Guidebook for Cape Town

Ellerman
Guidebook for Cape Town

Arts & Culture

Indulge in your wildest fantasies in a venue reminiscent of Paris’ Buddha Bar and new York’s The Box. While diners feast from the French brasserie menu, artists will offer themed entertainment.
11 Mechau St
11 Mechau Street
Indulge in your wildest fantasies in a venue reminiscent of Paris’ Buddha Bar and new York’s The Box. While diners feast from the French brasserie menu, artists will offer themed entertainment.
The theatre offers intimate and polished entertainment, with quality lighting, sound and a comfortable environment. On Broadway is not restricted to specific genres.
44 Long St
44 Long Street
The theatre offers intimate and polished entertainment, with quality lighting, sound and a comfortable environment. On Broadway is not restricted to specific genres.
Artscape’s main aim is to promote performing arts, but is has expanded to include audience development education, writing programmes, a resource centre, youth music competitions.
D.F. Malan Street
D.F. Malan Street
Artscape’s main aim is to promote performing arts, but is has expanded to include audience development education, writing programmes, a resource centre, youth music competitions.
Named after South Africa’s inspirational playwright Athol Fugard, The Fugard is home to the internationally acclaimed Isango Portobello Theatre Company
Caledon Street
Caledon Street
Named after South Africa’s inspirational playwright Athol Fugard, The Fugard is home to the internationally acclaimed Isango Portobello Theatre Company
Peter Toerien’s theatre offers a mixture of local and international drama, musicals, comedy, cabaret, music and dance.
1A Link Rd
1A Link Street
Peter Toerien’s theatre offers a mixture of local and international drama, musicals, comedy, cabaret, music and dance.
This famous gallery displays a collection of South African, Africa, British, French, Dutch and Flemish art. The collection changes regularly.
Government Road
Government Road
This famous gallery displays a collection of South African, Africa, British, French, Dutch and Flemish art. The collection changes regularly.
Situated in the heart of Cape Town, the art in this gallery explores the love of the African continent.
41 locals raden deze aan
The Cape Gallery
60 Church St
41 locals raden deze aan
Situated in the heart of Cape Town, the art in this gallery explores the love of the African continent.
The Worldart gallery specialises in managing artists and their art, leaving artists free to exercise their creativity.
9 locals raden deze aan
Worldart Gallery
54 Church St
9 locals raden deze aan
The Worldart gallery specialises in managing artists and their art, leaving artists free to exercise their creativity.
The Association for Visual Arts (AVA), in partnership with Spier, is one of Cape Town’s oldest nonprofit galleries promoting visual art and artists. Exhibitions change every 4 weeks.
35 Church St
35 Church Street
The Association for Visual Arts (AVA), in partnership with Spier, is one of Cape Town’s oldest nonprofit galleries promoting visual art and artists. Exhibitions change every 4 weeks.
The gallery was opened to promote contemporary comic art and exhibit a select group of painters, sculptors and conceptual artists. It has also launched Collect Photography focusing on local talents.
63 Shortmarket St
63 Shortmarket Street
The gallery was opened to promote contemporary comic art and exhibit a select group of painters, sculptors and conceptual artists. It has also launched Collect Photography focusing on local talents.
The iArt Gallery is one of the leading contemporary South African art galleries and was established to create an institution that serve as both a visual and cultural indicator for collectors.
Iart
The iArt Gallery is one of the leading contemporary South African art galleries and was established to create an institution that serve as both a visual and cultural indicator for collectors.
Established in 1998, this gallery is dedicated to the promotion of contemporary visual artists. The exhibitions showcase some of the best South African visual artists
80 Hout St
80 Hout Street
Established in 1998, this gallery is dedicated to the promotion of contemporary visual artists. The exhibitions showcase some of the best South African visual artists
G2 Art represents the very best of contemporary artists, with an exciting range of contemporary, local art. A range of popular old Cape Town prints, photographs and frames are available to order
61 Shortmarket Street
61 Shortmarket Street
G2 Art represents the very best of contemporary artists, with an exciting range of contemporary, local art. A range of popular old Cape Town prints, photographs and frames are available to order
The interior of this gallery is designed to maximise the exposure of fine contemporary paintings and sculpture, and takes particular pride in discovering and sustaining a growing stable of artists
3 Portswood Rd, Green Point
3 Portswood Road
The interior of this gallery is designed to maximise the exposure of fine contemporary paintings and sculpture, and takes particular pride in discovering and sustaining a growing stable of artists
CarmelArt are exclusive distributors of Pieter van der Westhuizen etchings and stock a wide range of works by South African artists on a variety of mediums
27 Somerset Rd
27 Somerset Road
CarmelArt are exclusive distributors of Pieter van der Westhuizen etchings and stock a wide range of works by South African artists on a variety of mediums
The Lovell Gallery focuses on helping art lovers become art collectors. Specialising in fresh and quality fine art by new artists, this gallery makes contemporary fine art available to collectors
139 Albert Rd
139 Albert Road
The Lovell Gallery focuses on helping art lovers become art collectors. Specialising in fresh and quality fine art by new artists, this gallery makes contemporary fine art available to collectors
Featuring fine art by leading South African artists, the 34FineArt gallery showcases an ever-changing parade of local works in various media.
160 Sir Lowry Rd, Foreshore
Featuring fine art by leading South African artists, the 34FineArt gallery showcases an ever-changing parade of local works in various media.
This independent, artist-run exhibition space showcases new developments in contemporary South African art and is not afraid of being experimental
115 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock
115 Sir Lowry Road
This independent, artist-run exhibition space showcases new developments in contemporary South African art and is not afraid of being experimental
The Goodman Gallery encourages and promotes contemporary South African art, focusing on artists from South Africa, the greater African continent and other countries that engage with African context.
176 Sir Lowry Rd
176 Sir Lowry Road
The Goodman Gallery encourages and promotes contemporary South African art, focusing on artists from South Africa, the greater African continent and other countries that engage with African context.
This fast rising, young gallery has become a destination for curators and collectors to experience innovative work.
208 Albert Rd
208 Albert Road
This fast rising, young gallery has become a destination for curators and collectors to experience innovative work.
Greatmore Studios bring people from diverse cultural backgrounds together in a working environment. The residence program encourages new ideas, creativity and productivity.
49 Greatmore St
49 Greatmore Street
Greatmore Studios bring people from diverse cultural backgrounds together in a working environment. The residence program encourages new ideas, creativity and productivity.

Sightseeing

The farm specialises in Shiraz, Merlot and Viognier after extensive research was done to better understand the terroir and climate of the area.
114 locals raden deze aan
Eagles' Nest Wines
Constantia Main Road
114 locals raden deze aan
The farm specialises in Shiraz, Merlot and Viognier after extensive research was done to better understand the terroir and climate of the area.
Cradled between the slopes of Constantiaberg and False Bay, Constantia Glen is 60 hectares of magnificent views of the ocean. Wine and cheese tastings can be enjoyed whiletaking in the view
215 locals raden deze aan
Constantia
Constantia Main Road
215 locals raden deze aan
Cradled between the slopes of Constantiaberg and False Bay, Constantia Glen is 60 hectares of magnificent views of the ocean. Wine and cheese tastings can be enjoyed whiletaking in the view
A beautiful farm on the east facing slopes of Constantiaberg and barely 12 km from False Bay. The farm originaly formed part of the Constantia Estate which was foundedby Simon van der Stel.
121 locals raden deze aan
Buitenverwachting
Klein Constantia Road
121 locals raden deze aan
A beautiful farm on the east facing slopes of Constantiaberg and barely 12 km from False Bay. The farm originaly formed part of the Constantia Estate which was foundedby Simon van der Stel.
Dating back to 1685, Klein Constantia has been described as one of the world’s most beautiful wine farms. The farm produces one of the world’s best natural sweet wine, Vin de Constance.
54 locals raden deze aan
Klein Constantia Estate
Klein Constantia Road
54 locals raden deze aan
Dating back to 1685, Klein Constantia has been described as one of the world’s most beautiful wine farms. The farm produces one of the world’s best natural sweet wine, Vin de Constance.
The oldest registered farm in the Cape, Steenberg Vineyards produces a range of much-loved wines through a process of environmentally considerate and dedicated winemaking.
9 locals raden deze aan
Steenberg
9 locals raden deze aan
The oldest registered farm in the Cape, Steenberg Vineyards produces a range of much-loved wines through a process of environmentally considerate and dedicated winemaking.
The farm is situated on the north-facing slope of Constantia Nek, an elevated position overlooking False Bay to the east, where vineyards are exposed to the cool ocean-chilled winds.
186 locals raden deze aan
Beau Constantia
1043 Constantia Main Rd
186 locals raden deze aan
The farm is situated on the north-facing slope of Constantia Nek, an elevated position overlooking False Bay to the east, where vineyards are exposed to the cool ocean-chilled winds.
Since 1694 Rust en Vrede has stood peacefully among the vineyards of Stellenbosch. The Engelbrecht family has specialised in producing only red wine.
68 locals raden deze aan
Rust en Vrede Wine Estate
Annandale Road
68 locals raden deze aan
Since 1694 Rust en Vrede has stood peacefully among the vineyards of Stellenbosch. The Engelbrecht family has specialised in producing only red wine.
Nestled in the Helderberg Mountains, Waterford is an inspiring and extraordinary place to visit. Two unique experiences are found here - the Wine Safari and the Wine and Chocolate tasting.
40 locals raden deze aan
Waterford Wine Estate
Upper Blaauwklippen Road
40 locals raden deze aan
Nestled in the Helderberg Mountains, Waterford is an inspiring and extraordinary place to visit. Two unique experiences are found here - the Wine Safari and the Wine and Chocolate tasting.
Enjoy award winning wines and dramatic views over Stellenbosch and False Bay. Tokara is the embodiment of GT Ferreira's philosophy that good wine, food and art go together to make a good life
46 locals raden deze aan
Tokara Restaurant
R 310 Helshoogte Road
46 locals raden deze aan
Enjoy award winning wines and dramatic views over Stellenbosch and False Bay. Tokara is the embodiment of GT Ferreira's philosophy that good wine, food and art go together to make a good life
Delaire Graff Estate wines rank among the most prestigious in the Southern Hemisphere. The unique terroir, on the crest of the panoramic Helshoogte Mountain Pass makes the farm truly special.
122 locals raden deze aan
Delaire Graff Estate
Helshoogte Road
122 locals raden deze aan
Delaire Graff Estate wines rank among the most prestigious in the Southern Hemisphere. The unique terroir, on the crest of the panoramic Helshoogte Mountain Pass makes the farm truly special.
Experience wines within a breath-taking setting. Perfectly surrounded by mountains and vineyards,and with commanding views over the quaint town of Stellenbosch.
23 locals raden deze aan
Ernie Els Wines
Annandale Rd
23 locals raden deze aan
Experience wines within a breath-taking setting. Perfectly surrounded by mountains and vineyards,and with commanding views over the quaint town of Stellenbosch.
At Vriesenhof, the art of winemaking is a fascinating journey that begins in the vineyards and ends with the enjoyment that accompanies a raised glass.
Vriesenhof Vineyards
Paradyskloof Road
At Vriesenhof, the art of winemaking is a fascinating journey that begins in the vineyards and ends with the enjoyment that accompanies a raised glass.
With its picturesque setting, traditional cuisine and historic charm, La Motte is an enchanting destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
41 locals raden deze aan
La Motte Wine Farm & Restaurant
R45
41 locals raden deze aan
With its picturesque setting, traditional cuisine and historic charm, La Motte is an enchanting destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
L'Ormarins is the main estate in a group farms and is situated in the Franschhoek area. The farm has a combination of both low-lying land as well as moderate to steep slopes.
13 locals raden deze aan
L'Ormarins Wine Estate
13 locals raden deze aan
L'Ormarins is the main estate in a group farms and is situated in the Franschhoek area. The farm has a combination of both low-lying land as well as moderate to steep slopes.
Cradled by the Franschhoek Mountains and deeply rooted in history, Haute Cabrièreis one of Franschhoek’s most exquisite food and wine destinations
44 locals raden deze aan
Haute Cabrière Restaurant & Terrace
Lambrechts Road
44 locals raden deze aan
Cradled by the Franschhoek Mountains and deeply rooted in history, Haute Cabrièreis one of Franschhoek’s most exquisite food and wine destinations
Located in the magnificent Franschhoek valley, Grande Provence only use classic cultivars of the highest quality. Guests are invited to blend their own wine, guided by a wine ambassador.
17 locals raden deze aan
Grand Provence Estate
Main Road
17 locals raden deze aan
Located in the magnificent Franschhoek valley, Grande Provence only use classic cultivars of the highest quality. Guests are invited to blend their own wine, guided by a wine ambassador.
At the foot of the spectacular Simonsberg mountain in the Franschhoek Valley lies the historic French Huguenot farm Fredericksburg, established in 1690 and now home to Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons.
9 locals raden deze aan
Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons Tasting Centre
Klapmuts - Simondium Road
9 locals raden deze aan
At the foot of the spectacular Simonsberg mountain in the Franschhoek Valley lies the historic French Huguenot farm Fredericksburg, established in 1690 and now home to Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons.

Shopping

For vintage and rare evening and day dresses from the 1960s and 1970s look no further than Sharifa Mohamed’s So You.
303 Long St
303 Long Street
For vintage and rare evening and day dresses from the 1960s and 1970s look no further than Sharifa Mohamed’s So You.
You’ll find party dresses, shoes, bags and brands like American Apparel and Buch & Deichmann.
110 Long St
110 Long Street
You’ll find party dresses, shoes, bags and brands like American Apparel and Buch & Deichmann.
Black, high waisted tuxedo pants by Chanel is the only garment owner of Afraid of Mice, Bianca Brandi, wishes her mother had kept for her.
88 Long St
88 Long Street
Black, high waisted tuxedo pants by Chanel is the only garment owner of Afraid of Mice, Bianca Brandi, wishes her mother had kept for her.
The store features transitional wear, holiday wear, jewellery and a bespoke handmade shoe range in an accessible space with culture.
117 Long St
117 Long Street
The store features transitional wear, holiday wear, jewellery and a bespoke handmade shoe range in an accessible space with culture.
Feminine urban wear is synonomous with Cape TOwn’s beach and cocktail culture. Expect a wide range of tops, jeans and dresses from brands including Mooks, RVCA, Insights and their own swimwear range
207 Long St
207 Long Street
Feminine urban wear is synonomous with Cape TOwn’s beach and cocktail culture. Expect a wide range of tops, jeans and dresses from brands including Mooks, RVCA, Insights and their own swimwear range
Bringing a slice of edgy Harajuku style to Cape Town, Traffic serves unique and daring fashionistas with high fashion. Avoid the fashion police in a fitted and tailored blazer with padded shoulders
197 Long St
197 Long Street
Bringing a slice of edgy Harajuku style to Cape Town, Traffic serves unique and daring fashionistas with high fashion. Avoid the fashion police in a fitted and tailored blazer with padded shoulders
After Cape Town Fashion Week David West’s 1950s skirts, ginghams and candy floss colours are hot on the lips of the who’s who in the fashion industry
113 Long St
113 Long Street
After Cape Town Fashion Week David West’s 1950s skirts, ginghams and candy floss colours are hot on the lips of the who’s who in the fashion industry
Opened in 1008 by locals this cool, elegant store features designers Coppelia, Michelle Ludek and I Love Leroy.
108 Long St
108 Long Street
Opened in 1008 by locals this cool, elegant store features designers Coppelia, Michelle Ludek and I Love Leroy.
Sat in a charming Art Nouveau building in Merchants showcases exclusively African brands incl. Suzaan Heyns avant-garde wearable spring and summer collections that were a hot topic at CT Fashion week
34 Long St
34 Long Street
Sat in a charming Art Nouveau building in Merchants showcases exclusively African brands incl. Suzaan Heyns avant-garde wearable spring and summer collections that were a hot topic at CT Fashion week
Sitting Pretty was originally born in Thailand and opened his doors in Long Street in 2009. The vintage boutique was inspired by playfulness and beautiful people, places, music and things.
11 Long St
11 Long Street
Sitting Pretty was originally born in Thailand and opened his doors in Long Street in 2009. The vintage boutique was inspired by playfulness and beautiful people, places, music and things.

Food Scene

The menu draws inspiration from the magnificent surrounds and focuses on the freshest produce, simply prepared.
275 locals raden deze aan
Grand Africa Café & Beach
Granger Bay Boulevard
275 locals raden deze aan
The menu draws inspiration from the magnificent surrounds and focuses on the freshest produce, simply prepared.
The passionately-crafted menu reflects a synthesis of French and South African cuisines, with an exciting new Argentinian twist.
123 locals raden deze aan
Manna Epicure
4 Kloof St
123 locals raden deze aan
The passionately-crafted menu reflects a synthesis of French and South African cuisines, with an exciting new Argentinian twist.
An icon on the False Bay seaboard, Harbour House is the place for long lunches accompanied by good friends and cold bubbly.
270 locals raden deze aan
Harbour House Kalk Bay
Main Road
270 locals raden deze aan
An icon on the False Bay seaboard, Harbour House is the place for long lunches accompanied by good friends and cold bubbly.
Located in a charming Georgian house on Orange Street in Gardens, Society is informal, yet elegant. A place to relax with friends and soak up the warm vibes of the classic interior
115 locals raden deze aan
Societi Bistro
50 Orange St
115 locals raden deze aan
Located in a charming Georgian house on Orange Street in Gardens, Society is informal, yet elegant. A place to relax with friends and soak up the warm vibes of the classic interior
Seelan Restaurant and Bar has a relaxing atmosphere with the option of seaside dining on the pier of the V&A Waterfront. Trendy Italian cuisine witha touch of African and Indian inspired dishes.
Seelan Bistro & Bar
Seelan Restaurant and Bar has a relaxing atmosphere with the option of seaside dining on the pier of the V&A Waterfront. Trendy Italian cuisine witha touch of African and Indian inspired dishes.
Paranga restaurant’s cuisine is a unique mix of maturity and youthfulness, fresh locally sourced ingredients, creative pizzazz and culinary ingenuity.
76 locals raden deze aan
Paranga Restaurant
Victoria Road
76 locals raden deze aan
Paranga restaurant’s cuisine is a unique mix of maturity and youthfulness, fresh locally sourced ingredients, creative pizzazz and culinary ingenuity.
Serving up an excellent array of fresh seafood and sushi in a vibey, yet warm and relaxed environment.
117 locals raden deze aan
Codfather Seafood & Sushi
37 The Dr
117 locals raden deze aan
Serving up an excellent array of fresh seafood and sushi in a vibey, yet warm and relaxed environment.
Foodbarn Restaurand in Noordhoek serves natural and unpretentious food prepared by Chef Franck Dangereux. The delicious and decadent fine dining food is served in a relaxed environment.
132 locals raden deze aan
The Foodbarn Restaurant
Village Lane
132 locals raden deze aan
Foodbarn Restaurand in Noordhoek serves natural and unpretentious food prepared by Chef Franck Dangereux. The delicious and decadent fine dining food is served in a relaxed environment.
The extremely innovative menu at Savoy Cabbage alters daily according to what is fresh and in season
24 locals raden deze aan
Savoy Cabbage Restaurant
101 Hout Street
24 locals raden deze aan
The extremely innovative menu at Savoy Cabbage alters daily according to what is fresh and in season
Pesce Azzurro, meaning ‘Blue Fish’ in Italian is home to some of the best seafood dishes in the city and is highly recommended by locals and travellers.
51 locals raden deze aan
Pesce Azzurro Seafood Italian Bistro
51 locals raden deze aan
Pesce Azzurro, meaning ‘Blue Fish’ in Italian is home to some of the best seafood dishes in the city and is highly recommended by locals and travellers.
With a very exciting menu, Cheynes in Hout Bay is inspired by cuisine from South East Asia and Japan. The tapas menu is divided into sections such as sea, land, earth and happy endings.
102 locals raden deze aan
Cheyne's
Main Road
102 locals raden deze aan
With a very exciting menu, Cheynes in Hout Bay is inspired by cuisine from South East Asia and Japan. The tapas menu is divided into sections such as sea, land, earth and happy endings.
Famous for having some of the best dim sum in Cape Town, Beijing Opera is situated in the De Waterkant and is perfect for a quick lunch.
8 locals raden deze aan
Beijing Opera
48 Albert Road
8 locals raden deze aan
Famous for having some of the best dim sum in Cape Town, Beijing Opera is situated in the De Waterkant and is perfect for a quick lunch.
Every aspect of the diners’ experience, from food to decor, creates a restaurant very close to their hearts. It is the culmination of 20 years of food, laughter and excellent wine.
247 locals raden deze aan
Black Sheep Restaurant
104 Kloof St
247 locals raden deze aan
Every aspect of the diners’ experience, from food to decor, creates a restaurant very close to their hearts. It is the culmination of 20 years of food, laughter and excellent wine.
Chalk and Cork in Kloof Street specialises in small plates, excellent service and a wine list that changes regularly.
66 locals raden deze aan
Chalk & Cork
51 Kloof Street
66 locals raden deze aan
Chalk and Cork in Kloof Street specialises in small plates, excellent service and a wine list that changes regularly.
Bocca serves Neapolitan pizza and Italian-inspired food in a relaxed, contemporary space in the city centre. The hand-pizza oven is straight from Nepal and fresh paste is served each night.
73 locals raden deze aan
Bocca
Wale Street
73 locals raden deze aan
Bocca serves Neapolitan pizza and Italian-inspired food in a relaxed, contemporary space in the city centre. The hand-pizza oven is straight from Nepal and fresh paste is served each night.
Dedicated entirely to meat, Carne is a carnivore’s paradise serving a unique offering of the finest cuts of Romangnola beef, Dorper lamb and game.
99 locals raden deze aan
Carne Kloof
153 Kloof St
99 locals raden deze aan
Dedicated entirely to meat, Carne is a carnivore’s paradise serving a unique offering of the finest cuts of Romangnola beef, Dorper lamb and game.
Nestled in the Table Mountain valley on the famous Kloof Street, Kloof Street House offers Sunday lunch jazz and a beautiful garden to enjoy the sunshine with a glass of good wine.
408 locals raden deze aan
Kloof Street House
30 Kloof St
408 locals raden deze aan
Nestled in the Table Mountain valley on the famous Kloof Street, Kloof Street House offers Sunday lunch jazz and a beautiful garden to enjoy the sunshine with a glass of good wine.
La Boheme in Sea Point is welcoming and cosy, serving hearty, gourmet meals with excellent wine. The service and quality of the food is excellent and the menu changes daily.
128 locals raden deze aan
La Boheme
341 Main Rd
128 locals raden deze aan
La Boheme in Sea Point is welcoming and cosy, serving hearty, gourmet meals with excellent wine. The service and quality of the food is excellent and the menu changes daily.