Bay Harbour Market
Bay Harbour Market
4.5
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
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IMAGINE ….. a place where the creative energy and the vibrancy of Cape Town come alive in an authentic fish factory in a working harbour …. where people of all ages and cultures gather alongside one another to celebrate our unique South African spirit …. where the hustle and bustle of a boisterous market fills the air …… where local traders exchange banter with customers …. “that’s a bargain, fo sho!” … an eclectic stylish wonderland of exquisite art, craft, jewellery and fashion …. complemented by the delicious aromas of food to tempt all the senses…freshly baked breads, spicy seafood and citrus fruits … you pass a robotic mime drawing gasps from giggling kids … the sound of a township guitarist and a groovy sax …… punctuated by singing seagulls …. where the famous beauty of Chapman’s Peak looms overhead ………. and the vibe is just sommer lekker!
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Jurgen B
Brussels, Belgium2 848 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Too touristy, to our surprise, but enough locals too. Really the place to be. Food stalls and shops all interesting
Written 13 November 2023
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suzzz717
Goytre, UK11 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
The market caters for all tastes and even entertainment while you eat lov atmosphere very friendly. Lots of different trinkets and some clothes to buy . A good variety of local artwork to .
Written 3 November 2023
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DayTrip31686755353
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Friends
Very disturbing ugly and bad experience. They have a specif kind of people they want there. We definitely seem so unwelcome to a point where all the security guys were instructed to follow us around so we left.. Oohhh it didn't end they took pictures of our car and red flagged us as criminals claiming that we snatched a handbag and cellphone.. To a point that a case was open but up until now we are still waiting for the police to come also I would love to see the evidence and I ask how did they let us go and not have us arrested. This market total ruined my Cape Town experience and I would never ever recommend it to anyone.
Written 23 October 2023
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dennys34
Giessen, Germany3 865 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
Small market with lots of foods, and some artist things to buy like clothes shoes, T-shirts, jewelry, and other stuff /
It’s OK for a stroll
It’s OK for a stroll
Written 8 April 2023
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Quintin v
4 contributions
Feb 2023
its nice to be there on friday , there is music, mexican food, ice cream, Belgian waffels,
Sushi, Pizza (Also Gluten-Free) ,Nice Shops ,massages, a bar, oysters, wijn and much more.
Sushi, Pizza (Also Gluten-Free) ,Nice Shops ,massages, a bar, oysters, wijn and much more.
Written 4 February 2023
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Faedah
Cape Town, South Africa176 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
The entrance to the Bay harbour market is a bit obscure and os located on the corner of the street diagonally across from the well-known “fish on the rocks”
There is a wide variety of food stalls including halaal and vegetarian options. you can also find waffles, pancakes, ice creams etc. the wide array of food and drinks coupled with live band provides a festive atmosphere and therefore highly recommended.
The mini lamb burgers at the halaal stall was delicious. Three mini burgers and chips was R160, and great value for money.
There are lots of “craft type” stalls with handmade goods as well as great gift options for tourists to take home.
There is a wide variety of food stalls including halaal and vegetarian options. you can also find waffles, pancakes, ice creams etc. the wide array of food and drinks coupled with live band provides a festive atmosphere and therefore highly recommended.
The mini lamb burgers at the halaal stall was delicious. Three mini burgers and chips was R160, and great value for money.
There are lots of “craft type” stalls with handmade goods as well as great gift options for tourists to take home.
Written 1 February 2023
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SabineWood
3 contributions
Sep 2022
Love the vibe and the energy of this place. Friday nights are a great treat with the live performances.
Written 1 November 2022
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Jeannine Evans
Cape Town, South Africa5 contributions
Oct 2022
Have eaten there many times and always a good experience. Love the Sushi - very fresh and so well priced. Enjoyed the pizza too and LOVE the Portuguese custart tarts. Music great!
Written 6 October 2022
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jacquinaysmith1957
Penicuik, UK12 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
Lovely walk through market with nice stalls and eateries. Good masseuse too. Very varied and great atmosphere
Written 7 February 2022
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Anjali D
12 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
A very nice market in a beautiful setting, but I felt it offers a pretty similar experience to some of the other markets near Cape Town, such as the weekend market at Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock.
Written 20 November 2021
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Dee B
Johannesburg, South Africa47 contributions
Can I buy a evening dress there?
LynetteGerber
Port Elizabeth, South Africa52 contributions
Nope. two or three small stalls with clothes. informal. limited stock.
Caglar O
Pretoria, South Africa3 contributions
Is this place open on particular days only?
bayharbourmkt
Cape Town, South Africa2 contributions
yes, only Fri 5-9pm and Sat/Sun 9.30-4pm
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Harbour Market
- Bay Harbour Market is open:
- Fri - Fri 17:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun 09:30 - 16:00
- Hotels near Bay Harbour Market:
- (0.16 km) Hout Bay Backpackers
- (0.09 km) Ryan's Place. Self contained 2 bedroomed on sea
- (0.23 km) Villa Afrique
- (0.34 km) Beach House Guest House
- (0.26 km) Seacliffe Lodge
- Restaurants near Bay Harbour Market:
- (0.14 km) Mariner's Wharf
- (0.15 km) The Wharfside Grill
- (0.26 km) Muriel's
- (0.35 km) Dario's Cafe
- (0.30 km) The Vic Bistro & Bar