Looking for things to do over the weekend? Saturdays are the perfect day for relaxing, getting out and about, taking in some sights, and simply enjoying the good life. In South Africa’s Mother City, Saturday is the official weekend. Work is still a while away, you have recovered from Friday and the week before. It’s time to get out and enjoy some much-needed downtime, whatever the weather is doing.
Best Things to Do in Cape Town on Saturday
In this mini guide, we have included some of the best things to do on a Saturday in Cape Town and surrounds. From museums to markets, harbourside fun to hiking, culture, scenery, local food, adventure experiences, wine tasting and plenty more in between, this jam-packed list is sure to give you some ideas on what to do this weekend in Cape Town.
1. Enjoy a Cape Town beach day
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By far one of the best things to do in Cape Town on Saturday is to enjoy a blissful beach day on one of Cape Town’s beautiful beaches. There is nothing quite like being sun-kissed and salty-haired while in Cape Town. And the fact that the Mother City is home to such an incredible variety of spectacular beaches, makes a Saturday beach day a fun-filled adventure to be enjoyed by all. From Camps Bay, Clifton Beach, Llandudno, Muizenberg Beach and Noordhoek to Bakoven, Boulders Beach, Bloubergstrand, Big Bay and Beta beach, Cape Town is pure beach bliss.
2. Enjoy a hike up Table Mountain
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Hiking up the al-mighty and magnificent giant of the Mother City skyline, Table Mountain, is not only one of the best things to do in Cape Town on Saturday, but a bucket-list worthy experience in every way. Dubbed one of the New Natural Wonders of Nature, Table Mountain has become one of Cape Town’s most beloved landmarks and attractions. And enjoying a hike up this mountain-range gem will undoubtedly provide you with some of the most sensational panoramic views you have ever seen. As there are a few routes you can take to the top, be sure to plan your route carefully, pick your hiking crew, pack plenty of water and a thrilling sense of adventure too, it promises to be an epic climb. Platteklip Gorge, India Venster, Skeleton Gorge and Kasteelpoort hiking trail are some of the routes you can choose from. With Platteklip Gorge being the most fitness-friendly one of them all.
3. Visit the charismatic and cool African Penguins at Boulders Beach
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This is not only one of the top things to do on any visit to Cape Town, but certainly the most memorable and enjoyable too. Getting to see these tuxedo cuties in their natural habitat at the African Penguin viewing site at Boulders Beach is a bucket-list worthy experience in every way. In addition to seeing theses charismatic ocean beings from the viewing site, you can add some extra adventure and thrill to the experience by swimming, kayaking, snorkelling or spending the day on the beach with them too.
4. Go wine tasting in the Cape Winelands
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Home to the largest, and certainly the most beautiful wine-producing region in Africa, the Western Cape is any wine lover’s dream come true. Going wine tasting has therefore become somewhat of a beloved past time and something absolutely everyone should enjoy on their visit to Cape Town. Boasting an extensive line-up of award-winning wine estates, sensational wines, picturesque wine routes and exciting food and wine pairing experiences, there is no better place for wine tasting and winelands exploring than Cape Town.
5. Learn to surf
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Boasting stunning year-round mild Mediterranean climate and a wide selection of beautiful beaches, how can you not want to get out there and surf the cool Cape Town waves? Learning to surf is not only one of the most exhilarating Cape Town weekend activities, it’s one that can be enjoyed by every member of the family too. Surfer’s Corner in Muizenberg is definitely a Cape Town surfing fan-favourite, especially for surfing first timers. There are also a range of other beaches that are great for learning to surf as well as for avid surfing pros looking for their next big wave. Bloubergstrand, Big Bay, Noordhoek, Dungeons, Kalk Bay, Crayfish Factory, Kommetjie and Llandudno are some other top Cape Town surfing spots.
6. Take a sunset drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive
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The famous Chapman’s Peak, or Chappies as its affectionately known by Cape Town locals, in undoubtedly one of the Mother City’s top attractions. Known as one of the most magnificent coastal drives in the world, a sunset drive along Chapman’s Peak is the perfect laid-back thing to do on Saturday in Cape Town. This renowned toll road ribbons along the striking Atlantic Coastline between Noordhoek and Hout Bay and promises some of the most spectacular views you have ever seen.
7. Enjoy a Saturday stroll or cycle along the Sea Point Promenade
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The Sea Point Promenade is the ultimate mecca for anyone looking to enjoy a run, cycle, walk, stroll, skateboard or dog walk along the beach front. This long stretch of coastal boardwalk runs from Green Point all the way into Mouille Point. It’s prime location, spectacular beach-front views, incredible range of exciting activities, beautiful beach, various art installations, swimming pool, food trucks and picnic benches makes a visit to the Sea Point Promenade one of the best things to do on a Saturday spent in Cape Town.
8. Enjoy a day out at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
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Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens is acclaimed as one of the great botanic gardens of the world. Now home to over 7,000 plant species (many endangered) these gardens have been around since 1913 and are the only botanical garden to be housed within a UNESCO World Heritage Zone. You can therefore enjoy a variety of flora and fauna gems, restaurants, walking tours, hiking trials and picnic spots all in the shadow of the stunning Table Mountain. Thereby making it a fun-filled Saturday activity in Cape Town for the whole family.
9. Enjoy a sunrise or sunset hike up Lions Head
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Besides being one of Cape Town’s most popular hiking trails, Lions Head has also claimed the spot as one of the most beautiful sunset and sunrise spots in the Mother City. Thereby not only making it one of the most exciting and scenic things to do in Cape Town on a Saturday, but an adventure that deserves to be on everyone’s Cape Town bucket-list. Did you know that you can even enjoy a moonlight hike up Lions Head? Pretty incredible right.
10. Take a trip to the iconic Cape Point
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Considered one of Cape Town’s top attractions and most beautiful displays of Mother Nature, Cape Point truly is any nature lover and adventure seeker’s paradise. In addition to it’s grand display of fauna and flora as well as wide selection of fynbos, Cape Point is also home to a variety of stunning secret beaches, hiking routes, adventure activities and sensational views. Thereby making a trip to the iconic Cape Point an exciting Saturday adventure in Cape Town.
11. Enjoy an Aerial Cableway ride to the top of Table Mountain
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Taking a cable car ride up the iconic Table Mountain by means of the Aerial Cableway has become one of the most sought-after experiences for anyone travelling to Cape Town. And with good reason too! Not only will it give you the opportunity to tick something truly thrilling off your Cape Town bucket-list but allows you to enjoy all the sensational views that comes along with it. Plus, the sunset Aerial cable way ride up Table Mountain is truly spectacular in every way.
12. Visit the colourful and vibrant neighbourhood of Bo-Kaap
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Known as the most colourful neighbourhood in Cape Town, Bo-Kaap boasts a vibrant energy, authentic cultural diversity and rich history, all of which has shaped this bold and beautiful neighbourhood into what we know and love today. But besides strolling the colourful cobble-stoned streets of this influential Cape Town neighbourhood, you will also enjoy an immersive cultural experience and authentic Cape Malay cuisine at its finest.
13. Enjoy some local fish & chip
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You absolutely cannot call yourself a true Cape Town local or pay a visit to the Mother City without enjoying some traditional harbourfront fish and chips. In Cape Town, fish and chips is a major part of our local food culture. Thereby making enjoying a day out exploring the Mother City and indulging in some traditional fish and chips along the way one of the best, and certainly the most delicious, things to do in Cape Town on Saturdays. Kalkies, The Salty Sea Dog and Fish on the Rocks are just a few of our favourite harbour-front fish and chips spots.
14. Enjoy a sunset cocktail on the famous Camps Bay sunset strip
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The iconic and ever-striking Camps Bay is known for many things, three of it being a beautiful beachfront, striking sunsets and incredible cocktail spots. But whether you choose to enjoy a delicious cocktail, local beer or craft gin, one thing is for certain, it promises to be one spectacular Cape Town sunset experience you won’t soon forget. Plus, the magical Camps Bay view, vibe and infectious energy will undoubtedly capture your heart too.
15. Visit the South African National Museum & Company Gardens
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The South African National Museum & Company Gardens is in the heart of the CBD, just off Long Street. Here, you will find the main museum, which houses a selection of displays along with a planetarium and the famous Company Gardens. Entrance is affordable to both the museum and planetarium, while the gardens are free to explore. Thereby making for a fun-filled Saturday or weekend out exploring Cape Town.
16. Go on a Yellow Frame tour through Cape Town
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There are currently 7 of these Cape Town yellow frames scattered around the city for your enjoyment and photo taking pleasure. And here are their locations: Signal Hill, the V&A Waterfront, Eden on the Bay at Blouberg, the Cape Town Station, District Six, Silo District and the Lookout Hill in Khayelitsha. If you’re keen for a fun-filled weekend adventure with the whole family, a Yellow Frame Tour is the perfect Saturday activity in Cape Town.
17. Visit the vibrant V&A Waterfront
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Festive throughout the week, weekends at the V&A Waterfront are even more fun. Boasting a variety of fun activities and experiences like the Two Oceans Aquarium, Scratch Patch Mineral World, Watershed craft market, Wheel of Excellence, the harbour, boat trips, lazy seals and plenty of restaurants, the V&A Waterfront truly has it all. The Clock Tower is also found here, which is where you will find the Gateway to Robben Island Museum. In addition, the Waterfront is also home to a premium shopping district as well as a range of art, music and culture experiences that can be enjoyed by all.
18. Explore Cape Town’s trendiest streets: Bree, Kloof, Loop & Long street
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Why not spend your Saturday strolling the trendiest streets of Cape Town on the ultimate adventure though the Mother City? Boasting a variety of trendy hangout spots, coffee shops, renowned restaurants, art galleries, boutique art and craft stores, artisan bakeries, rooftop bars and everything in between, these inner-city streets has everything you need to enjoy a day out discovering Cape Town. And if you’re keen for a fun Saturday night out, these cool Cape Town streets will provide you with enough hip hangouts and trendy bars to have you dancing into the morning hours.
19. Enjoy a thrilling weekend adventure experience
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The Western Cape isn’t known as the ultimate adventure capital for just anything. So why not spend your Saturday experiencing the ultimate Cape Town adrenalin rush in the ultimate way? In the mood to abseil down Table Mountain, sky-dive through the Cape Town air or shark cage dive at one of the few places in the world you can actually dive with Great White Sharks, Gansbaai? Or what about a scenic helicopter flight, Lions Head or Signal Hill paragliding adventure or Cape Town water bike experience? Cape Town truly has it all! It is even home to the longest aerial cable courses in Africa – the zip line at Silvermist Estate at Constantia Nek.
20. Swim, sight-see and rock scramble at Silvermine Nature Reserve
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Are you keen for a weekend filled with adventure? Then a visit to the beautiful Silvermine Nature Reserve is the perfect things to in Cape Town on a Saturday. Silvermine Nature Reserve is located in the middle of the Table Mountain National Park and is any nature lover and thrill seeker’s dream come true. Hiking trails, cave discoveries, reservoir swimming, waterfall chasing and views that will render you speechless is just some of the magic you’ll experience while visiting this Cape Town natural gem. It is also the perfect opportunity for a fun-filled family day out in Cape Town.
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21. Go on a hop-on-hop-off Red Bus Sightseeing Tour through Cape Town
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What is better than a Saturday spent exploring one of the most beautiful cities in the world on the ultimate hop-on-hop-off sightseeing adventure? A trip on this iconic Cape Town open-air bus gives you the perfect opportunity to witness and explore some of the Mother City’s most renowned landmarks, exciting attractions, beautiful beaches, attractions and destinations all in one jam-packed tour.
22. Take a road trip up the Cape West Coast
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Charming fishing villages, sensational sea views, white sandy beaches and some of the best seafood the city has to offer is just some of the incredible treats the West Coast has in store for you. Going on the ultimate Cape West Coast road trip is therefore one of the most fun and exciting things to do in Cape Town on Saturday. And who knows, it might just turn out to be a whole weekend adventure! Langebaan, Jacobsbaai, Paternosters, Saldanha Bay, Yzerfontein and Shelley’s Point are just some of the west coast gems that you should absolutely include on your west coast road-trip.
23. Visit the Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
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Named one of TIME Magazine’s Top 100 destinations of 2018, a visit to the Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary Art Africa is an absolute must when visiting the Mother City. Not only is it a stroke of pure artistic and architectural genius, it boasts one of the grandest displays of contemporary African art in the world. And the best thing is, it welcomes everyone with open arms. So, whether you’re a passionate art lover, avid art aficionado or simply appreciate artistic beauty, the Zeitz MOCAA has something for everyone to enjoy.
24. Visit Hout Bay & snorkel with Cape Fur Seals
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Hout Bay is a stunning and charismatic Cape Town fishing village that has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike. Home to a long beach, a variety of restaurants and cafes, the World of Birds nature sanctuary, Chapman’s Peak, a bustling harbour, and a few interesting shops, it truly has something for everyone to enjoy. In addition to its beauty and range of exciting attractions and experiences, Hout Bay is also home to the famous Duiker Island, also known as Seal Island. You can therefore enjoy a boat charter to Seal Island to watch the charismatic Cape Fur Seals loving life in their natural habitat as well as chose to enjoy a thrilling Cape Fur Seal snorkelling experience if you’re looking for something a little more exhilarating. A trip to Hout Bay is a fun Saturday adventure in Cape Town for the whole family.
25. Visit one of Cape Town’s vibrant markets
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What better way to spend a Saturday in Cape Town than going to one of the Mother City’s vibrant markets? The Cape Town market scene is alive and kicking and you’re sure to love every second of exploring and tasting your way through it. Fresh local produce, tasty treats, home-baked delights, crafts, arts, thrifts and so much more is what you can expect. The Noordhoek Community Market, The Neighbourgoods Market, Bay Harbour Market, Mojo Market, Root 44 Market, V&A Food Market, the Old Biscuit Mill and The Slow Market are some of the fan-favourites.
26. Explore the character & quirks of the charming Kalk Bay
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Voted as one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world by Forbes 2018, Kalk Bay is certainly at the top of its cool game and absolutely worth a visit. If it made it onto the Forbes list, it definitely belongs on your Saturday Cape Town adventure list too. Quirky street-side café’s, crafty corner stalls and stores, delicious local seafood and a vibrant atmosphere that will capture your heart is just some of what you can expect to enjoy on your visit to the charming neighbourhood of Kalk Bay.
27. Visit the Greenmarket Square
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Just around the corner from the museum lies Greenmarket Square, on the corner of Longmarket and Burg Streets. In addition to a range of unique goods, there are often many interesting African artefacts to see. Highlights include the famous Egg Man, plenty of sidewalk cafes alongside the market and a great vibe.
28. Explore Simon’s Town
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Located along the vibrant False Bay Coastline, Simon’s Town is always a pleasure to visit on a Saturday out exploring Cape Town. Located just around the corner from Boulders Beach and it’s thriving colony of African Penguins, Simon’s Town has a variety of activities and experiences on offer that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Some of which includes the toy museum, the SA Naval Museum, several interesting vintage shops and a stunning Waterfront that has a variety of restaurants and boat charters. There is also a Scratch Patch that is great fun for the kids!
29. Visit the Gardens at Babylonstoren
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Famous for its magnificent 3.5-hectar garden, the Babylonstoren gardens is without a doubt one of the most spectacular displays of Mother Nature. But in true Cape Town style, this is definitely no ordinary garden. Besides all its lush beauty, towering rose vines and organic veggies, it also boasts a super cool cactus patch. Dozens of hardy desert plants gathered together in a unique display of greenery, it truly is a sight to be admired. In addition to its beautiful garden display, Babylonstoren also boasts some exceptional wine and incredible food and wine paring experiences. Thereby offering something for everyone to enjoy on a Saturday spent in Cape Town.
30. Visit Spice Route Destination
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Situated a mere 45-minute drive from the city, Spice Route’s delightful village set-up in Paarl is the ideal day-trip destination and the perfect Saturday activity in Cape Town for the whole family. Aside from fabulous restaurants, there’s a variety of exciting things to do, see and taste. Thereby guaranteeing a Saturday full of fun, food and fantastic memories to last a lifetime.
Known as one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the world, Cape is home to an endless variety of things to do, see and experience. From iconic landmarks, thrilling adventure experiences, renowned attractions, vibrant markets, trendy restaurants, stunning beaches and beautiful natural wonders, these are just some of the best things to do in Cape Town in Saturday.
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