Guidebook for Cape Town
Food Scene
A lovely little restaurant with a great history. Great for summer days as they have a spacious outdoor seating area but even better for cold winter days as they have an indoor fireplace. Popular with the locals - if you're doing the Constantia Wine Trail start your day with a breakfast at this spot!
62 locals recommend
Chardonnay Deli
A lovely little restaurant with a great history. Great for summer days as they have a spacious outdoor seating area but even better for cold winter days as they have an indoor fireplace. Popular with the locals - if you're doing the Constantia Wine Trail start your day with a breakfast at this spot!
A short walk from the apartment within the Block and Chisel furniture store. Good for breakfasts.
6 locals recommend
The Larder, Claremont
A short walk from the apartment within the Block and Chisel furniture store. Good for breakfasts.
MARTINS
43 Main RdA popular local bakery with delicious cakes and treats!
La Belle Bistro & Bakery
Victoria RoadUpscale restaurant located in the lovely Alphen Hotel
La Parada Constantia Nek
1 Main RdPopular tapas eatery!
A real treat at the Groot Constantia Wine Farm overlooking the vineyards.
33 locals recommend
Simon's Restaurant
Groot Constantia RoadA real treat at the Groot Constantia Wine Farm overlooking the vineyards.
Drinks & Nightlife
A short drive away (less than 10 minute) with pool tables, big screen TVs and a vibey atmosphere.
Gonzo's Pool Bar & Lounge
42 Main RdA short drive away (less than 10 minute) with pool tables, big screen TVs and a vibey atmosphere.
If you're keen to get a bit of dancing then head over to Stones in Claremont.
22 locals recommend
Stones
166A Long StIf you're keen to get a bit of dancing then head over to Stones in Claremont.
Tin Roof
Stegman RoadAnother popular local club.
O'kennedy's Pub & Grill
252 Main RdPopular with locals, pop in for a nice beer!
Entertainment & Activities
The Constantia Valley has some of the best wines in the region with stunning settings!
22 locals recommend
The Constantia Wine Tour
43 Tokai RdThe Constantia Valley has some of the best wines in the region with stunning settings!
A lovely vibey beachfront with restaurants, shops and a great beach! Explore the area, you'll be pleasantly surprised.
253 locals recommend
Muizenberg Beach Club
165 Main RdA lovely vibey beachfront with restaurants, shops and a great beach! Explore the area, you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Parks & Nature
One of the most popular gardens in Cape Town - beautiful setting with ample space for picnics and long walks.
1765 locals recommend
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes DriveOne of the most popular gardens in Cape Town - beautiful setting with ample space for picnics and long walks.
Alphen Trail
31 Alphen DrEasy 30 minute walk featuring a lovely river. A favourite of mine.
Another favourite hiking trail (easy) with lovely quiet spots for reflection and meditation.
De Hel Nature Area
M41Another favourite hiking trail (easy) with lovely quiet spots for reflection and meditation.
Sightseeing
Table Mountain Hike
5821 Tafelberg RoadOne of the wonders of the world, not to be missed.
Former president, global icon and inspiration Nelson Mandela was imprisoned here for decades. Definintely worth a visit.
395 locals recommend
Robben Island
Former president, global icon and inspiration Nelson Mandela was imprisoned here for decades. Definintely worth a visit.
Shopping
Has some nice restaurants (try Tasha's) but also some big food stores.
260 locals recommend
Constantia Village
Has some nice restaurants (try Tasha's) but also some big food stores.
Proper mall with an Apple Store, H&M etc. Also has a Ster Kinekor cinema.
387 locals recommend
Cavendish Square
1 Dreyer StProper mall with an Apple Store, H&M etc. Also has a Ster Kinekor cinema.
Essentials
You'll find a pharmacy, food store and some small restaurants here.
7 locals recommend
Meadowridge Shopping Center
13 Howard DrYou'll find a pharmacy, food store and some small restaurants here.