How To Get There:

We took a direct flight with Norse and after landing at 9am it was a very easy 20 minute Uber to Green Point where our first hotel was located. The Uber pick up point is a short walk from the terminal and has very easy instructions to follow.

Where To Stay:

Dysart Boutique Hotel (Green Point)

This hotel was really nice, the room was huge and there were 2 separate pool areas. It was a very small hotel but the staff were so friendly and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. 9/10

Sea Point Airbnb

The location of this Airbnb was perfect, right next to the McDonald’s in Sea Point so it was really easy to walk around the area. The host was very easy to get in touch with and the Airbnb was really spacious and clean. The only downside was that there was no air con but that was my own fault for not reading this on the description. 8/10

Loloho Lodge (Sea Point)

Another great property in Sea Point. Perfect location within walking distance to lots of cafes and restaurants as well as the ocean. Breakfast was also really nice here and the pool area was fantastic. 8/10

Where to Eat/Drink:

Kynsna Oyster Company

After getting to Cape Town our first stop was the V&A Waterfront and our first meal was sushi at the Kynsna Oyster Company. The sushi platters were huge and absolutely delicious. Probably one of the best meals in Cape Town. 9/10

Mantra Cafe

Located in Camps Bay it had wonderful views particularly of sunset over the ocean. The food was good but not really a stand out and you definitely paid more for the views. The margarita was excellent though. 7/10

Cape Town Cuba

We stopped off here on our way back from Boulders Beach and it was exceptional. The ocean views, wonderful food and friendly service made this one of our top choices. 9/10

Big Bowls

We stumbled upon this restaurant by accident when we were absolutely starving but it turned out to be a hit. Serving sushi and other Asian food there was so much choice and the flavours were great. Also the staff were once again so welcoming and friendly. 9/10

Butter

We went here for my birthday breakfast and it did not disappoint. Doone had the loaded hash browns and I had the chocolate chip pancakes and both were fantastic and also not too expensive. 10/10

Lily’s

Right on the waterfront in Green Point the lime and basil margaritas were rhetorical standout here. The lunch options were ok but for the price could have been better. Would go back just for the margaritas though. 7.5/10

Oranjezicht City Farmers Market

This market is open for dinner every Wednesday evening 4pm – 9pm and it is definitely one not to miss. There are so many food and drink stalls and also lots of other things to buy like jewellery, clothes, plants. We had these sweetcorn frittata bowls and they were fantastic. 9/10

Mojo Market

Another great market option in Sea Point this time. There is a huge variety of food stalls from Italian to sushi to burgers, and plenty more! We each had a poke bowl and a fresh coconut and they were again fantastic. 8.5/10

Fat Cactus

We were recommended this Mexican Restaurant in the middle of Sea Point by one of the staff at our last hotel and it was good but not great. Liked the fact you assembled your own fajitas but the frozen margs could definitely have been better. 6/10

Moro Gelato

Fantastic ice cream with several branches throughout Cape Town and also Stellenbosch. Would definitely recommend. 9/10

What To Do:

Paragliding

Probably one of our favourite activities was going paragliding off Signal Hill. It was so much fun although there wasn’t much wind when we were there so there would be rushes when everyone was taking off and then nothing for 10 minutes while they waited for the wind to pick back up so it was a bit chaotic. We used a tour company called Sky Wings and they were great, we would definitely do this activity again. 10/10

Lions Head Sunset Hike

I don’t think you can go to Cape Town without doing at least one of the hikes. Our guide Kurt was fantastic and even though we started off hiking in the clouds the weather cleared up very quickly and we got fantastic views. We debated whether to do this by ourselves but our guide told us some stories about people getting mugged on the hiking trail so glad we opted to go as a group in the end even if it was more expensive. The hike starts off fairly easy but it does turn into a bit of a scramble at the end and it’s definitely not for those with a fear of heights. 10/10

V&A Waterfront

Lots of restaurants and shopping in this area but otherwise not that exciting. Worth a look and great if you need to get a few things that you’ve forgotten about (like us) but otherwise wouldn’t spend more than a few hours here. 6/10

Sea Point Promenade

Great place for a wander along the coast line with beautiful views! 7/10

Boulders Beach

We took an uber to Boulders Beach to see the infamous penguins. The uber journey took about an hour but only cost around £20 and was very easy. It costs 215 ZAR per person for entry to Foxy’s Beach where there is a boardwalk to view the penguins. You can get closer to them on Boulders Beach which is right next door, the entry fee is the same and allows you entry to both beaches. Here we spotted lots of penguins in between the boulders and even one came for a swim with us. Also a great beach to spend a few hours as the water isn’t too cold! 8.5/10

Table Mountain

We took the cable car up to Table Mountain as we were short on time but if I came back I would definitely do a hike up and return via the cable car. The cost was 430 ZAR for a return ticket but it was an easy way to get up the mountain and the views from the top were spectacular and well worth it. 8.5/10