Attractions near Cat's Eye Cottage
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Eden on the Bay Shopping Mall, Big Bay - Cape Town
Eden on the Bay is a vibrant beachfront shopping mall located in Big Bay, Bloubergstrand, Cape Town. It is known for its stunning views of Table Mountain and Robben Island, offering visitors a unique shopping, dining, and lifestyle experience right by the ocean. Opened in 2009, the mall has becom...
Longridge Wine Estate - nr Stellenbosch, Cape Town
The Longridge Wine Estate was established in 1994 near Raithby between Somerset West and Stellenbosch on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain. Longridge is a 49 hectare farm with over 23 hectares of vineyards. The modern cellar is situated in the heart of the wine producing area in the Western C...
Ken Forrester Vineyards - Raithby, Cape Winelands
Ken Forrester Vineyards, located in the picturesque Raithby area near Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands, is one of South Africa's premier wine estates, specializing in Chenin Blanc. Originally named Zandberg in 1689, the Scholtzenhof farm is one of the oldest wine farms in the Cape. The beautifu...
Rhodes Memorial - Devil's Peak, Cape Town
The Rhodes Memorial is an iconic landmark situated on the slopes of Devil's Peak, Rondebosch, Cape Town, honoring British colonialist Cecil John Rhodes. Built between 1910 and 1912 and designed by Sir Herbert Baker, the memorial sits on land that was once part of Rhodes’ Groote Schuur estate. Its...
University of Cape Town - Western Cape
1829 saw the birth of an institution that would change education in South Africa... but nothing happens overnight. The South African College, which was a high school for boys was opened in 1829 in the Weeshuis on Long Street, Cape Town. In 1841 the school moved to the Egyptian Building which is l...
The Groote Schuur Estate - Rondebosch, Cape Town
Named after part the Granary that was built on the estate in 1667 by the Dutch East India Company, De Groote Schuur (The Big Barn) was to become far more important to South Africa than the Trading Company that had it built. In 1870, over 200 years after it was built Cecil John Rhodes arrived in N...
Newlands Cricket Ground - Newlands, Cape Town
Newlands Cricket Ground, located in the leafy suburb of Newlands in Cape Town, is one of the most iconic cricket venues in the world. Established in 1888, it is the second-oldest cricket ground in South Africa, following St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth. The ground’s picturesque setting, with T...
Josephine Mill Museum - Newlands, Cape Town
The Josephine Mill Museum in Newlands, Cape Town, is a beautifully restored watermill with deep historical significance. Established in 1840, it is one of the last remaining authentic water mills in the Cape Town area and offers a glimpse into Cape Town’s early industrial era. Situated along the ...
Drakenstein Lion Park - nr Klapmuts, Paarl
The Drakenstein Lion Park, located between Klapmuts and Paarl in the Western Cape, is a sanctuary dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of lions that have been born or raised in captivity and cannot be released into the wild. Established in 1998, the park provides a safe, spacious environmen...
Oktober Bierfest - Newlands, Cape Town
The Oktober Bierfest in Cape Town is held at the Newlands Brewery Village Green in Newlands, Cape Town. The event will take place during the month of October. The Oktober Bierfest is modelled on the world renowned Oktoberfest in Europe. It is the biggest festival and attracts millions of visit...
Wolfgat Nature Reserve - Mitchells Plain, Cape Town
The Wolfgat Nature Reserve is a 248-hectare coastal reserve located in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town. The reserve is renowned for its rich biodiversity, cultural significance, and stunning coastal scenery. Established in the 1980s, Wolfgat Nature Reserve was created to protect the unique Cape Fla...
Lushof Wine Estate - nr Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
Lushof Wine Estate is fourteen hectares of immaculately cultivated Helderberg vineyards high on the slopes of the Helderberg. Lushof Wine Estate is a small family run farm which has made its mark on the Stellenbosch Wine Route. The Lushof Wine Estate has spectacular views overlooking False Bay an...
Big Bay Beach - Bloubergstrand, Cape Town
Big Bay Beach, located in Bloubergstrand, Cape Town, is a popular destination known for its stunning views, water sports, and family-friendly atmosphere. The beach offers iconic panoramic views of Table Mountain and Robben Island, making it one of the most photographed spots in Cape Town. Feat...
Port of Cape Town - Western Cape
Situated in Table Bay, the Port of Cape Town is the one of the busiest ports in South Africa, second only to Durban as a container port. It is positioned along one of the world’s busiest trade routes and handles the largest amount of fresh fruit. The history of the port traces its roots back t...
Blaauwberg Nature Reserve - Cape Town
Blaauwberg Nature Reserve, located in the Western Cape of South Africa (Not to be confused with the Blouberg Nature Reserve which is located in the Limpopo province) is a stunning natural area known for its diverse ecosystems and panoramic views. Situated along the coastline, just north of Cape T...
Macassar Dunes Reserve - Cape Flats, Cape Town
Macassar Dunes Reserve is a protected natural area located near Mitchells Plain on the Cape Flats in Cape Town, South Africa. This reserve is known for its unique dune ecosystem, which features a combination of sandy dunes, indigenous flora, and a variety of wildlife. It is an important area for ...
Babylonstoren Wine Estate - Simondium, Cape Winelands
Babylonstoren Wine Estate, located in Simondium in the Cape Winelands, is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms in South Africa, dating back to 1692. This iconic estate is renowned for its meticulously preserved architecture, extensive gardens, and world-class wines. With its whitewashed buildings a...
Kingsbury Hospital - Claremont, Cape Town
Kingsbury Hospital in Claremont, Cape Town, is a well-established private healthcare facility known for providing high-quality medical care in a comfortable and patient-centric environment. Founded in 1946, Kingsbury has grown over the decades to become one of the leading hospitals in the region,...
Cavendish Square - Claremont, Cape Town
Cavendish Square is a prominent shopping center located in Claremont, Cape Town, offering a diverse range of retail, dining, and entertainment options. It is a popular destination known for its modern design and extensive selection of stores. An interesting fact about Cavendish Square in Clare...
Yonder Hill Wine Estate - Raithby, Somerset West
Yonder Hill Wine Estate, located near Raithby, approximately 15kms from Somerset West, is a boutique wine estate known for producing high-quality wines with a focus on Bordeaux-style blends. Nestled on the foothills of the Helderberg Mountains, the estate enjoys a prime location with ideal condit...