Attractions in Mowbray
Distances are from the town centre.
The Company's Garden - Cape Town
The Company’s Garden, located in the Cape Town City Bowl, is a historic public park and heritage site that dates back to the 1650s. Originally established by the Dutch East India Company (VOC) as a vegetable garden to supply fresh produce to passing ships, it is the oldest cultivated garden in So...
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - Cape Town
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens in Newlands, Cape Town was established in 1913 with the primary goal of preserving the unique and diverse flora of South Africa. Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town, it was the first botanical garden in the world dedicated to a cou...
Greenmarket Square, Cape Town
Greenmarket Square, located neatly in Cape Town's CBD, is one of the city's oldest and most vibrant public spaces. Established in 1696, the square was originally used as a marketplace where fresh produce was sold by the first settlers. Over time, it has transformed into a lively hub for local art...
National Library of South Africa - Cape Town Campus
The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) - Cape Town Campus is one of the oldest libraries in the country and serves as a custodian of South Africa’s literary and documentary heritage. Its origins date back to 1818 when it was founded as the South African Public Library. The initial collection...
Cape Gourmet Festival - Cape Town
The Cape Gourmet Festival is an annual culinary event held in Cape Town, celebrating South Africa's rich food and wine culture. The festival typically spans several days, featuring a range of events, from wine tastings and gourmet food stalls to cooking demonstrations by renowned chefs. It draws ...
iZiko South African Museum and Planetarium - CapeTown
The South African Museum and Planetarium, located in the Company’s Garden in Cape Town, is a premier institution dedicated to exploring the natural and cultural history of South Africa and the universe. Founded in 1825, the South African Museum is one of the oldest museums in the country and hous...
Museum of Dogs - Gardens, Cape Town
The Museum of Dogs in the Cape Town City Bowl, located at 95 Keerom Street, Gardens, offers a unique and delightful exploration of the historical and cultural significance of dogs. Established to celebrate the enduring bond between humans and their canine companions, the museum features an extens...
Long Street - Cape Town City Bowl
Long Street is one of Cape Town’s most recognisable urban arteries, stretching through the heart of the City Bowl with a character that blends historic charm and contemporary energy. Lined with Victorian-era buildings, wrought-iron balconies, and a mix of colonial and more modern architecture, th...
Heritage Square - Cape Town City Centre
Heritage Square is a historic and vibrant complex located in the heart of Cape Town's city centre. It is a beautifully restored 18th-century courtyard surrounded by a collection of old Cape Dutch and Georgian buildings, which have been repurposed to house a variety of restaurants, boutique shops,...
Labia Theatre - Gardens, Cape Town
The Labia Theatre, located at 68 Orange Street in Gardens, Cape Town, is the oldest independent cinema in South Africa. The Labia, originally an Italian Embassy ballroom, was opened by Dowager Princess Labia in May 1949 as a theatre for the staging of live performances. Known for its eclectic and...
Skeleton Gorge Hike - Table Mountain, Cape Town
The Skeleton Gorge Hike is one of the most popular and challenging routes up Table Mountain, beginning in the lush Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on the eastern slopes. Known for its steep ascent and stunning scenery, Skeleton Gorge provides a unique blend of fynbos, forested ravines, and...
Van Riebeeck Hedge - Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Cape Town
The Van Riebeeck Hedge is a living historical monument situated within the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens in Newlands, Cape Town. It dates back to the mid-1660s when Dutch settlers, led by Jan van Riebeeck, planted a protective barrier of indigenous wild almond trees (Brabejum stellatifo...
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...
Bo-Kaap Museum - Cape Town
The Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum, located in the heart of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town, is a cultural and historical gem that offers a fascinating insight into the rich heritage of the Cape Malay community. Housed in one of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to the 1760s, the museum w...
Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront - Cape Town
Nestled in the heart of Cape Town’s bustling V&A Waterfront, Battery Park is a charming green oasis that offers visitors a serene escape from the lively harbour surroundings. With sweeping views of Table Mountain and the city skyline, this urban park combines natural beauty with historical signif...
Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village - Green Point
The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village in Green Point, Cape Town, is a trendy and vibrant shopping and lifestyle destination that combines retail, dining, and cultural experiences in a charming setting. Located in the heart of Green Point, this stylish village is known for its unique blend of modern ...
Kloof Street - Gardens, Cape Town
Kloof Street is one of Cape Town’s most engaging urban strips, running along the foothills of Table Mountain and forming a lively connection between the City Bowl and the slopes of the mountain above. Historically, the area developed as part of Cape Town’s expansion beyond the original colonial c...
De Waterkant Village, Cape Town
A popular attraction in Cape Town, South Africa, De Waterkant Village is conveniently situated between the spectacular Table Mountain and the famous V&A Waterfront. This unique village is upmarket and colourful with semi detached cottages. It is near to many fine restaurants, galleries and pubs. ...
Bo-Kaap Market - Cape Town
The new Bo-Kaap Market, perched on the vibrant corner of Yusuf Drive and Pentz Street in historic Bo-Kaap, Cape Town, has rapidly become one of the neighbourhood’s most compelling cultural additions. Officially opened in mid-February 2026 after soft trading since late 2025, this open-air market c...
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa - Cape Town
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is one of the most prominent art institutions in Africa, located in the heart of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. Housed in a historic grain silo that has been spectacularly transformed into a contemporary architectural masterpiece, the museum ...