Attractions in Rondebosch
Distances are from the town centre.
Constantia Valley Grape Run - Cape Town
The Constantia Valley Grape Run is a popular annual trail run held in the scenic Constantia Valley, Cape Town. This event offers participants the unique experience of running through some of the oldest and most prestigious wine estates in South Africa. The route takes runners through the vineyard...
The Shred Skatepark - Cape Town
The Shred Skatepark in Cape Town is a premier indoor skateboarding venue that has become a central hub for skaters of all levels. Located in Paarden Eiland, this expansive facility offers ramps, rails, bowls, and street-style obstacles that cater to beginners and seasoned pros alike. The park's d...
Slave Lodge Museum (Iziko) - Cape Town
The Iziko Slave Lodge, located in the heart of Cape Town, is one of South Africa's oldest buildings and a significant historical site. Established in 1679 by the Dutch East India Company (VOC), the building originally served as a lodging for slaves brought to the Cape from various parts of Africa...
Cape Town Minstrel Carnival (Kaapse Klopse) - Cape Town
The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, also known as the Kaapse Klopse (formerly known as the Coon Carnival), is one of South Africa’s most vibrant and culturally significant festivals, held annually in Cape Town. The carnival takes place on January 2nd, known locally as Tweede Nuwe Jaar ("Second New Y...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Cape Town International Jazz Festival
The Cape Town International Jazz Festival, often referred to as "Africa's Grandest Gathering," is a world-renowned music event that has been a cornerstone of Cape Town's cultural calendar since its inception in 2000. The festival was originally known as the North Sea Jazz Festival Cape Town, a si...
Cape Town International Convention Centre
The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is a premier venue for conferences, exhibitions, and events in Cape Town, South Africa. Situated in the heart of the city's central business district, shadowed by Table Mountain, the CTICC is a world-class facility designed to accommodate a wi...
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...
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...
Constantia Village Shopping Mall - Cape Town
Constantia Village Shopping Mall is an upscale shopping destination located in the heart of the lush Constantia Valley in Cape Town. Known for its elegant ambiance and wide variety of high-end stores, the mall serves both locals and visitors seeking a premium shopping experience. The mall is desi...
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...
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 ...
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,...