The five wine cellars on the route boast a winemaking history dating back to 1685 .
The Stellenbosch Wine Route was the first in South Africa and all the estates along the route are within a 12km radius of the town. It is arguably the country´s most famous, and includes 148 cellars - most of which are open to the public. From Cape Town take the N1 in a northerly direction and turn off at the Exit 39 onto the R304 and follow through into Stellenbosch. Call Stellenbosch Tourism: 021 883 3584 For more information: www.stellenboschtourism.co.za or Stellenbosch Wine Route: 021 886 4310 For more information: www.wineroute.co.za
Franschhoek was founded over 300 years ago when the French Huguenots settled in the Berg River Valley. The wine route here is comparatively small with only 29 cellars, but what it lacks in wine route variety, it makes up for in quality cuisine and breathtaking scenery. A perfect mini-break destination. Franschhoek is 85km outside of Cape Town.
Constantia Valley Association: 021 762 8769 For more information:www.constantiavalley.com
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Call Franschhoek Tourism: 021 876 3603 For more information:www.franschhoek.org.za
WHAT TO SEE AT THE
ROBBEN ISLAND
Almost as famous as Table Mountain, Robben Island has become an international symbol of human rights and is now a World Heritage Site. On your guided tour you’ll visit Nelson Mandela’s 46664 call and learn about the life and times of the Apartheid era. Tel: 021 413 4200 www.robbenisland.co.za
CONSTANTIA UITSIG
www.constantia-uitsig.com Spaanschemat River Road Tel: 021 794 6500 At the Estate: Now boasts award winning wines, three world-renowned restaurants, a private cricket oval, Spa and a 16-roomed luxury hotel. Set amongst the vineyards of a private wine estate in the shadow of Cape Town's Table Mountain, the highly acclaimed Constantia Uitsig Hotel is just twenty minutes from Cape Town city centre and the V&A Waterfront. We offer a comprehensive range of treatments and therapies, and are the only spa in South Africa to offer ‘Les Aromes du Vin’, a body treatment based on the aromatic components of fine wines. It has 3 award winning restaurants that serve fine dining and contemporary food.
BOSCHENDAL
CAPE POINT
There is nothing quite as inspiring as standing at the edge of a continent overlooking the wild ocean with towering cliff cutting into the landscape and holding you above the world. Cape Point is found within the Cape Peninsula National Park. Tel:021 780 9010/11 www.capepoint.co.za
www.boschendal.com Tel: 021 870 4272/3/4/5 At the Estate: Visit the newly renovated Boschendal restaurant serving delicious, extensive buffet luncheons, seven days a week. At Le Pique Nique you can treat yourself to an elegant French-style picnic beneath the fragrant pines. Le Café is a delectable light lunches and teas served outside in the dappled shade of the spreading oaks. Make an online reservation and find out why the Boschendal Wine Estate is known as one of the most beautiful South African Wine Farms. Or contact us for more information on the Boschendal Winery.
FAIRVIEW
www.fairview.co.za Suid-Agter Paarl Road, Suider-Paarl Tel: 021 863 2450 At the Estate: Fairview is a third generation, family owned wine and cheese farm, on the south-west-facing slopes of Paarl Mountain, a granite rock outcrop in the heart of the Paarl wine district of South Africa. Located just 45 minutes from Cape Town, Fairview offers a world class winelands experience to local and international guests, seven days a week.
HAUTE CABRIERE
Paarl Wine Route
www.cabriere.co.za Tel: 021 876 8500 At the Estate: The Pierre Jourdan Tasting Cellar, situated adjacent to the Haute Cabrière Cellar Restaurant which offers guests an exclusive wine experience. An auditorium within the maturation cellar, as well as additional tasting facilities, ensures that visitors are able to enjoy. The restaurant has a magnificent view of this beautiful valley. The food served is from the valley ~ fresh salmon trout bred and grown in the cold stream water that flows down the mountains, vegetables and herbs from the family farm, export quality fruit from the surrounding peach, plum and pear orchards, seasonal berries, goat's milk cheese from Paarl, linefish delivered daily from the Indian and Atlantic oceans, live mussels from Saldanha Bay, oysters from Namibia and lamb and game from the Karoo.
SPIER
Only a 40 min drive from Cape Town is the picturesque town of Paarl (pearl), nestled between Paarl Mountain and the majestic Du Toitskloof Mountain Range. Paarl lies in the Berg River valley and is the perfect stop-over destination in the heart of the wine route. From Cape Town follow the N1 north, turn off at Exit 55, Main Street, Paarl. Call Paarl Tourism: 021 872 0860 For more information: www.paarlonline.com
www.spier.co.za R310 Stellenbosch Tel: 021 809 1100 At the Estate: Three tasting options are available: Spier tasting, Barrel Thief tasting and Frans K Smith tasting in the private collection lounge, provided daily but for the last two booking is essential (021 809 1984). Visits at the Biodynamic farm can be arranged on Wednesday afternoons. Eight at Spier farm to table eating experience (021 809 1188) while Moyo at Spier is a sophisticated African restaurant (021 809 1133). The Craft market is open daily and the hotel shop showcases pieces which reflect vibrant contemporary aesthetic. The Fringe gallery / shop draws its sources from the over 70 South African artists and designers (021 809 112). The Cheetah Outreach project promoted and educates about this wild animal (021 881 3242) and the Eagle Encounters is a bird of prey rehabilitation, education and eco – tourism project (021 858 1826). To experience the Flora project and fauna of the Cape you can book a horse ride or the children can enjoy supervised pony and cart rides (021 881 3683). Picnics are welcome on the lawns and products can be purchased in the deli. In order not to miss any of the above you are welcome to book a room at the luxury Spier Hotel (021 809 1100) which is also the home of Camelot spa (021 809 1931) and the hotel’s restaurant and wine bar. Conferences and events are all welcome.
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TOURISM NEWS New book brings Mandela’s quotes to life The Nelson Mandela Centre of Memory is to launch the first wholly accurate, fully referenced and authorised record of former president Nelson Mandela’s most inspiring and historically important quotations. Nelson Mandela By Himself: The Authorised Book of Quotations will be launched ahead of Mandela Day - Mandela’s Birthday - on 18 July. “This collection - gathered from privileged authorised access to Mandela’s vast personal archive of private papers, speeches, correspondence and audio recordings - features more than 2 000 quotations spanning over 60 years,” says the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Over 300 categories The inspirational quotations are organised into over 300 categories for easy reference, including such aspects as what defines greatness in “Character”, “Courage” and “Optimism”. One can also learn from him the essence of democracy, freedom and struggle in the categories such as “Democracy”, “History”, “Racism”, “Reconciliation” and “Unity”. Selected quotations from the book: “I accepted that if you have a problem, you must face it and not gloss over it.” Nelson Mandela, 29 December 1992 “I like friends who have independent minds because they tend to make you see problems from all angles.” - Nelson Mandela, 1975 “You sharpen your ideas by reducing yourself to the level of the people you are with.” - Nelson Mandela, 13 August 2005 “It is never my custom to use words lightly. If twenty-seven years in prison have done anything to us, it was to use the silence of solitude to make us understand how precious words are and how real speech is in its impact on the way people live and die.” - Nelson Mandela,
Closing Address 13th International Aids Conference, Durban, South Africa, 14 July 2000.
Asia, India, South Pacific, Canada, Africa, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany and Spain.
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“Millions of TripAdvisor travellers around the globe have helped identify the world’s top travel spots,” said TripAdvisor chief marketing officer Barbara Messing. “The Travellers’ Choice Destinations awards not only recognise some of the most beloved travel destinations worldwide, but serve as inspiration for millions of travellers looking to plan their next trip.”
TripAdvisor users vote Cape Town tops Cape Town has come out tops on TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice 2011 Destinations Awards, being voted the world’s best tourism destination ahead of Barcelona, London, New York, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Rome and Sydney. The TripAdvisor website features reviews and advice on hotels, resorts, flights, vacation rentals, vacation packages, travel guides, and more. Travellers’ Choice Destinations awards honour top travel spots worldwide based on millions of real and unbiased opinions from TripAdvisor travellers. Award winners were determined based on a combination of travellers’ favourite places and overall destination popularity. ‘Tourist brochure-views’
The Top 10 2011 Travelers’ Choice World Destinations: 1. Cape Town, South Africa 2. Sydney, Australia 3. Machu Picchu, Peru 4. Paris, France 5. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 6. New York City, United States 7. Rome, Italy 8. London, United Kingdom 9. Barcelona, Spain 10. Hong Kong, China SAinfo reporter
“Cape Town glistens at the southern toe of the African continent,” TripAdvisor said in a statement this week. “Tourist brochure-views at Blaauwberg Beach and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are within easy driving distance of ‘the Mother City’. “The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve provides sweeping sea vistas, hiking trails and wildlife encounters. “On a more sombre note, travellers can visit Robben Island, the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 27 years.” Inspiration for travellers Now in its third year of the awards, TripAdvisor has honoured 337 outstanding destinations across the globe. In addition to the top 25 in the world overall, top 25 lists have been named for the United States, Europe, the Caribbean and Mexico, Central and South America,
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PLACES OF INTEREST The City of Cape Town invites you to explore and experience some of her well known and recognizable sites that has been refreshed and updated and uplifted in recent time as well as some new and old icons that are worth to be re-familiarising in person. COMPANY’S GARDEN VISITOR CENTRE The garden was established in 1652, making it one of the oldest gardens in the country. The display in the Visitor’s centre gives a comprehensive overview of the early history of the garden, which is unique in that it is the only example of how two different landscape styles – the Dutch ‘produce garden’ grid pattern and the ‘Victorian Romantic’ grid pattern and the overlaid to produce the garden as it exists today.
THE OLD CITY HALL
Built in 1905, the old City Hall in Darling Street is a mixture of Italian Renaissance and British colonial architecture. It is located on the Grand Parade to the west of the Castle of Good Hope and is built from honey-colored limestone imported from Bath in England. The 60m/200ft high bell-tower, with a carillon installed in 1923, was modeled on London’s Big Ben. The City Hall was the last major Victorian building to be erected in Cape Town.
This brewery was to be sited alongside the new railway line as an advertisement for Castle beer –a sort of early billboard. The Castle Brewery was completed in 1901, designed by New York architect H. Steinmann and was opened on the 1st April 1902, several setbacks to its completion, being caused by the second Boer War. www.oldcastlebrewery.co.za 021 448 4500
The City Hall’s carillon was installed as a WW1 war memorial, with 22 additional bells being added in 1925 with the visit of the Prince of Wales. Magnificent and imposing, the City Hall commemorates Kind Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, with its mosaic floors, marble staircase, stained glass windows and specially designed organ with 3165 pipes.
Tel: 021 400 26 21 Visiting times: 7am -7pm
HOUSES OF PARIAMENT
DISTRICT 6 MUSEUM
CAPE TOWN STADIUM VISITOR CENTRE Since its completion, the new Cape Town Staduim has become an icon landmark in the city, and has elected a lot of attention and interest. The visitors centre is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. How long tours commence at 10:00, 12:00 and 13:00. Prices are R30 for adults and R15 for pensioners and children.
District Six was named the Sixth Municipal District of Cape Town in 1867. Original established as mixed community of freed slaves, merchants, artisan, laboures and immigrants, District Six was vibrant centre with close links to the city and the port. By the beginning of the twentieth century, however, the history of removals and marginalization had begun. www.districtsix.co.za 021 466 7200 Visiting hours: Mon: 09:00 – 14:00 Tues – Sat. 09:00 – 16:00
Directions: From the raised Green point traffic circle, take the entrance closest to McDonalds, and entrance on Granger bay Boulevard at entrance C onto the podium. Contact : 021 430 7300
OLD CASTLE BREWERY
While Castle began making in roads into what had been almost entirely “lion country” work was began on the erection of the Castle Brewery in Woodstock.
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The Houses Of Parliament are an architectural wonder. Gallery tickets are available from Room 12. Overseas visitors must present their passports. The parliament building, which also houses the Library of Parliament, is beautiful, with its central dome and Corinthian porticos and pavilions. You can also sit in the public gallery during a parliamentary session. The original designer, Charles Freeman, miscalculated the foundations and was replaced by Henry Greaves, who oversaw the building until completion in 1885. The new House of Assembly was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. A pedestrian walkway, Government Avenue, runs through the Company Gardens and provides easy access to Parliament and other nearby attractions are Greenmarket Square, the Castle of Good Hope and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Between July and January, guided tours take place from Monday to Friday: 11:00 and 14:00 Visiting Address:90 Plein Street Cape Town Tel: 021 403 2266 Houses of Parliament - Cape Town on the web: http://www.parliament.gov.za/
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CHURCHES
MOSQUES
AUWAL MOSQUE 34 Dorp Street
NURUL ISLAM MOSQUE 134 Buitngrchtst cape town Phone 021 4234202
AL-AZHAR MOSQUE COMMITTE 6 Keizersgracht St zonnebloem cape town Phone 021 4626692
PALM TREE MOSQUE 185 Long Street Area Cape Town Telephone 21 444 4613
MASJIEDUR RAWBIE MOSQUE 22 Merrydaleav portlands Phone 021 3916675 Yusufeah Mosque
MOSQUERD
winburg Phone 021 7622505
MASJIDUL UMMAH 6483 Hector Av grassy Park Phone 021 7035529
MADRESSA & MOSQUE 128 Lansport Rd hanover Park cape town 7780 Phone 021 6921909
309 5AV
lotusrivier ltsrvr Phone 021 7061239 Kensington Phone 021 5931340
MASJIDUR RAGHMAAN MOSQUE 15 Rystonrd, hanover Park Phone 021 6919541 128 Lansportrd
ST. GEORGE CATHEDRAL
5 wale street Cathedral Offices 021 424 7360 Cathedral Facsimile 021 424 9772 After hours and emergencies 021 424 0471 David Orr, Director of music 021 424 7360 Staff email info@sgcathedral.co.za Website www.stgeorgescathedral.com
SYNAGOGUES
SEPHARDI
65 Regent Road Sea Point Tel:+27 21 439 1962 Fax:+27 21 439 9620 Email:info@sephardi.co.za
GARDEN SHUL
CATHOLIC
88, hatfield st. gardens. Tel: 27 21 465-1405 http://www.gardensshul.org/
ANGLICAN
ARTHUR'S ROAD ORTHODOX HEBREW CONGREGATION
The Catholic Cathedral is opposite Parliament, on the corner of Roeland, St John’s and Plein streets. St George’s Anglican Cathedral is famous for its former presiding bishop, Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. A 1905 Herbert Baker Gothic building, it is located on Wale Street opposite St George’s Mall at the entrance to Government Avenue. Call +27 (0)21 424 7360
DUTCH REFORMED
The Groote Kerk holds services in Afrikaans, but even if you don’t follow the service, the organ music is superb. Find it on the junction of Adderley, Spin and Bureau streets, opposite the Slave Lodge.
METHODIST
The Central Methodist Mission on the corner of Longmarket and Burg streets, Greenmarket Square, is a typical inner-city church with members from all racial and economic backgrounds.
CALVINIST
St James Church, 114 Third Avenue, Kenilworth.
BAPTIST
Meadowridge Baptist Church is easily accessible from the M3 highway by taking the Ladies’ Mile off-ramp.
CHARISMATIC
Vineyard Church, 16 Salisbury Road, Kenilworth, Cape Town.
PENTECOSTAL
His People, Cape Town, is a city-wide church with six congregations: Baxter, City Bowl, Kuilsriver, N1 City, Tokai and West Coast.
TOWNSHIP CHURCH
St Peters, Harare, Khayelitsha.
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BELLVILLE HEBREW CONGREGATION C/O P O Box 41, Bellville, 7535 021 939 2169
CAMPS BAY HEBREW CONGREGATION
P O Box 32004, Camps Bay, 8040 021 438 8082 admin@campsbayshul.co.za
CAPE TOWN HEBREW CONGREGATION Rabbi Osher Feldman 021 465 1405 cthc@gardensshul.co.za
CHABAD HOUSE
P O Box 27133, Rhine Road, 8050 021 434 3740 chabad@chabad.co.za
CLAREMONT WYNBERG HEBREW CONGREGATION P O Box 23035, Claremont, 7735 021 671 9006 /7/8 021 683 3011 info@clarewynshul.co.za
CONSTANTIA HEBREW CONGREGATION
P O Box 230, Plumstead, 7801 021 713 1818 021 715 3110 constantiashul@herzlia.com www.shul.org.za
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VACATION SPORT HORSE RIDING: Imhoff Equestrian Centre is situated on Imhoff Farm on the M65 close to the picturesque village on Kommetjie. We offer guided two hour beach rides on the beautiful Noordhoek Beach along the waters edge towards Chapmans Peak and back. We offer three rides daily between 9.00 am and 8.00 pm depending on the season. Tel: 082 7741191
DIVING: Cage: 75 Loop St, Cape Town Mon - Fri 08:30 - 20:00 Sat: 9:00 - 13:00 021 422 4198
INSHORE FISHING: Inshore fishing is a great way to catch fish and, as the name suggests, involves fishing close to the shore. This type of fishing is quite popular in Cape Town and with Cape Sea Safaris, you will enjoy a world class experience. Deep Sea Fishing can be enjoyed all year round in Cape Town with Yellowfin tuna usually arriving in large numbers between March and June and again from October to December. These fish can weigh between 50 and 120kg and are found in the deep waters so tuna fishing usually takes a full day. Other species include Longfin tuna, Yellow Tail, Cape Salmon, Swordfish, the odd Marlin and the occasional dorado. To Book Call Cape Sea Safari’s 086 126 6524
WAVE SURFING You can watch this unique surfing event from land on Sentinel Ridge or take a 15-minute boat ride from Hout Bay harbour and experience the awesome power of the ocean firsthand, there are a number of charter companies that operate boat trips all day to Dungeons on the day of the event.
NOORDHOEK: Huge boulders, rounded by wind and water, frame a little sandy bay called “The Hook”. This is a place for surfers. The waves arrive in short sequence and are often several metres high.
HIKING The CapeNature Hiking Trails range from easy strolls to challenging climbs with panoramic views of mountain ranges and seacoasts.Read more in our detailed guide to hiker safety on our reserves. CapeNature House Belmont Office Park Belmont Road Rondebosch (021) 659 3400
ABSEILING Abseiling off Table Mountain(world’s highest commercial abseil) is an experience of adrenaline and
achievement not to be missed. The world famous Table Mountain soars above Cape Town at 1000 metres above sea level. 1 Vredenburg Lane, off Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre.We are in the Abseil Africa Shop which is above Long Street Liquors Office hours from 9am – 4pm Monday to Friday: After hours, weekends and public holidays: Telephone: +27 (0)21 4220868
STELLENBOSCH WINE LANDS HORSE RIDING Let our guides take you on a horse trail ride from this Stellenbosch Wine Lands livery yard over the wooden bridge, out on to Spier Estate on horseback, through the beautiful vineyards, around the dams, along the shaded river bank trail and back through the Eerste River and to the horse stable yard. 021 881 3683 R310 / Lynedoch Road Stellenbosch
ROCK CLIMBING CityRock is Cape Town’s centre for all things related to the sport of Rock Climbing. Their facility features A large top rope and lead climbing area with Introductory lessons taught numerous times every week. They also offer a large bouldering cave. 021 447 1326 Located in Observatory on the corner of Collingwood & Anson, just 5 minutes from UCT.
KILLARNEY Killarney is a classic motor race track in Cape Town - ideal for novices but also a stern challenge for those willing to pin back their ears. Address Killarney is situated just past the Caltex Refineries on Koeberg Road and behind Tableview. Contact Details 021 557 1639
KAYAKING One of the most unique places in the world - a penguin colony in suburban Cape Town! And the best way to see it is from the water. We leave from Simon’s Town Waterfront and paddle past the civilian and Naval Harbour and out to Boulder’s Beach. After visiting the penguins we stop on a lovely semi-private beach for refreshments, swimming and snorkelling (we provide the snorkels and bottled drinking water.) Our double kayaks are very stable and perfect for those with no paddling experience. By far our most popular trip. During the whale season from August to October there is a good chance of seeing whales as well. Read an article about seeing whales when paddling here. Occasionally we get really lucky and this is the result. Phone: 082 501 8930 Fax: 021 786 4208 Post: PO Box 223, Simon’s Town, 7995
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KWAZULU NATAL Kwazulu natal K
wazulu natal also referred to as ‘zulu Kingdom’ is a warm province offering white sandy beaches washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, subtropical climate , game parks, rolling green hills, numerous sugar cane plantations and vestiges of the great battles in South african history. Extensive savannah to the east and the grandiose Drakensberg mountain range to the west, make the Kwazulu natal the perfect holiday destination. Durban “the Place where the Earth and the Ocean Meet” is the capital of the Kwazulu natal and is a melting pot of african, European and Indian cultures. From the popular Gateway centre, to the Fleamarkets filled with African crafts and oriental bazaars fragrant with spice, Durban offers exciting shopping choices. Visit the Moses Mabhida stadium created for the FIFa world Cup in South africa which has become a landmark in this province. a golfer’s paradise, the Country Club Beach in Durban is the best golf course of the city and remains open throughout the year. the visitors coming here can enjoy other activities such as squash, bowling, billiard room, tennis or a dip in the swimming pool. learn about
South Africa’s Holiday Destination South Africa’s Holiday Destination the city’s rich historical heritage at the Da Gama Clock, given to the city by the Portuguese government. the memorial commemorates the explorer Vasco Da Gama’s initial discovery of Durban. the Botanical Gardens is regarded as one of the major tourist attractions of Durban. Infamous for the ‘orchid house’, collection of South african cycad species and the onhand experience with the original specimens of Encephalartos woodiithe rarest plant in the world. let your hair down at Coco’s in the umhlanga Sands Hotel for a guaranteed party or for a quieter evening have dinner at one of the quality restaurants in Ballito’s lifestyle Centre. the natal Sharks Board in umhlanga is the only organization of its kind in the world. It’s not only involved in preventing shark attacks with its extensive network of shark nets extending 320 kilometers along the coastline but also plays a huge role in research on sharks and works toward the conservation of sharks. You will gain fascinating insight about these often feared, cold blooded mammals.
uShaka Marine world is a mustsee and was opened to the general public on april 30th 2004. For the brave at heart immerse yourself in the world of sharks with the Shark cage experience or explore the sea life with its beautiful coral as you float above the surface at Snorkel lagoon. want to take a walk on the wild side? the Ocean walker allows you a slow walk much like an astronaut on the floor of the Open Ocean exhibit amongst the sand sharks, huge fish and rays. For a unique experience dine with the sharks at Cargo Hold Restaurant or sit back and enjoy the dolphin shows, seal shows or penguin presentations. Relax on the uShaka Beach, visit the aquarium or enjoy some retail therapy at the open air shops. It truly offers something for the whole family. Pietermaritzburg, which is located in the natal Midlands should be your next stop. near the town of Howick, several waterfalls can be found such as the Cascade Falls (25 meters), Shelter Falls (37 meters), Karkloof Falls (105 meters). wander towards the pastoral beauty of the Midlands Meander just north of Pietermaritzburg. this stunning 80 km stretch is full of amazing sights, sounds and activities. Enjoy this ‘arts and crafts route’ with 160 places to eat, drink, sleep, shop and explore the
mix of arts and crafts. For water sport enthusiasts enjoy windsurfing, sailing, boating and canoeing at Midmar Dam. Take the Battlefield tours to learn the tales behind every historical building, battle site and memorial. the Valley of 1000 Hills Route forms around the majestic valley created by the Mngeni River and its tributaries. the dramatic landscape and zulu culture are the main attractions. take a ride and view the stunning scenery with the 1000 Hills Choo Choo train, adventurous Microflight flips or with the leisurely boat cruises. an awe-inspiring range of mountains the Drakensberg is riddled with incredible waterfalls, rock pools, mountain streams, caves and crisp mountain air. there is a variety of accommodation to choose from including Champagne Castle and Cathedral Peak with activities that range from horse riding, canopy tours, white water rafting, abseiling, local arts and crafts or simply to relax. Gauteng tourism agency tel: +27 11 327 2000 Fax: +27 11 327 7000 e-mail: tourism@gauteng.net website: www.gauteng.net
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