There is no better place to celebrate a special occasion such as a milestone anniversary than in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town.The Mother City is filled with beauty, wonder, magic and excitement around every corner, and it surely knows how to celebrate a milestone anniversary in style.
Whether you’re looking to do something laid-back and lovely, fun and adventurous, intimate and romantic or unique and thrilling, Cape Town has the perfect experience or destination to enjoy an unforgettable anniversary date.
Here are some of the best ways to celebrate a milestone anniversary in Cape Town.
Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Atlantic Ocean
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Why not celebrate your milestone anniversary in Cape Town with a picture-perfect sunset, sensational backdrop and a spectacular Table Mountain view while cruising the waters of the Atlantic Ocean? All with the one you love by your side! There is no denying the fact that one of the most romantic places in Cape Town is out at sea. Pair it with some of the most magnificent views in the world, a stunning sherbet-coloured Mother City sunset, a glass of bubbly and the best company. You’ve got yourself a truly unforgettable Cape Town milestone anniversary celebration.
In addition to beautiful views and bubbly, several sunset cruises also include dinner. If you’re lucky, you may even be fortunate enough to enjoy some amazing marine life sightings of dolphins, whales, Cape Fur Seals and African Penguins. There are several sunset Catamaran and yacht cruises departing from the V&A Waterfront. So, if your milestone anniversary sunset cruise doesn’t include dinner, you can enjoy a sensational dinner date at one of the waterfront’s many luxury restaurants.
Celebrate a lavish day at Silo Hotel
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Situated right in the heart of the trendy Silo District of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront, the Silo Hotel has become one of the most sought-after and elite hotels in the city. In addition to an exceptional luxury hotel experience, the Silo Rooftop is one of the exclusive hotspots in the city. Not to mention the fact that it boasts one of the world’s best rooftop pools, making it a pretty exceptional experience perfectly suited for a memorable milestone anniversary celebration.
The Silo Rooftop offers guests a truly unparalleled luxury experience in every way. Perfectly complimented by indulgent al fresco dining, a stunning rooftop bar, poolside lounging and spectacular panoramic views of the beautiful city of Cape Town from the tallest building in the V&A Waterfront. It’s a perfect place to enjoy sunset cocktails paired with a spectacular sherbet coloured sunset that’s bound to sweep you right off your feet. The Mother City isn’t known for her sensational sunsets for nothing!
The Silo Rooftop is however for hotel guests only but, it is open to the public by prior reservation. So, if you’re looking to add a bit more luxury and magic to your Cape Town milestone anniversary celebration, why not book a night’s stay at the spectacular Silo Hotel while you’re there? That way you can take advantage of all the lavish experiences and amenities they have to offer.
Enjoy an evening of Jazz at the Piano Bar
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The famous Piano Bar is popular hotspot in Cape Town’s vibrant inner-city, and a perfect location to celebrate your special milestone anniversary. Boasting sensational live music performances by some of the most talented jazz and piano performers as well as the best jazz musicians in Cape Town.
The Piano Bar creates the perfect backdrop for celebrating a special occasion or special anniversary celebration. Paired with an intimate setting, stunning view of the Waterfront, an innovative menu of delicious African and continental cuisine and great drink selections. It promises to be a soulful, intimate and romantic night spent with your loved one.
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Take an Aerial Cableway ride to the top of Table Mountain
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Is there any better place to celebrate your milestone anniversary in Cape Town than on top of one of the New7Natural wonders of the world, 1 086 meters above sea level? This is a one-of-a-kind anniversary date that you won’t be able to experience anywhere else in the world than right here in the Mother City. Taking an Aerial Cableway ride to the top of the iconic Table Mountain would be a great way to celebrate your milestone anniversary in Cape Town.
Your memorable anniversary date will be filled with spectacular panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Lions Head, the glorious Mother City and beyond. You can also add an extra magical touch by packing a lovely anniversary picnic basket and a bottle of bubbly, and enjoying it at any of Table Mountain’s many picture-perfect picnic spots.
An overnight stay at the Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
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Celebrate your milestone anniversary in true Cape Town style by enjoying a sensational dining experience at Magnolia Social Dining Lounge, paired with a lavish overnight stay at the beautiful Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa. Situated in the heart of the beautiful Helderberg region just outside of Somerset West, the hotel offers the ultimate escape from the hustle and bustle. It will truly feel like you’ve escaped to your little piece of Wineland’s paradise.
Erinvale offers guests a revolutionised and truly unique social dining experience at the Magnolia Social Dining Lounge, which deserves a prime spot on any food lover’s culinary bucket-list. The hotel also boasts Cape Dutch architecture, an exceptional range of rooms, picturesque surroundings, beautifully designed garden landscapes, and a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
The Magnolia Social Dining Lounge also features a carefully conceptualised and innovative small plated menu featuring a thrilling interpretation of humble snacks, using only the best regional fare. This means the cooking is always seasonal and fresh, with some exciting flavour combinations. It is sensational and will have you savouring every single bite. Besides a unique culinary adventure, the Magnolia Social Dining Lounge will captivate your attention with its bold art-deco décor, trendy vibe and vibrant atmosphere, making for a memorable evening spent in the beautiful Cape Winelands with your loved one.
The Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa is also home to the famous Gary Player-designed Erinvale Golf Course, tranquil walkways through the beautifully designed indigenous gardens as well as an indulgent Spa. With so many lavish features and incredible experiences, the Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa invites you to enjoy a romantic getaway or intimate weekend in the Winelands with your special someone. Is there any better way to celebrate your milestone anniversary in Cape Town?
Not to mention the fact that the Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa is situated right in the heart of one of the most highly acclaimed Western Cape Winelands regions. This means you have a variety of exceptional Wine Estates right at your doorstep, with Vergelegen, Lourensford, and Morgenster being just a few. So, why not make your anniversary weekend or overnight stay extra special by enjoying an authentic Cape Winelands wine tasting experience too? It will surely be a beautiful experience you will not forget in a lifetime!
Go snorkelling with Cape Fur seals
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Why not commemorate your milestone anniversary with a thrilling and one-of-a-kind Cape Town bucket-list adventure experience? What can be more exhilarating than going snorkelling with one of the Mother City’s beloved members of the Marine Big 5, the Cape Fur Seals?
Snorkelling with Cape Fur Seals is one of the most fun, exciting and unique things to do in Cape Town. They are known for their friendly and playful nature, makes this amazing ocean adventure even more incredible. So, don’t be surprised if they come right up to you at times wanting to show off all their cool tricks and twirls. Just soak it all in and embrace every incredible second of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Let’s be honest, getting to experience this bucket-list-worthy ocean adventure with the one you love by your side just makes it even more special! Undoubtedly making going snorkelling with Cape Fur seals one of the most exciting and memorable milestone anniversary experiences in Cape Town.
Enjoy a theatrical dining experience at Stardust
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Enjoying a theatrical dining experience at Stardust is without a doubt one of the most memorable and unique ways to celebrate your milestone anniversary in Cape Town. Located in the heart of the Mother City, this one-of-a-kind dining experience has fast become one of the most sought-after things to do for locals and travellers alike.
At this theatrical restaurant, your waiters double as talented musical and theatrical performers, allowing you to enjoy a spectacular show paired with an indulgent dining experience. Here, you can enjoy the very best of both for an unforgettable Cape Town milestone anniversary date. The food is sensational, and the music is brilliant and entertaining, making for a fun, unique and magical evening spent with your loved one.
Celebrate a milestone anniversary at De Grendel Wine Estate
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What would a Cape Town milestone anniversary be without some exceptional Cape vino to celebrate it? There’s no place better to enjoy some of the best wine in Cape Town than at one of the Cape Winelands’ most sought-after wine estates, De Grendel.
Situated along the beautiful Durbanville Wine Route, De Grendel has established itself as one of the top wine estates to go wine tasting in Cape Town. This picturesque Winelands’ oasis boasts sensational 180-degree views of Table Mountain, Lions Head, the Atlantic Ocean, and beautiful Mother City. All of which can be enjoyed from the stunning long glass encased veranda of the De Grendel Tasting Lounge and Stoep. It truly makes for an unforgettable Cape Town milestone anniversary celebration and wine tasting experience in one of the most beautiful settings in the Cape Winelands.
In addition to an exceptional wine tasting experience, De Grendel offers Guided Cellar Tours as well as an indulgent Gourmet Snack Selection to enjoy with your wine tasting anniversary date. If you’re however looking for something a little more sustainable after your wine tasting, De Grendel’s Restaurant is a multiple-award-winning restaurant. Known for their contemporary Cape Town cuisine designed to complement their exceptional range of De Grendel wines.
Enjoy an exclusive experience at The One&Only Hotel
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Situated right in the heart of the beautiful Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the One&Only Hotel has established itself as one of the leading hotel experiences in the Mother City. Widely known as South Africa’s most vibrant resort, the hotel offers guests a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, making it the perfect anniversary escape for you and your loved one. Nestled within a natural amphitheatre, it boasts spectacular panoramic views of the tall-standing natural wonder of Table Mountain, overlooking the beautiful marina and mesmerizing waterways. There is truly nothing quite like it!
The hotel is one of the most magnificent backdrops and views the city has to offer, and it’s also home to two of the top restaurants in Cape Town, Nobu and Ochre. Since opening their doors Nobu restaurant is well-known for its world-famous fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine invented by Michelin-starred master chef, Nobuyuki Matsuhisa. It offers diners a truly unparalleled culinary journey paired with a spectacular view of the iconic Table Mountain. Its world-renowned culinary status makes this high-end Japanese restaurant the perfect place for a special occasion such as your milestone anniversary celebration.
In addition to Nobu, Ochre is the newest edition to One&Only’s restaurant repertoire, and it has taken the Cape Town culinary scene by storm. Head chef Chris Mare has created an inspired menu aimed at entwining all the South African heritages into a unique new kaleidoscope. It offers diners a truly authentic culinary experience right in the heart of Cape Town. You can expect to enjoy fresh interpretations of traditional South African recipes. As age-old secrets are transformed into re-imagined contemporary delights, thereby offering an equally memorable Cape Town anniversary dining experience. You truly can’t go wrong with either one of these exceptional Mother City restaurants.
Take a road-trip up the Cape West Coast
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Taking a road trip up the captivating Cape West coast is one of the most fun ways to celebrate your milestone anniversary in Cape Town. Charming fishing villages, sensational sea views, white sandy beaches and some of the best seafood in the world are just some of the incredible treats the stunning Cape West Coast has in store for you. Considered somewhat of a Cape Town hidden gem, the Cape West Coast is jam-packed with unapologetic natural beauty, a treasure chest of secret spots and some of the most picturesque beaches in the world. It will almost feel like you’ve escaped to a whole new world entirely all without really leaving the city at all.
Not to mention the fact that the west coast of Cape Town is widely known for its down-right delicious local fresh seafood. In fact, one of the top seafood restaurants in the world, Wolfgat, is found right in the heart of the west coast. Voted the Best Off-Map Destination & Restaurant of the Year in the internationally acclaimed 2019 World Restaurant Awards. Wolfgat is a tiny beach restaurant that opened their doors just 2 years ago in a 130-year-old cottage and cave on the beautiful beach of Paternoster.
Besides a sensational culinary experience at one of the best-rated seafood restaurants in the world. Your milestone anniversary road trip up the Cape West Coast promises to be filled with tons of beauty, adventure, exciting experiences and hidden gems all the way through. Some of the West Coast’s best kept secrets and breath-taking destinations you absolutely have to include in your west coast anniversary road trip includes Yzerfontein, Langebaan, Paternoster, Jacobsbaai, Grotto Bay, Bloubergstrand, Melkbosstrand, Saldanha Bay, Lambert’s Bay, Darling and of course the magnificent West Coast National Park.
Regardless of where you choose to spend your milestone anniversary in Cape Town, it promises to be filled with beauty, romance and memorable experiences all the way through. And the fact that the Mother City has something for everyone to enjoy, ranging from romantic and intimate to fun, thrilling and exciting, makes it even more special.
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