Gary’s guidebook
Food scene
Some of the best views of Cape Town and False Bay, complimented with mouthwatering food and fantastic wines. Highly recommended to all guests. Suggest you make a booking.
48 locals recommend
Idiom Restaurant & Idiom Wine Tasting Centre
Some of the best views of Cape Town and False Bay, complimented with mouthwatering food and fantastic wines. Highly recommended to all guests. Suggest you make a booking.
A brand new restaurant on the famous and scenic Clarence Drive, just outside Gordons Bay on your way to Rooiels, Cool Bay, Pringle Bay.....this is a must for all visitors. Awesome foods and atmosphere for the entire family. Suggest you try to make a booking during week ends and holidays.
7 locals recommend
The Grille Shack
A brand new restaurant on the famous and scenic Clarence Drive, just outside Gordons Bay on your way to Rooiels, Cool Bay, Pringle Bay.....this is a must for all visitors. Awesome foods and atmosphere for the entire family. Suggest you try to make a booking during week ends and holidays.
Country Market
Exquisite architecture, large variety of foods, arts and wines and entertainment for the entire family. Consider taking the steam train from Cape Town over the pass to the market. Booking for the steam train ahead of time is essential.
60 locals recommend
Elgin Railway Market
Oak AvenueExquisite architecture, large variety of foods, arts and wines and entertainment for the entire family. Consider taking the steam train from Cape Town over the pass to the market. Booking for the steam train ahead of time is essential.
One of Cape Towns favourite markets. Awesome family vibe, with some of the best selection of cuisine, craft beer, live music and arts and crafts. Usually on a Friday night and on Sundays.
69 locals recommend
Lourensford Market
Lourensford RoadOne of Cape Towns favourite markets. Awesome family vibe, with some of the best selection of cuisine, craft beer, live music and arts and crafts. Usually on a Friday night and on Sundays.
One of Cape Towns most visited attractions and family entertainment venues. Only open on Saturdays and Sundays. Adjacent to the world famous Mooiberge Strawberry farm and farmstall.
101 locals recommend
Root 44
Annandale RoadOne of Cape Towns most visited attractions and family entertainment venues. Only open on Saturdays and Sundays. Adjacent to the world famous Mooiberge Strawberry farm and farmstall.
Beach & Sea
Gordons Bays own Blue Flag beach and local favourite. Parking is limited so get there early, or park at the old harbour and walk the short distance.
30 locals recommend
Bikini Beach
Gordons Bays own Blue Flag beach and local favourite. Parking is limited so get there early, or park at the old harbour and walk the short distance.
Harbour and Waterfront
Harbour Island offers many great restaurants and the more modern local harbour, with access to the beach, boat charters and great live music.
Harbour Island Marina
ERF2967 Faure Marine DrHarbour Island offers many great restaurants and the more modern local harbour, with access to the beach, boat charters and great live music.
Waterpark
Great waterpark with supertubes and waterpark fun for the whole family on strand beach. Also adventure Golf.
36 locals recommend
Waterworld Strand
Beach RoadGreat waterpark with supertubes and waterpark fun for the whole family on strand beach. Also adventure Golf.
Sightseeing
A must visit spot for sunsets and some amazing views of the Helderberg. Take a drive, hike or cycle up this scenic winding road.
7 locals recommend
Steenbras Dam Viewpoint
A must visit spot for sunsets and some amazing views of the Helderberg. Take a drive, hike or cycle up this scenic winding road.
Wine Estate
The iconic wine estate is a must see venue. Booking essential. Great for lunch and wine tasting. Note there is an entry fee payable in cash.
234 locals recommend
Vergelegen Wine Estate
Lourensford RoadThe iconic wine estate is a must see venue. Booking essential. Great for lunch and wine tasting. Note there is an entry fee payable in cash.