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Feel like a tourist but pay like a local, with the half-price sunset special during summer. Enjoy a drink or two on top, taking in the sweeping views of the city on a cool summer\u2019s evening. Don\u2019t forget to bring your camera and ID!<\/p>\n
When: 18:00 daily, November-February<\/p>\n
For the whole of November, you can grab a half-price cableway ticket Monday to Friday.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n You don\u2019t have to be a tourist to enjoy a day out exploring Cape Town\u2019s stunning attractions! Gather a group of friends or bring the family and spend the day sightseeing, while learning about the city\u2019s history along the way. The Hop-On Hop-Off bus is a great way to spend a birthday, or just have a fun day out. Choose between the Classic Red City or Blue Peninsula tours, Cape Point guided tour, winelands tour, township tours and Big 5 Safari tours. Buses depart from selected bus stops every 15-20 minutes.<\/p>\n When: First bus leaves the Waterfront @ 09:00, the last bus leaves Greenpoint @ 17:50 returning to the Waterfront<\/p>\n Getting a bit of a culture fix can be a great way to get to know the city. Cape Town is chock full of museums and art galleries, so you can easily spend a day hopping from one to another. Even if you\u2019re a Capetonian, you\u2019ll be surprised at how much history you don\u2019t know<\/em> about your city!<\/p>\n Some museums and landmarks worth checking out:<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need to be a kid to go stargazing and appreciate the beauty of other galaxies far, far away. From interactive lectures and mapping out the solar system to educational film festivals, pop in for an hour-long show before or after lunch and learn something new about our stellar universe. A day at the Planetarium is one of the best family activities in Cape Town.<\/p>\n 25 Queen Victoria Street | 021 481 3900<\/p>\n An iconic landmark in Cape Town\u2019s art scene, the Labia\u2019s laidback old-school charm makes it a great place to watch your favourite arthouse film or catch the latest blockbuster. The best part? You can enjoy an ice-cold beer, G-&-T slushy, or soft drink in the cinema. At just R60 a ticket, you can treat yourself to a movie and a bag of fresh popcorn for under R100!<\/p>\n Price: R60 a ticket. Look out for their dinner and movie specials<\/a> at selected restaurants around town.<\/p>\n 68 Orange Street, Gardens | 021 424 5927<\/p>\n A small town blooming with wildflowers, festivals, theatre, wine farms, museums, hiking trails and cosy lodges \u2013 Darling will have you falling in love with its nostalgic charm in no time. Barely an hour\u2019s drive from Cape Town, you\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re somewhere in the countryside as you walk through the town. Start your day with breakfast at one of the padstals<\/em> along the route, watch a slice of comical satire at Evita se Perron<\/strong>, and be sure to pop in at Darling Brew<\/strong> for a late lunch and beer tasting \u2013 you won\u2019t be disappointed!<\/p>\n Also read: Discover Epic West Coast Gems<\/a><\/p>\n A once flourishing seaside resort, it\u2019s hard to imagine Woodstock as anything other than an industrialised area that is undergoing massive gentrification and urban renewal. Bustling with creativity on every corner, Woodstock is home to niche art studios, trendy coffee shops, furniture workshops and design agencies aplenty. Yet, under all this lies a prevalent and vibrant history that is coming alive on its walls and buildings. Spend a morning perusing the shops along Victoria Road, and into the narrow and colourful streets.<\/p>\n Take a street art tour<\/a> with local tour guide, Juma, and learn about the history of the area behind these graffiti artworks. Tours are roughly 1.5 hours long and start at the Woodstock Exchange. Grab some brunch at the Old Biscuit Mill on weekends and pick up some quirky vintage d\u00e9cor along Albert Road. If you’re an arty family or just love the city’s history, this is one tour you shouldn’t miss.<\/p>\n While the beautiful Cape Winelands is our pride and glory, you don\u2019t have to venture too far to enjoy the classic flavours and scenery of Cape Town\u2019s best wine farms. The Constantia Valley is home to some formidable estates and you can easily spend an entire day visiting your favourites. Some of the nine farms along the Constantia route include Steenberg, Constantia Uitsig, Eagle\u2019s Nest, Buitenverwagting<\/strong> and Silvermist<\/strong>. Ziplining, horse riding and bike trails are just some of the family-friendly activities on offer. Stay for lunch and wine tasting, surrounded by enviable views of the city. Groot Constantia and Buitenverwagting have beautiful lawns for you to enjoy a delicious picnic while the kids play on the jungle gyms.<\/p>\n Wine tastings in the area range between R50 \u2013 R150 per person.<\/p>\n Also Read: 6 Undiscovered Wine Farms around Cape Town<\/a><\/p>\n The perfect brunch spot, a stone\u2019s throw from the Sea Point promenade! Pick up some hand-crafted jewellery, vintage clothing and home d\u00e9cor pieces as you wander between the buzzing food stalls. You\u2019ll find everything from fresh smoothies and ice cream to sushi, gourmet breakfast plates and home-baked treats. Grab a table to watch a football game or bring a board game to relax for a few hours.<\/p>\n Open: Monday-Sunday, 10:00-22:00<\/p>\n 30 Regent Rd, Sea Point | 087 940 7474<\/p>\n Calling all science buffs and curious minds \u2013 discover a world of interactive displays, science shows, theatre, hands-on experiments and workshops to keep your hands and mind busy at the CTSC. Saturdays are filled with robotics workshops, topical discussions, chess tournaments, and lessons geared around exam preparation for scholars.<\/p>\n 370B Main Road, Observatory| 021 300 3200<\/p>\n Yip, you read right. The Two Oceans Aquarium has just announced you get free entrance on your birthday! If you can\u2019t visit on your birthday, the offer is still valid for six days after. Simply bring your ID book or driver\u2019s licence and collect your free pass from the ticket office.<\/p>\n Scuba diving, kelp forests, penguin interactions, shark feedings and glow-in-the-dark jellyfish displays are just some of the amazing things you can experience at the aquarium. A day at the Aquarium is definitely one of the most popular family activities in Cape Town!<\/p>\n Open: Every day, 09:30-18:00<\/p>\n Dock Road, V&A Waterfront | 021 418 3823<\/p>\n Animals are the greatest companions we could ask for, and what better way to help them than volunteering to make their world a little better? There are lots of local animal shelters and charities that would greatly appreciate your time. Make a donation, bring some supplies, or spare a few hours of your time to walk them, groom them and help clean their rooms. You\u2019re guaranteed lots of licks, tail wags and kisses in return!<\/p>\n Check out some of these animal shelters in your area:<\/p>\n DARG:<\/strong> info@darg.org.za<\/a> | Main Rd, Hout Bay<\/p>\n Uitsig Animal Rescue Centre:<\/strong> hello.uitsig@gmail.com<\/a> | Thandanani Farm, just before the Duynefontein turnoff, Melkbosstrand<\/p>\n Sidewalk Specials:<\/strong> contact@sidewalkspecials.org<\/a>\u00a0 | Find them at the Granger Bay market on the 1st<\/sup> Saturday of each month<\/p>\n TEARS:<\/strong> volunteer@tears.org.za<\/a> | 4 Lekkerwater Road, Sunnydale, Noordhoek<\/p>\n Fallen Angels<\/strong>: info@fallenangels.org.za<\/a> | Just before the Duynefontein turnoff, Melkbosstrand<\/p>\n African Tails:<\/strong> manager@africantails.co.za<\/a> | 56 Koeberg Rd, Brooklyn<\/p>\n Lucky Lucy:<\/strong> volunteer@luckylucy.org<\/a> | N7, between Philadelphia and Malmesbury<\/p>\n Theatre is the rawest and most honest form of storytelling. Pry your little ones away from their screens and video games for the morning and watch their minds be transformed by the magical world of theatre. Using hand and rod puppets in a beautiful custom-made set, the shows are inspired by Grimm\u2019s fairy tales, each story carrying an uplifting message. Shows are recommended for age 4 years and up.<\/p>\n The venue is great for kiddie\u2019s parties, and the troupe also has a mobile puppet theatre for home events. <\/em><\/p>\n Where: Constantia Waldorf School, Spaanschemat River Road, Constantia | 021 783 2063<\/p>\n Practise your graceful (or wobbly) moves on the ice at the Ice Station at Grand West. The Olympic-size skating rink is open to all ages and abilities and is a hotspot for families over the holiday season. This is great fun in a group or even for a date night!<\/p>\n The rink hosts ice hockey championships and figure skating competitions throughout the year, and spectators are welcome to sit in and watch.<\/p>\n Grand West, 1 Vanguard Drive, Goodwood, | 021 535 2260<\/p>\n Bouncing around on trampolines is not just for kids. You can work up quite a sweat and have great fun challenging your friends to a game of dodgeball or slam dunk basketball. When you\u2019re not tumbling around the nets, you can enjoy some coffee, snacks and free Wi-Fi on the side. Great for birthday parties and some weekend fun!<\/p>\n Price: From R130 per hour. See their online pricing guide<\/a><\/p>\n 5th<\/sup> Floor, 109 on Main, Claremont | 087 094 0178, 021 683 3841, 021 671 1489<\/p>\n One of the best ways to get fit while you take in views of the city, SUP boarding is becoming a favourite summer pastime. There\u2019s no better way to start your day than a refreshing dip in our sparkling ocean \u2013 this is a great family activity in Cape Town.<\/p>\n SUP Cape Town<\/a> offers a 1-hour paddle along the Waterfront canals or spend 1.5 hours paddling in the open ocean.<\/p>\n Let Ocean Riders<\/a> take you out along the canals of Intaka Island, the CTICC and off Muizenberg and Clifton beaches.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a full-day SUP experience, the guys at High Five<\/a> can treat you to a sunrise paddle and brekkie or a sunset paddle and braai.<\/p>\n Swap your Sunday drive for a Sunday ride instead. If you\u2019re up for a little exercise, this is a fun thing to do in Cape Town. The city is full of exciting and scenic bike trails to explore. Here are nine of our top picks:<\/p>\n Note that park entry fees or trail fees may apply. <\/em><\/p>\n Looking for a space to bring the whole family, picnic, throw some frisbee and walk the dogs? Green Point Park is a recreational hub with lots to see and do. It features an amphitheatre, outdoor maze, exercise gym, wetlands garden, 25,000 indigenous plants, two child-friendly playparks, tea garden, nursery and loads of picnic areas. This is a great space to enjoy some fresh air and be active. If you\u2019re planning to host a kiddies party or large gathering, come early to secure a good spot.<\/p>\n Note that swimming, skateboarding, alcohol, loud music and braais are not permitted.<\/em><\/p>\n Open: 07:00-19:00 daily<\/p>\n 1 Fritz Sonnenberg Rd, Green Point | 021 417 0111<\/p>\n A short trot from Ou Kaapse Weg leads you to the sparkling freshwater Silvermine Reservoir where you\u2019re free to swim, hike, picnic and braai. Dogs are welcome, but owners must have a Level 1 My Activity permit. Gates open at 07:00 and close at 18:00 in summer.<\/p>\n Free to SANParks Wild Card & My Green Card holders<\/p>\n Silvermine Reserve, off Ou Kaapse Weg | 021 712 0527<\/p>\n Beta Beach is one of Cape Town\u2019s top beaches<\/a>, and with its perfect positioning and big boulders to laze on, it\u2019s easy to see why. It\u2019s seclusion away from the bustle of Camps Bay and Clifton beaches make it a more peaceful spot to catch a tan, read your book and enjoy a picnic with your crew. And the water\u2019s not far away for a refreshing dip. As the sun sets, watch everyone migrate to the big flat rocks to get the perfect view (and selfie)!<\/p>\n Summer is here and the roses are in full bloom! Spend the morning or afternoon filling a bucket with your favourite coloured roses and enjoy the beautiful views of the farm. You\u2019re also welcome to pick table grapes, lemons and chestnuts \u2013 delicious seasonal essentials! Their dog-friendly coffee shop serves up very reasonably-priced breakfasts, lunches and freshly-baked cakes. A perfect family outing!<\/p>\n Please bring your own bucket and secateurs if possible.<\/em><\/p>\n Open: Monday-Sunday, 09:00-16:30<\/p>\n Klaassens Road, Wynberg| 021 762 0067, 066 100 8924<\/p>\n If Cape Town is your back garden, make sure you take advantage of all these great activities. If not, book your cheap flights to Cape Town<\/a> and start exploring the Mother City!<\/p>\n Got any other budget-friendly ideas on family activities in Cape Town? Share them in the comments below.<\/p>\n You might also be interested in:<\/p>\n All information on this blog page was correct at the time of publishing and may change at any time without prior notice. Travelstart will not be held liable for loss or inconvenience resulting from the use of out-dated or incorrectly noted information.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n2. Hop aboard the Red Bus<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n3. Museum day<\/h2>\n
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4. Stargaze at the Planetarium<\/h2>\n
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5. Movie time at the Labia<\/h2>\n
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6. That\u2019s so Darling<\/h2>\n
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7. Walk through Woodstock<\/h2>\n
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8. Explore the Constantia Valley<\/h2>\n
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9. Mojo Market madness<\/h2>\n
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10. Cape Town Science Centre<\/h2>\n
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11. Birthday freebies at the Aquarium<\/h2>\n
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12. Make some furry friends<\/h2>\n
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13. Rainbow Puppet Theatre @ the Waldorf School<\/h2>\n
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14. Ice skating at Grand West<\/h2>\n
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15. Get a Rush!<\/h2>\n
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16. SUP Boarding<\/h2>\n
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17. Hit the mountain bike trails<\/h2>\n
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18. Green Point Park<\/h2>\n
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19. Swim at Silvermine<\/h2>\n
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20. Have a picnic on Beta Beach<\/h2>\n
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21. Pick roses at Chart Farm<\/h2>\n
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