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Chapman’s Peak
Hout Bay/Noordhoek
You can access the trail for free with a Day Pass.
There are lots of black lizards to spot!
Cape Point Shipwreck Trail
Cape Point
Combine the hike with a swim in Buffels Bay tidal pool or a ride on the funicular!
With a bit of luck you can spot wild ostriches on the beach!
Lion’s Head circular walk
Signal Hill
There's a coffee truck at the start (and end) of the trail.
The walk (almost) ends at two historic cannons and a pretty kramat, the burial site of an Islamic saint.
Saunders’ Rocks
Bantry Bay
The surrounding rocks are great spots to watch the sunset.
Bring your fishing net to catch (and release) tiny starfish!
Segway Vineyard Tour
Stellenbosch
There is a short training session before the tour to make sure everyone is safe during the ride.
Fun guaranteed - a Segway can go faster than the average squirrel or pig!
Top of Table Mountain
Higgovale
The trails are beautiful, not too steep and there are some amazing picnic spots along the way.
Spot dassies, lizards, tortoises, rare frogs, mongoose and try to find porcupine quills!
Paarl Rock
Paarl
A guidebook is available for the Klipkershout Walking Trail to make it even more interesting.
Spot the ancient cannon which announced the arrival of merchant ships on top of Paarl Rock.
Helderberg Nature Reserve
Somerset West
The Oak Café inside the reserve serves coffee, soft drinks, light meals and picnics to order.
Kids love to play at Pete’s Pond next to the picnic area.
Table Mountain Contour Path
Higgovale
The 180 degree views of the city and Atlantic Ocean are stunning.
There are little waterfalls and caves to discover along the way.
Baviaanskloof Waterfall
Hout Bay
The fit can hike up to Klein Koppie to enjoy unobstructed views of Hout Bay.
A walk that offers water play is a huge winner!
Elephant’s Eye Cave
Steenberg / Noordhoek
End the hike with a picnic and swim in the reservoir (not allowed during Level 3)!
The mountain is shaped like the side of an elephant’s head and the cave is the eye!
Tygerberg Nature Reserve
Bellville
There are nearly 500 different plant species here, 12 of which are threatened with extinction and 8 exist only in Cape Town.
You can spot a honey badger, Cape foxes, striped polecats, mongooses, badgers, porcupines, baboons and various small antelope.
Cecilia Forest
Constantia
It’s a mostly shaded walking option on hot summer days.
The pretty waterfall can be reached within 45 minutes!
Tokai Forest
Tokai
About midway, you'll find the hole-in-the-wall Forest Café, which serves coffees, cold drinks and snacks.
There’s a tyre swing at the northern end of the trail.
Sandy Bay Shipwreck Trail
Hout Bay
End the hike with a dip into the ocean at Sandy Bay beach.
Sliding down the big sand dune is great fun!
Tafelberg Road
Higgovale
It's easy to reach and the panoramic views are hard to beat.
Towards the end of the path, you can spot (and climb on) two historical cannons.
Twelve Apostles Trail
Bakoven
This is also a great path for trail running and mountain biking!
You can spot dolphins or a whale from up high if you’re lucky.
Woodstock Cave
Woodstock
Take a break at the historic King’s Blockhouse that formed part of the British line of defense in the late 1700s.
The cave was once inhabited by ancient hunter gatherer tribes.
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
Stellenbosch
Hire an E-bike at nearby Lanzerac (kids’ seats available) and explore without the effort!
It’s lots of fun to clamber over the rocks along the second waterfall’s riverbed.
Muizenberg to Kalk Bay
Muizenberg
There are lots of coffee shops along the way if you want to stop for a coffee, cool drink or snack.
Watch out for the St James menhirs – amazing man-made rock installations!
Bantry Bay to The Glen
Bantry Bay
Stop for coffee or lunch at The Lawns restaurant before heading back.
This is a path where kids can safely run ahead a little.
Deer Park Forest
Vredehoek
It’s a great spot to go for short hikes and have a picnic, too.
Running up and down the wooden walkway is lots of fun!
Littlewort Trail
Newlands Forest
If you’re quiet, this is a great path for bird watching.
The trail leads to a stone bridge and a little waterfall with a small pool to splash in.
Pipe Track
Higgovale
It’s one of Table Mountain’s oldest hiking routes, dating back to 1887.
The (pretty much) level route makes this walk a joy for tots and kids.
Makers Landing
V&A Waterfront
Grab a coffee and enjoy the sea views while you wait.
So cool - the classes are taught by real chefs!
Crosswind Pump Track
Milnerton
It's an active and affordable day out.
Safe way to practice those bike skills, be a little wild and have fuuuun!
Knorhoek
Stellenbosch
The farm has several hiking trails, ideal to walk off a meal.
There's a jumping castle on weekends!
The Scone Shack
Cape Point
If you're looking for a wholesome, bucolic adventure, this is definitely it!
In summer, you can swim in a dam with zip line, mini slide, swinging tyre and canoes.
Barstaurant
Glencairn
The sunchairs at the top part of the garden are perfect to enjoy the ocean views while the kids play.
The kids' flying sushi roll is super fun and yummy!
Tryn at Steenberg
Tokai
The restaurant is trendy and serves fabulous food, but is family-friendly.
The massive jenga game stacks 1.5 metres high!
Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden
Stellenbosch
There are numerous pretty benches to take a rest and enjoy the views.
You get your own map and can learn to navigate your way based on it.
Chocolat Bistro
Durbanville
It's a place that celebrates coffee culture and all things decadent.
The play area is perfect to play kings and queens.
Klein Roosboom
Durbanville
You can sit and eat on retro garden furniture in midst of the picturesque vineyards.
It's very low key and laid back - perfect for small people.
Wild Wild West
Somerset West
There are separate sections for toddlers, school kids and teens to keep everyone entertained and safe.
The friendly staffers wear cowboy hats and play the part.
Ceramic Café
Stellenbosch
The café also offers pottery classes for beginners and those more advanced.
There's a jumping castle if you need to let of steam after lots of painting.
Raceworld
Table View
Slot car racing has been around since 1912 and has for many years brought young and old together.
This is a great spot for a birthday party!
Rollercade
V&A Waterfront
The place oozes of nostalgia.
A DJ is playing lekker tunes to make skating even more fun.
Christmas Night Market
Franschhoek
Journey’s End Horse Rides
Somerset West
End the outride with a wine tasting and a cheese platter picnic basket.
The farm offers a proper outride experience, not only a short trot on a paddock.
Southey Vines Bike Park
Somerset West
The park is surrounded by lots of greenery and has a real neighbourhood feel.
It's a safe place for kids of all ages to hone their skills.
Deus Café
Hout Bay
Child-friendly and trendy don't often go together - but here they do!
The playground has a cool half pipe for pretense big wave surfing.
Silvermine Dam
between Steenberg and Noordhoek
The dam is only a short stroll from the parking lot, with a set of public toilets at its entrance.
You can go on an exploration on the little footpaths next to the dam.
Durbanville Hills
Durbanville
The wine farm subscribes to environmentally friendly grape-growing practices.
The stream-like water feature in front of the restaurant is perfect to splash in!
Trafalgar Pool
Woodstock
Spread out a blanket for a chilled picnic on the designated tables and benches.
There is lots of grass and a play area to run wild and kick a ball.
Franschhoek Beer Co
Franschhoek
The German brew master makes sure each beer gets top marks in the Reinheitsgebot.
The kids food & 'beer' pairing is fun and yummy!
Noordhoek Café & Deli
Noordhoek
The High Tea (and mini High Tea) are a wonderful way to relax in the afternoon.
The café hosts lots of fun kids events and activities.
Signal Gun
Durbanville
It's the first wine farm with a craft beer brewery in Durbanville!
Every first Saturday (at 1pm), they fire a 300-year-old signal gun!
Park Café
Green Point
Sitting on the outdoor terrace offers pretty views on the Cape Town Stadium!
You have the whole of Green Point Park as your playground!
Stir Crazy Cooking School
V&A Waterfront
Kids learn about nutrition - and might even be keen to help at home!
There are always lots of delicious things to taste!
Camel Rock
Scarborough
This place is so chilled, the kids can be as loud and wild as they want to be.
The fish braai around the fire pit is a very cool experience.
The Village Hub
Scarborough
The upstairs Hub Café serves delicious, upmarket food - great for a meal with or without kids.
The superfood raw cacao smoothie is yuuuuuumy!
Playalot
Kuils River
Get a beauty treatment or sip a drink in the sports bar while the kids have fun.
Watching one of the mini 5D movies is an absolute thrill!
Surf Emporium
Muizenberg
Surfboard and wetsuit rentals are included in the price.
They help you celebrate your birthday with a surf or SUP party!
Christmas Market
Muizenberg
Under 18 Music Festival
Philadelphia
Rocky Horror Show
Foreshore
Little Einstein
Durbanville
Golden Tree Lighting
V&A Waterfront
Sunset Carols
Stellenbosch
Festive Lights switch-on
Foreshore
Xmas market & Family fest
Noordhoek
Spier Light Art
Stellenbosch
Wavescape Festival
Clifton
Festival of Lights
Stellenbosch
Klein Roosboom Somerfees
Durbanville
Xmas Tree Craft Class
Melkbosstrand
Christmas Extravaganza
Philadelphia
Lourensford Festive Market
Somerset West
2-hour Zumbathon
Noordhoek
Open Air Movie: Dirty Dancing
Paarl
Santa Run
Wellington
Xmas MTB Toy Run
Constantia
Children Craft Market
Century City
Observatory Swimming Pool
Observatory
It’s not the prettiest pool, but has a distinct, lovely neighbourhood feel.
A great place to meet kids from the neighbourhood!
TEARS Sleepathon
Fish Hoek
Jungle Theatre Company
Muizenberg
A great way to teach kids about heritage, the environment and human nature.
It’s fun to watch – and even more fun to participate!
The Secret Garden Christmas
Constantia
Summer Open Garden
Constantia
Market at the Barn
Durbanville
Neighbourhood Family Market
Rondebosch
Tour an Ocean Racing Yacht
V&A Waterfront
Rose Festival
Wellington
Eco printing
Constantia
Under the Trees Market
Plumstead / Constantia
West Peak Hike
Somerset West
Jamestown Strawberry Fest
Stellenbosch
Hillbilly Market
Grabouw
Colour Run
Sea Point
Christmas Rock Painting
Noordhoek
Halloween Walk
Vredehoek
Halloween be.NO Limit
Pinelands
Spooky Dress-Up Halloween
Somerset West
Halloween Spooktacular
Morning Star (off the M7)
Lucy G Craft Café
Kirstenhof
The café employs young adults with disabilities, making it an inclusive environment.
You don’t have to clean up your mess afterwards!
Haunted Hotel
Glencairn
A Vegan Halloween
Constantia
Mimages
Paarl
Garden Day @ Boschendal
Franschhoek
Friday Harvest Morning
Oranjezicht
Huckleberry Fish Farm
Stellenbosch
You can bring your own picnic basket or have a braai (wood is sold at the office).
There is lots of space to safely roam around, and there are farm animals, too!
CK-ramics
Bellville
All materials are non-hazardous, and the water-based paint washes out of clothing.
Kids who want to learn more about pottery can join the Friday class!
Jump & Ropeyard
Somerset West
It’s a great place for an active kids’ birthday party surrounded by nature.
You can test your physical boundaries without your parents being worried.
Capaia
Philadelphia
The restaurant is situated in a beautifully renovated Victorian house, full of old-world charm.
There is a little stream to splash in on hot days.
Bossa
Kraaifontein
Kids under 12 eat for free every Wednesday.
Swim, play, eat – the perfect outing!
Under African Stars
Kenilworth
Kite Festival
Muizenberg
Garden Market Day
Diep River
Perdeberg Family Fest
Paarl
Makers Weekend
Foreshore
African Penguin Day
V&A Waterfront
Shark Night
V&A Waterfront
Muizenberg Festival
Muizenberg
Open Air Movie: Juno
Kirstenbosch
Runstacle
Philadelphia
Spring Pop Up
Constantia
World of Magic
Foreshore
Penguin Festival
Simon's Town
Festa Italiana
Milnerton
Food Fest & Craft Market
Durbanville
Kids Fair
Pinelands
Youth Music Festival
Rondebosch
Glencairn Fun Day
Glencairn
Moyo Heritage Day
Kirstenbosch
Purple Rayn Heritage Day
Constantia
Red bus & harbour cruise
V&A Waterfront
Gym holiday camp
Mowbray
Cathedral Market
CBD
Snake & Reptile Show
Century City
Hermanus Whale Festival
Hermanus
Pop-up Kids’ bookshop
Pinelands
Junior MTB workshop
Constantia
Sports Holiday Programme
Pinelands
Circus Holiday Programme
Montague Gardens
Art Jamming holiday club
Somerset West
Adventures at Lourensford
Somerset West
Young engineers
Big Bay
!Khwa ttu Heritage Fest
Yzerfontein
Mantis and the Bee
Muizenberg
Brick Exhibition
Kraaifontein
Spring Day Event
Bellville
Limoncello
Noordhoek
It's an intimate setting with a relaxed family vibe and stunning sea and mountain views.
The jungle gym under the big tree makes it look like a fairy garden.
Aegir Project
Noordhoek
It's a great place to grab a bite or have a sundowner after a day on the beach.
There is lots of space to safely roam around, and the friendly waiters love kids!
Andy Griffiths meet & greet
Bellville
Day at the Duck Race
Tulbagh
Spring Flower Walk
Brackenfell
Fun Run
Wellington
Stomp
Foreshore
Open Book Youth Fest
CBD
Full Moon Hike
Stellenbosch
Clown Show
CBD
Festival of Theatre
Rondebosch
Waterblommetjie Festival
Paarl
Friday Night Market
Franschhoek
Lourensford Market
Somerset West
Blue Bird Café
Stellenbosch
The owners are happy for you to bring their laptops and tap into the free wifi.
Playing with the water feature and the mud kitchen is great fun!
Spring Trail Run
Tokai
Gaia Spring Fayre
Pinelands
The Truffala Trees
Somerset West
Healthy Lifestyle Festival
Wellington
Barn dance
Kraaifontein
The Chocolate Festival
Stellenbosch
Slow Market
Stellenbosch
Healthy Kids are Cool Market
Noordhoek
Family Quiz Night
Hout Bay
Grow Wild Walk
Hout Bay
Eyethu Skatepark
Hout Bay
The skatepark brings cool vibes into a previously marginalized area of Hout Bay.
With the soccer pitch right next door, there is always a nice buzz going on.
Groote Post Country Market
Darling
Kids 9-Hole Pitch’n Putt
Clovelly
FLY Kids Workshop
Woodstock
Minecraft Day
Tygervalley
Annual Flower Spectacular
West Coast National Park
Vegan Goods Market
Constantia
SUP Hout Bay Series
Hout Bay
Bubble Rainbow Run
Worcester
Full Moon Beach Clean-Up
Big Bay
Elgin Winter Festival
Elgin
Sunset Market on the Lawns
The Glen/Camps Bay
Underground Series
V&A Waterfront
Winter Market & Kids Carnival
Cape Farms
Fun Walk & Run
Pinelands
Eyethu Skate Park Opening
Hout Bay
Kids Pocket Money Market
Edgemead
LEGO Build Event
Century City
Jazz in the Garden
Pinelands
Family Fun Day
Constantia
Entrepreneurship for kids
V&A Waterfront
Kids Survivor Skills 101
Canal Walk
Lego Exhibition
Big Bay
Trash Bash Coastal Cleanup
Mouille Point
Dockside Market
Foreshore
Good Night Fridays
V&A Waterfront
Mondeor
Somerset West
During winter months, a cosy fireplace keeps guests warm and snug.
You can make your own kiddies pizza!
Walk an abandoned pet!
Philippi
The Little Generosity Shop
Century City
Alien clearing for Mandela
Tokai
Make sandwiches on Mandela Day
Table View
Mandela Day Book Mountain
CBD
1 million steps for Madiba
Blouberg
Imaginative Drawing Class
Steenberg
Mandela Day Art & Music
Hout Bay
Xhosa basket weaving
Constantia
Mandela Day Cleanup
Tabel Mountain
Mandela Day at DARG
Hout Bay
Santa Shoe Box Project
Century City
Kindness Rocks
Tokai
Mandela Day Dog Box Project
Tyger Valley
Coastal Dune Botanical Walk
Blouberg
Family Art Workshop
V&A Waterfront
Christmas in July Market
Pinelands
Down to Earth camp
Constantia
Jive Funny Festival
Rondebosch
Snakes in the City
Bellville
Rupert Museum Winter School
Stellenbosch
Perdeberg
Paarl
The farm's impressive barrel cellar contains hundreds of traditional wooden barrels filled with various cultivars.
The kids' pairing includes three different juices, popcorn, dried fruit, sweets and a cookie to decorate!
Art Workshops @ Norval
Steenberg
Scaly Critter Talks
Klapmuts
Kids Yoga & Art Club
Sunningdale
Pony Club
Noordhoek
Swat Laser Tag
Wynberg Park
Swat Laser Tag
Melkbosstrand
Kalk Bay Caving
Kalk Bay
Holiday Sleepover Challenge
Scarborough
Down to Earth camp
Constantia
Winter Wander
Constantia
Sushi and Knife Skills Class
Fresnaye
Pukka Holiday Camp
Gardens
3-Day Pony Camp
Milnerton
Family Spitbraai
Elgin
Free Jump Games
Claremont
Tulbagh Xmas in Winter
Tulbagh
Connected Kids Workshop
Constantia
Go Skateboarding Day
Paarden Eiland
Fire Making Class
Constantia
Junior MTB Classes
Cape Farms
Junior MTB Classes
Constantia
Holiday Art Workshops
Constantia
Farm holiday club
Durbanville
Science Centre holiday club
Observatory
Conscious Kids Club
Gardens
Club Electron
Green Point
Kids Photo Club
CBD
Children’s Magic Festival
Claremont
Games4Brains
Tokai
Fairy Tale Circus
Montegue Gardens
Father’s Day @ One&Only
V&A Waterfront
Kiddies MTB Fun Ride
Gansbaai
Family Day
Durbanville
Father’s Day @ Hazendal
Stellenbosch
Father’s Day Golf
Observatory
Father’s Day @ Spier
Stellenbosch
The Octopus’ Garden
Stellenbosch
Soap Making Workshop
Noordhoek
Langebaan Lagoon Festival
Langebaan
Winter Wonderland
Gordon's Bay
School Break-up Party
Milnerton
Youth Climate March
CBD
Ice Slide
Brackenfell
Peter Clarke Art Centre
Newlands
Designed by John Parker in 1907, being taught in a historic building is an extra bonus.
The best works are featured in an annual art exhibition!
Hazendal
Stellenbosch
The farm’s Marvol Gallery shows Russian art from the owner’s private collection.
Kids love the magic bracelet that lets the friendly 3D Amuki creatures come to life!
Silvermine Hike
Silvermine
Roller Disco
Milnerton
Festive Family Market
Durbanville
Skate Night
Paarden Eiland
Family Day @ Norval
Steenberg
BMX Race
Hermanus
Active Family Day
Stellenbosch
Coffee Festival
Foreshore
Muizenberg Beach Clean-Up
Muizenberg
Heritage Market
Durbanville
Steam Train to Elgin Market
Elgin
Winter Fun Run
Stellenbosch
Africa Wednesday
V&A Waterfront
Learn to Code
Fish Hoek
Cape Kids Collab Market
Durbanville
Sunday Slack Lessons
Gardens
The Lawns Market
Camps Bay
Myrun at Vergenoegd Löw
Stellenbosch
Secret Sunrise
V&A Waterfront
Sleepover at the Aquarium
V&A Waterfront
Cape Oval Dirt Karting
Cape Farms
Soap Making Workshop
Noordhoek
Leliefontein Market
Paarl
Africa Day @ Zeitz MOCAA
V&A Waterfront
Wood carving
Constantia
Canvas Club
Tamboerskloof (and other locations in Cape Town)
Kids often get to make a game or toy that they can take home to play with!
Being allowed to choose songs from the iPad during the class!
Happy Snappers
V&A Waterfront
Full Moon Hike
Durbanville
World Orientiering Day
Green Point
Ceramics with Mom
Paarl
Green Point Park Run
Green Point
Night Beach Run
Hout Bay
Parent & Kid Collage Activity
Steenberg
Mother’s Day Picnic
Hout Bay
Learn to take Mother’s Day pics
CBD
Bon Louis Family Bistro
Paarl
The Petit Deli sells freshly made breads, pastries, macaroons, a selection of cheeses, meats and preserves to take home.
The jungle gym, sandpit, swings and chalk drawing wall a fabulous!
Mother’s Day @ Rusty Oak
Durbanville
Sunday Feasts in The Barn
Elgin
Protea Walk
Somerset West
Secret Garden Market
Constantia
Nuy Valley Festival
Worcester
Mother’s Day @ President Hotel
Bantry Bay
Free Eagle Encounter for Moms at Spier
Stellenbosch
Mother’s Day Weekend @ Hazendal
Stellenbosch
Millie and the Cats
Table View
Fun Walk @ Zeevenwacht
Kuils River
Jump 4 Joy
Brackenfell
Parents can relax with a cup of coffee and snack while watching the kids bounce around.
There is a separate soft play area for toddlers who are tired of jumping!
Children’s Art Tour
V&A Waterfront
Oude Molen Eco Market
Pinelands
Melkbosstrand Beach Cleanup
Melkbosstrand
Riebeek Valley Olive Festival
Riebeek-Kasteel
Family Walk
Stellenbosch
Green Point Park Run
Green Point
Houw Hoek MTB Tour
Grabouw
Dads & Lads camp out
Clovelly
Big Top Rock
Tygervalley
Quiz Night
Hout Bay
May The 4th Be With You
CBD
Fairy House Building
V&A Waterfront
Family Day @ Kleine Liebe
Stellenbosch
Annie, the musical
Wellington
Neon Glow Party
Somerset West
Intaka Island Bioblitz
Century City
Ipic Play Park
Durbanville
If you join the fitness club, you can have a work out while the kids roam around the play park.
Mom and Dad are allowed to join in on the giant slides, climb walls and high rope course, making it a true family adventure!
Little Glen
Camps Bay
The stone table and benches make for a wonderful picnic spot.
If you swing high on the big rope, it feels like you can touch the sky!
Bali Beach
between Camps Bay & Bakoven
It's quiet and small - a perfect place to relax and keep an eye on the kids at all times.
It's great fun to go on little adventure walks between the boulders.
National Alpaca Day
Paarl
Alpaca Open Day
Noordhoek
St George & the Dragon Festival
Simon's Town
Kommetjie Earth Day
Kommetjie
Roller Derby & Disco
Blouberg Strand
Penguin Week
V&A Waterfront
Kirstenbosch Sunday Market
Kirstenbosch
Monster Jam
Green Point
Family Freedom Funday
Tokai
FanCon Comic Con
Foreshore
Cape Quarter Creative Saturday
Green Point
Elgin Cool Wine & Country Food Festival
Elgin
Steam Train to Elgin
Elgin
Leatherwork Workshop
Constantia
Easter picnic @ Grande Provence
Franschhoek
One & Only Easter Festivities
V&A Waterfront
Easter Family Feast
Constantia
Lourensford Easter Sunday Market
Somerset West
Easter Family Day
Stellenbosch
Easter Open Air Cinema: Hop
Newlands
Fairy Tale Circus
Montague Gardens
Easter Family Picnic
Franschhoek
Easter Sunday Lunch
Durbanville
Easter Egg Hunt @ Iris House
Bellville
Mad Hatters Easter
Stellenbosch
Easter @ Twelve Apostles
Oudekral
Easter Hunt @ Vredenheim
Stellenbosch
Market @ Bloemendal
Durbanville
Bricktastic Exhibition
Tygervalley
Steam Train to Elgin Railway Market
Elgin
Battery Park Sunset Series
V&A Waterfront
Easter weekend @ Battery Park
V&A Waterfront
Easter Bunny Crafts
Sandbaai
The Lawns Market
Camps Bay
Easter Camino
Cape Peninsula
Iron-age forging class
Constantia
The Silk Workshop
Montague Gardens
The sport improves flexibility, strength and stamina and develops balance and coordination.
It’s like a circus and a playground combined!
Open Air Cinema: Bridesmaids
Kirstenbosch
Clifton Fire Jam
Clifton
Rondebosch Park Easter Hunt
Rondebosch
Easter Parade
Rondebosch
Easter Egg Hunt @ Oude Molen
Pinelands
McLaren Circus
Parow
Val du Charron
Wellington
If you forget to bring your kids’ bikes and helmets no problem: they can be rented at R20 per half an hour.
On hot days, they pump up the slip’n’slide!
Aquila Game Reserve
Touws River
Toddlers up to age 3 join games drives for free, kids up to age 11 are half price.
Going on a walk through the bush without the parents is super exciting!
Jonkershoek Hike and Picnic
Stellenbosch
Market @ Bloemendal
Durbanville
Lourensford Twilight Market
Somerset West
Open Air Cinema
Kirstenbosch
Open Art Studio for Families
V&A Waterfront
Simon’s Town Ghost Walk
Simon's Town
It’s a playful way to introduce kids to Simon’s Town history.
It’s great fun to bring a flashlight and be spooked a little!
Zeitz MOCAA
V&A Waterfront
Having kids learn about art in a world-class museum is simply fantastic.
Riding the museum’s glass elevator high up to the 6th floor makes tummies tickle.
Cat Café
Somerset West
Kids can ‘adopt’ a cat for R120 a month. It stays at the café and is a great way to see if your child is mature enough to have a cat at home.
You can feed the cats little treats and they’ll love you even more!
Pizza Market Day
Paarl
Seaside Village Easter Market
Big Bay
Camphill Village Country Market
Camphill Village
New Moon Walk
Somerset West
Peter Pan musical
Milnerton
Lourendsford Market
Somerset West
Vegan Market Easter Hunt
Plumstead
Promenade Monday
Sea Point
Spier Easter Egg Hunt
Stellenbosch
Shakespeare Schools Festival
Foreshore
Scarborough Fair
Scarborough
The Greatest Little Circus Show
Foreshore
Pinotage & Biltong Festival
Paarl
Concert in the Park
Gardens
Plastic-Free Oceans Beach Run
Table View
Family Day at Norval Foundation
Steenberg
Harfield Village Carnival
Claremont
Family Easter Egg Hunt
Capri
Healthy Kids are Cool Market
Noordhoek
Butterfly Art Project
CBD
Easter Egg Run
Panorama
Battery Park Sunset Series
Foreshore
Chicago the Musical
Foreshore
Buitenverwachting
Constantia
The artisanal coffee is roasted on site, with roaster Warren offering delicious tastings.
The home-made cakes and pastries are a real treat.
Mont Rochelle
Franschhoek
With a focus on sustainability, the farm makes sure its supply chains are ethical and the food locally sourced.
Kids love to play boules, crocket, Jenga, dominos and with the giant chess set.
Moreson
Franschhoek
The farm supports a number of animal-related charities through its Miss Molly wine range.
Playing hide and seek along the winding pathways of the garden is awesome!
Simonsvlei
Paarl
No-frills food, casual atmosphere and friendly service.
Kids have fun feeding the ducks in the pond!
La Motte
Franschhoek
Walking along the scenic hiking trail that starts next to the restaurants and winds its way along the vineyards and through the fynbos is a treat.
Kids love to while away the time with crayons and colouring in paper, inspired by Pierneef.
Hartenberg
Stellenbosch
The walking trails in a tranquil 65 hectare wetland conservation area are fun for the whole family.
Climbing the massive trees by the picnic area is awesome.
Eikendal
Stellenbosch and Somerset West
Ending the day with a stroll through the vineyards, choosing one of the two clearly marked routes, is fabulous.
The tractor rides on weekends (September to April) are a blast!
Groot Constantia
Constantia
You can take a free audio tour to explore the farm, its rich history and Cape Dutch architecture.
Kids love strolling around the farm with its lily pond and lots of ducks.
Marianne
Stellenbosch
There is live music on Friday evenings.
The resident peacocks delight the kids, while the small forest alongside the pond is a great place for exploration.
Stellenbosch Vineyards
Stellenbosch
The (alcoholic) infusion & marshmallow tasting makes for a special experience.
The vineyard's caramel & popping candy chocolate is delish!
Skilpadvlei
Stellenbosch
The restaurant no longer serves plastic straws to help save the environment.
There are lots of outdoor toys and sometimes a jumping castle!
Under Oaks
Paarl
The harvest platter comes highly recommended.
There are special red kids’ tables where little ones can enjoy their own lunch party.
Dunstone
Wellington
The knowledgeable staff offers lovely tours of the winery.
Kids love playing mini golf and mini soccer while waiting for the food to be served.
Vrede en Lust
Klapmuts
Chef Jean Pierre Smith is famous for his artisan sourdough breads.
There's an activity pack that includes crayons, paper and a sticker book (to be purchased for a small fee).
Zorgvliet
Stellenbosch
The nice outdoor wine tasting area has stunning views.
The kids’ picnic basket contains a small toy!
Eagles’ Nest
Constantia
It’s quiet and intimate in midst of nature.
Kids like splashing in the stream on warm days (bring extra clothing).
Vredenheim
Stellenbosch
The vineyard offers, food, wine & gin tasting, a playpark and wildlife all in one venue.
The 3pm feeding of the big cats is not to be missed!
Le Pommier
Stellenbosch
The occasional Sunday spit braais (check if it’s on before you go) are perfect for a leisurely family lunch.
Kids love feeding the lama, goats, rabbits and guinea pigs!
Meerendal
Durbanville
The well-trained staff pays extra attention to children.
The buttermilk and apple pancakes are a kids’ favourite (breakfast only).
Constantia Uitsig
Constantia
The service is fantastic and the food delicious.
Trying to balance on the wobbly skateboards on springs is lots of fun!
Dornier
Stellenbosch
All ingredients are locally sourced and fresh.
Kids dig the chicken, tomato and cheddar Flammkuchen.
Weltevreden
Stellenbosch
The Jonkerhuis 1817 restaurant serves the most delicious beer and treacle-braised pork belly.
The milkshakes are awesome!
Mulderbosch
Stellenbosch
The charcuterie and cheese boards with fresh bread are scrumptious.
Kids like rolling down the hilly lawns.
Middelvlei
Stellenbosch
Join the wine blending experience and create a personalized bottle of your own wine to take home!
Kids love to devour Ouma Annie’s delicious pumpkin fritters.
Villiera
Stellenbosch
The farm has a big focus on sustainability: it largely uses solar power, does rainwater harvesting and planted thousands of indigenous trees.
Enthusiastic guides make the game drive a fun learning experience.
Backsberg
Klapmuts
The wine tasting is free of charge if you book for lunch.
Three tiny kids tables and benches allow kids to have their lunch in style!
La Bourgogne
Franschhoek
The estate has created their own range of five chocolates infused with their wines.
Splashing in the little stream on a hot day is lots of fun.
Franschhoek Cellar
Franschhoek
The wine tastings paired with Belgian chocolate or handmade cheese are scrumptious.
The free golf cart ride from the parking lot is a bonus that makes kids’ hearts jump with laughter.
Allée Bleue
Franschhoek
The 200 hectare estate also farm delicious fruit and a wide range of herbs.
Yummy pizzas are made in an outdoor oven on site.
Grande Provence
Franschhoek
The estate’s art gallery shows a selection of established and emerging South African artists.
There is lots of lawn space to kick a ball and run wild.
Creation
Hemel and Aarde Valley
There is an aromatic tea and food pairing for those who still have to drive.
Kids like to while away the time with Lego and building blocks.
Rhebokskloof
Paarl
The picnic baskets are filled with delicious, healthy treats.
Kids love to explore the little footpaths around the dam.
Boschendal
Franschhoek
In summer (November – February), the concert picnics make for a relaxed and romantic family outing.
Kids love to play in the organic garden's water feature!
Nitida
Durbanville
The mountain views are beautiful and the service very friendly.
Kids can play and draw on little plastic tables right next to where the adults are sitting.
Bloemendal
Durbanville
It's a very relaxed setting, especially fun for families with small children.
There are lots of slides and play houses in a magical forest!
Noble Hill
Klapmuts
A great opportunity to take home some of their excellent cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil.
The picnic baskets come with bubbles to blow for extra fun.
Laborie
Paarl
The extremely friendly waiters always make an effort to make kids happy.
The grape juice tasting makes children feel all grown up!
Leopard’s Leap
Franschhoek
The food and wine pairing experience (Fridays at 12:00) comes highly recommended.
Kids adore playing in the little stream that runs through the garden by the play area.
Warwick
Stellenbosch
The ‘bench on the lawn’ and ‘forest courtyard benches’ picnic spots are in close proximity to the jungle gym.
Going on the vineyard safari in fun – even though the ‘Big 5’ are grape varieties, not animals.
Vergenoegd Löw
Stellenbosch
Instead of pesticides, the farm uses 1000 runner ducks to eat snails and bugs in the vineyards.
The deli's bakery section offers the yummiest treats!
Tokara Deli
Stellenbosch
End the meal with a short, scenic walk through the olive groves and vineyard.
Kids love taking a ride (or more) on the sculpture of bulls in growing sizes.
Vergelegen
Somerset West
The outdoor lounge seating on the bistro’s terrace creates a very relaxed atmosphere.
There is a fun jungle gym and lots of space to run around.
Lourensford
Somerset West
The wine and chocolate tasting is a winner.
Running through the fountain-style water feature! (bring costumes and towels)
Babylonstoren
Klapmuts
The deli farm shop sells delicious breads, preserves and lots of kitchen designer items.
You can sit on a pumpkin the size of yourself!
Blaauwklippen
Stellenbosch
End the day with a delicious chocolate, fudge or macaron wine pairing. There are gin tastings, too!
The massive jungle gym comes with a zip line, and there's a big lawn to kick a ball.
Spier
Stellenbosch
Lots of different things to do for kids (and adults) of all ages.
Older kids love playing with the 'talking sculptures' art installation at the entrance to the farm.
Fairview
Paarl
You can stock up on delicious goats and other cheeses to take home.
Children like feeding and petting the goats!
Zip Zap Circus
Foreshore
Your kids will be awed, while you are supporting a good cause at the same time.
Kids love seeing other kids perform and to be able to identify with them.
Grand Arena
Goodwood
On a cold or rainy day, you can spend the whole day here, pursuing different activities.
Kids love the buzz and all the shiny lights.
Baxter Theatre
Rondebosch
It's lots of fun to have a drink at the retro but very stylish bar that overlooks the foyer.
Going to a real grown-up theatre to see a show is very cool.
Artscape
Foreshore
There's comfortable seating, relatively easy parking, but often long bathroom queues.
Kids like playing on the massive set of stairs before and after the show.
Lilliput Players
Cape Town
Each play is staged with a lot of humour to delight kids of all ages.
Kids love seeing their favourite children’s stories come to life.
Llandudno beach
Llandudno
It's a top spot for a sunset picnic.
Kids love climbing the granite boulders at either end of the beach.
Soetwater tidal pools
btw Kommetjie and Scarborough
The pool is located in midst of a rich biodiversity area.
There is a deep pool to swim and a shallow one to splish and splash.
De Kom lagoon and tidal pool
Kommetjie
Flamingos love to visit this spot!
Kids like to explore the Slangkop Lighthouse nearby.
Buffels Bay tidal pools
Cape Point
It’s a great spot for hiking and cycling, too.
You can spot a zebra, ostrich or eland close to the pool.
Wooley’s Pool
btw Kalk Bay and Clovelly
The big flat rocks next to the pool are a great place to sit and watch the kids.
Kids love how the waves crash over the rocks during high tide.
Glencairn tidal pool
Glencairn
The beach lends itself to long strolls along the water and is dog-friendly.
The rocks in the pool are a great spot to look for little fish, crabs and tiny starfish.
Miller’s Point tidal pool
Miller's Point
It’s almost never crowded due to its secret location.
During whale season, and with luck, you can watch humpbacks jump as you go down the slide.
Dalebrook tidal pool
St James
The pool is in walking distance from many yummy lunch places in Kalk Bay.
The rocks inside the pool are fun to climb on and jump off.
St James tidal pool
St James
This beautiful pool almost seamlessly melts into the ocean.
The water gets deeper very gradually, so that non-swimmers can have a carefree time.
Muizenberg Waterslides
Muizenberg
It's a great location with scenic views of the mountains and the sea, and good value for money.
Because each slide has a different speed, kids of all ages can join the fun.
Muizenberg Swimming Pool
Muizenberg
Eight lifeguards on duty (in high season) make sure all swimmers are super safe.
Apart from the beach, there are a jungle gym, mini golf and a waterslide park right next door.
Water World
Strand
It's an awesome family park that caters to kids of all ages, from 0 to 14.
Kids love to hold hands with their best friend as they shoot down the double speed slide.
Bakoven beach
Bakoven
The boulders provide some shade on hot days and a sense of privacy.
Playing hide and seek between the boulders is the best!
Maiden’s Cove tidal pools
Clifton
The views of the Twelve Apostles, Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean are exquisite.
Different pools, a play area and grass to run - a kids' paradise!
Camps Bay beach & tidal pool
Camps Bay
Apart from all the obvious perks, there are lots of (restaurant) toilets nearby!
Kids love walking around the tidal pool’s stone walls and jumping off!
Clifton 4th
Clifton
A trendy yet family friendly beach option, easy to reach from town.
There's lots of space to play ball and many other kids around.
Sea Point Swimming Pool
Sea Point
Families love the different pool options for kids of different ages.
Jumping off the diving board is thrilling every time.
Long Street Baths
CBD
Parents love the nostalgic architecture and the old-world wall tiles.
Kids are allowed to jump in from the side of the pool.
Bamboo Garden
Kraaifontein
In winter, a cosy indoor fireplace keeps the whole family warm.
The popular Bugz Playpark is right next door, so you can make a day of it!
Whole Earth Café
Scarborough
The small deli and gift store sells beautifully handcrafted items.
The kids’ hot chocolate is deeeeelicious!
Good Thyme Café
Milnerton
They often run meal specials for kids under 12.
Zooming down the double slide, while holding hands with a friend is just the best.
The Pink Olive
Table View
A great place to combine plant shopping with a cup of coffee and a short play outing.
The colouring-in activities at the table are fun while waiting for the food to arrive.
Knus Karoo Kombuis
Paarl
The small but well-curated gift shop sells original items from the Karoo, including wool and cosy blankets.
The gourmet kiddies’ caramel milkshake is delish (and a fab desert replacement)!
St. Omer Farm
Paarl
It's a great opportunity to buy some extremely well-priced plants on the way out.
Kids can’t get enough of the Nutella sandwiches!
Cape Town Fish Market
V&A Waterfront
The eatery offers a vast menu with an overall impressive quality of food.
Each kid gets a set of stackable crayons and a drawing book with stickers.
Zur Holzbucht
Hout Bay
Hands down the best German cuisine in town. Try the pork knuckle and Apfelstrudel.
The jungle gym looks like a knight’s castle.
Suikerbossie
Hout Bay
The hosts are superb, with great attention to detail.
It’s as carefree as playing in a friend’s garden.
96 Winery Road
Somerset West
It's wholesome food cooked with care.
The children’s dishes are served in a fun picnic box.
Franky’s Diner
Sea Point
Feel a wave of nostalgia when choosing songs from the jukebox.
The shakes are yum. Kiwi & Bubblegum is a kids’ favourite.
Two Oceans Restaurant
Cape Point
The view is priceless!
Riding on the cable train up to the lighthouse is not to be missed!
JanKan
Paarl
The ‘roosterkoek’ (bread cooked on a barbecue) made on an open fire bring back wholesome childhood memories.
Bottle feeding the baby goats is too cute!
RideIn Café
Stellenbosch
There are free (and clean) shower blocks for those who stop off after a ride.
The home-baked cakes are delicious!
Mont Marie
Stellenbosch
The restaurant offers exceptional service and one of the best views in the valley.
Catching (and releasing) fish in the dam is great fun!