Attractions in Pinelands, Cape Town
Distances are from the town centre.
Table Bay - Cape Town, Western Cape
Although the Cape was first explored by Bartolomeu Dias in the late 1400's it was on in 1652 that Cape Town was founded by the Dutch explorer, Jan Van Riebeek. And during this period the natural bay on the west coast of South Africa, just north of the Cape Peninsula, was named Table Bay. The bay ...
Table Bay Nature Reserve - Milnerton, Cape Town
Table Bay Nature Reserve: A Coastal Sanctuary in the Heart of Cape Town Stretching along the northern shores of Table Bay and forming a green belt between Cape Town’s urban sprawl and the Atlantic Ocean, the Table Bay Nature Reserve is a haven for biodiversity, birdwatching, and nature-lovers ...
Granger Bay Harbour - Cape Town
Granger Bay Harbour, located in Cape Town, is a bustling and picturesque area situated along the city's coastline. Positioned near the V&A Waterfront and adjacent to the Cape Town Stadium, Granger Bay Harbour serves as an important part of the city's maritime and tourism infrastructure. The harbo...
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...
Milnerton Rugby Club - Milnerton, Cape Town
The Milnerton Rugby Club, based in Milnerton, Cape Town, is one of the oldest and most respected rugby clubs in the Western Cape. Established in 1932, the club, commonly referred to as Mighty Milnerton or Mighty Mili, has a rich tradition of fostering rugby talent and a strong community spirit. T...
Green Point Market - Cape Town
The Green Point Market was a famous flea market located near the Cape Town Stadium (old Green Point Stadium) in Cape Town, South Africa. Historically, it was one of the largest and most popular markets in the city, operating every Sunday and offering a wide variety of goods, including African cra...
Cape Town Stadium - Green Point, Cape Town
In 2007 the original 18 000 seater Greenpoint Stadium was demolished to make way for the new stadium which played host to some of the 2010 Soccer World Cup. During construction, Cape Town Stadium was unofficially known as Green Point Stadium. During October 2009, the city asked for the public to ...
Royal Cape Golf Club - Wynberg, Cape Town
The Royal Cape Golf Club, located in Wynberg, Cape Town, is South Africa's oldest golf club, established in 1885. Known for its historical significance and beautiful setting, it was initially called the Cape Golf Club and played on sandy grounds in the area now known as Green Point. In 1910, the ...
Flea & Street Markets in Cape Town
Cape Town's flea and street markets are a vibrant tapestry of the city's diverse culture, offering an eclectic mix of goods ranging from handcrafted jewelry, vintage clothing, and artisanal crafts to fresh produce and gourmet street food. Popular markets like the Neighbourgoods Market in Woodstoc...
Green Point Athletic Stadium - Cape Town
Set within the leafy expanse of Green Point’s urban parkland, Green Point Athletic Stadium offers a quieter, more intimate counterpoint to its imposing neighbour, Cape Town Stadium. Yet this is no secondary space. With Table Mountain rising in the distance and the Atlantic breeze never far away, ...
Signal Hill - Cape Town
Signal Hill derives it's name from the days when a semaphore (communication) post on the side of the hill was used to send signals to ships in the harbour. Today, the hill is famous for the noon day gun - a canon that has been fired everyday except Sunday, since 1902. The firing of the noon day g...
Three Peaks Challenge - Cape Town
The Three Peaks Challenge in Cape Town is a challenge with a long history, dating back to March 1897, when a 25-year-old Carl Wilhelm Schneeberger successfully ascended Devil’s Peak, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, starting from, and returning each time, to the old Johannesburg Hotel in Long Stre...
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway - Cape Town
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway provides easy access to the top of Table Mountain to over 800 000 people every year. The purpose of riding in the cableway is to reach the top of Table Mountain, but the trip up is an outing all on its own. You are gently transported both up and down the moun...
Victoria Hospital - Wynberg, Cape Town
Victoria Hospital, located in the suburb of Wynberg in Cape Town, is a vital healthcare institution with a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1889. Originally opened as a small facility to serve the local community, the hospital has grown significantly over the years and now offers ...
Metropolitan Golf Club - Green Point, Cape Town
The Metropolitan Golf Club (Green Point Golf Course), located in Green Point, Cape Town, is a well-regarded golf course known for its challenging layout and picturesque setting. Situated in the Green Point area, near the Cape Town Stadium and the V&A Waterfront, the club offers a convenient and s...
Tygerberg Hospital - Parow, Cape Town
Tygerberg Hospital, located in Parow, Cape Town, is one of South Africa's largest and most prominent academic hospitals. Established in 1976, the hospital serves as a major tertiary care facility and teaching hospital affiliated with Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Scienc...
Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town
Table Mountain National Park stretches from Signal Hill in the north, to Cape Point in the south and is home to the world’s smallest, yet most diverse floral kingdom, The Cape Floristic Region. Whilst standing at Cape Point, it’s hard to believe that you’re standing at the southernmost point of A...
Tygerberg Nature Reserve - Bellville, Cape Town
Tygerberg Nature Reserve is a hidden gem in Cape Town, offering a peaceful retreat within the bustling Northern Suburbs. Located on the slopes of Tygerberg Hill, the reserve spans approximately 309 hectares and is one of the last remaining examples of the critically endangered Swartland Shale Ren...
Green Point Park - Green Point, Cape Town
Green Point Park and Biodiversity Garden, located in Green Point in the heart of Cape Town, is a lush urban oasis that spans 12.5 hectares. Nestled between Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, the park offers a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle, providing both locals and tourists wit...