Guidebook for Cape Town
Food Scene
This is the best spot for sourdough bread and fresh almond croissants. Great spot for a meal but even better if you are looking for a quick snack or coffee while watching the surf or ending a morning walk.
81 locals recommend
Knead Bakery
82 Beach RdThis is the best spot for sourdough bread and fresh almond croissants. Great spot for a meal but even better if you are looking for a quick snack or coffee while watching the surf or ending a morning walk.
You won’t get a better spot for an afternoon view of the surfers with a drink in hand. The eclectic interiors create a rich and funky atmosphere. This place gets really busy at lunch time so you may have to book or pop in during the late afternoon for a drink and window seat. They also run “Easy tiger” which does takeaway burgers a few shops down.
236 locals recommend
Live Bait Muizenberg
Sidmouth RoadYou won’t get a better spot for an afternoon view of the surfers with a drink in hand. The eclectic interiors create a rich and funky atmosphere. This place gets really busy at lunch time so you may have to book or pop in during the late afternoon for a drink and window seat. They also run “Easy tiger” which does takeaway burgers a few shops down.
A walk to Kalk Bay is not complete without stopping at The Brass Bell for a pizza or seafood. This restaurant is perched between the railwayline and the seashore so you can experience the waves crashing into the tidal pool while sipping on a cold beer. It gets very busy in tourist season so you may need to book in advance.
239 locals recommend
The Brass Bell Restaurants and Pubs
Main RoadA walk to Kalk Bay is not complete without stopping at The Brass Bell for a pizza or seafood. This restaurant is perched between the railwayline and the seashore so you can experience the waves crashing into the tidal pool while sipping on a cold beer. It gets very busy in tourist season so you may need to book in advance.
Fish Hoek beach is a lovely beach for children as the waves are calmer and it is often less windy than Muizenberg. The Bayside On Fish Hoek Beach restaurant is good for soft serve ice-cream or a casual breakfast or toasted sandwich.
Bayside On Fish Hoek Beach
Fish Hoek beach is a lovely beach for children as the waves are calmer and it is often less windy than Muizenberg. The Bayside On Fish Hoek Beach restaurant is good for soft serve ice-cream or a casual breakfast or toasted sandwich.
If you are in the mood to spoil yourself with delicious food in an inspirational setting then head of to Bistro Sixteen82 in Steenberg. Be sure to book as they are very busy most of the time.
111 locals recommend
Bistro Sixteen82
Steenberg RoadIf you are in the mood to spoil yourself with delicious food in an inspirational setting then head of to Bistro Sixteen82 in Steenberg. Be sure to book as they are very busy most of the time.
Casa Labia is the former Muizenberg residence of Count and Countess Natale Labia. This Victorian building has been beautifully restored to reflect the splendour and grandeur of this marvellous Italian home. A leisurely lunch with chilled wine and a view over False Bay is a fabulous treat. Look out for one of the concerts, which range from classical to Jazz.
42 locals recommend
Casa Labia Café
192 Main RdCasa Labia is the former Muizenberg residence of Count and Countess Natale Labia. This Victorian building has been beautifully restored to reflect the splendour and grandeur of this marvellous Italian home. A leisurely lunch with chilled wine and a view over False Bay is a fabulous treat. Look out for one of the concerts, which range from classical to Jazz.
Shopping
What a treat to have an organic butchery open up in Muizenberg. Great spot to pop in during an afternoon stroll of the village and pick up some quality meat, organic eggs, Lebanese dips and other treats ... right on your doorstep.
Edsons Butchery
36 Palmer RdWhat a treat to have an organic butchery open up in Muizenberg. Great spot to pop in during an afternoon stroll of the village and pick up some quality meat, organic eggs, Lebanese dips and other treats ... right on your doorstep.
Essentials
Looking for something healthy? Then the organic zone has everything you need from fresh breads, vegetables, organic products of every kind to suit every taste and allergy.
22 locals recommend
Organic Zone Fruit and Veg
Putter RoadLooking for something healthy? Then the organic zone has everything you need from fresh breads, vegetables, organic products of every kind to suit every taste and allergy.
Checkers is in walking distance from the apartment and has everything you need to stock up on.
66 locals recommend
Checkers Muizenberg
Atlantic RoadCheckers is in walking distance from the apartment and has everything you need to stock up on.
Entertainment & Activities
This is the kids favourite holiday activity, especially when all the cousins come along. It opens at 10. Choose a day that is not too windy as it can be chilly to have the cold wind blowing on the wet bodies.
26 locals recommend
Muizenberg Water Slides
20a Beach RdThis is the kids favourite holiday activity, especially when all the cousins come along. It opens at 10. Choose a day that is not too windy as it can be chilly to have the cold wind blowing on the wet bodies.
Keen to join the fun and try out your surfing skills? Then pop into Lifestyle surf shop for lesson, which includes your surfboard, wetsuit and personal instructor. There are many other surf schools along the beachfront which I am sure are also great but Lifestyle is our favourite.
15 locals recommend
Lifestyle Surf Shop
21 York RdKeen to join the fun and try out your surfing skills? Then pop into Lifestyle surf shop for lesson, which includes your surfboard, wetsuit and personal instructor. There are many other surf schools along the beachfront which I am sure are also great but Lifestyle is our favourite.
Kalk Bay is a must! it is a quaint and quirky harbour and suburb with loads of shops, restaurants, antique shops, galleries, etc. We like to walk from Muizenberg (but you can also drive or take the train). If you decide to walk, there is a beautiful walkway that takes you along the shoreline from Muizenberg to St James. The walkway can be found to the west of Surfer’s Corner (just beneath the Muizenberg train station). You can head through the subway at St James to the main road, and walk the last section to Kalk Bay along the road.
485 locals recommend
Kalk Bay
Kalk Bay is a must! it is a quaint and quirky harbour and suburb with loads of shops, restaurants, antique shops, galleries, etc. We like to walk from Muizenberg (but you can also drive or take the train). If you decide to walk, there is a beautiful walkway that takes you along the shoreline from Muizenberg to St James. The walkway can be found to the west of Surfer’s Corner (just beneath the Muizenberg train station). You can head through the subway at St James to the main road, and walk the last section to Kalk Bay along the road.
An early morning walk on the beach is the best way to start the day. Muizenberg has a fine long beach and you can walk for kilometres if you so wish. You can also enjoy the sunrise over False Bay if you are up early enough. The row of colourful changing rooms on Muizenberg beach offer a great photo opportunity. There are also lifeguards her during the day if you are looking for a supervised place for the children to swim.
253 locals recommend
Muizenberg Beach Club
165 Main RdAn early morning walk on the beach is the best way to start the day. Muizenberg has a fine long beach and you can walk for kilometres if you so wish. You can also enjoy the sunrise over False Bay if you are up early enough. The row of colourful changing rooms on Muizenberg beach offer a great photo opportunity. There are also lifeguards her during the day if you are looking for a supervised place for the children to swim.
If you are looking for entertainment for the children on a rainy or windy day, then take them over to the Planet Kids play centre. They will have non-stop fun on the jumping castles, ramps, slides, swings, games, etc. You can also leave the children in this safe and well supervised environment for a well deserved break.
Planet Kids
If you are looking for entertainment for the children on a rainy or windy day, then take them over to the Planet Kids play centre. They will have non-stop fun on the jumping castles, ramps, slides, swings, games, etc. You can also leave the children in this safe and well supervised environment for a well deserved break.
Arts & Culture
Perhaps this is more of a thrill for South Africans than foreigners as we don't often get the opportunity to see contemporary art in an awesome structure. Be sure to grab a coffee on the top floor and enjoy the views of the mountain. The queues were long when we arrived so we booked tickets online and were allowed immediate entry.
482 locals recommend
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
South Arm RoadPerhaps this is more of a thrill for South Africans than foreigners as we don't often get the opportunity to see contemporary art in an awesome structure. Be sure to grab a coffee on the top floor and enjoy the views of the mountain. The queues were long when we arrived so we booked tickets online and were allowed immediate entry.
Looking to invest in some great contemporary South African art? or just want some quality South African gifts? The Kalk Bay Modern is one of our favourite spots for inspiration.
29 locals recommend
Kalk Bay Modern
136 Main RdLooking to invest in some great contemporary South African art? or just want some quality South African gifts? The Kalk Bay Modern is one of our favourite spots for inspiration.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great spot for craft beer and live music. We have only popped in for sundowners so we cannot comment on the late night entertainment ... but I am sure it wont disappoint.
58 locals recommend
The Striped Horse
12 York RdGreat spot for craft beer and live music. We have only popped in for sundowners so we cannot comment on the late night entertainment ... but I am sure it wont disappoint.
Parks & Nature
We love to walk around the lake and go for a dip with the kids, especially when the beach is too windy. Pack a picnic and find a spot amongst the trees surrounding the lake. There are longer walks available and always breath-taking. If you have a wildcard then you can get in for free.
47 locals recommend
Silver Mine (Nature Reserve)
We love to walk around the lake and go for a dip with the kids, especially when the beach is too windy. Pack a picnic and find a spot amongst the trees surrounding the lake. There are longer walks available and always breath-taking. If you have a wildcard then you can get in for free.
The Cape Point Nature Reserve is spectacular for both drives and walks. Entrance fee is expensive but you can get in for free with a wild card. Check out the website for more info capepoint.co.za
160 locals recommend
Cape Point
The Cape Point Nature Reserve is spectacular for both drives and walks. Entrance fee is expensive but you can get in for free with a wild card. Check out the website for more info capepoint.co.za
A walk or cycle in the Tokai Forest is lovely any time.
12 locals recommend
Tokai Park Braai And Picnic Area
Tokai RoadA walk or cycle in the Tokai Forest is lovely any time.
To me, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. It takes my breath away each time I visit. Not sure if it is the gorgeous mountain backdrop or the lush fynbos and indigenous planting, but every flowerbed, every path, every view is breathtakingly beautiful. There are also a few restaurants in the gardens to choose from. Look out for an evening concert for extra entertainment.
1765 locals recommend
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden
Rhodes DriveTo me, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. It takes my breath away each time I visit. Not sure if it is the gorgeous mountain backdrop or the lush fynbos and indigenous planting, but every flowerbed, every path, every view is breathtakingly beautiful. There are also a few restaurants in the gardens to choose from. Look out for an evening concert for extra entertainment.