Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Cape Town Central
THE 10 BEST Indoor Things to Do in Cape Town Central on a Rainy Day
Best Activities for a Rainy Day in Cape Town Central
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What travellers are saying
- sambob52East Riding of Yorkshire, UK34 contributionsBeautiful area to visit - plenty of shops to browse, plenty of restaurants (the best steak ever according to my other half) at the City Grill. Vibrant area with lots going on. Great during the day and at night. The tour boat trip was informative. The seal platforms are amazing could stand and watch them for hours.Written 16 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Simon NLondon, UK130 contributionsNice aquarium around the V&A waterfront. The weather wasn't great in Cape Town, hence decided for an activity that was sheltered. The aquarium have a range of aquatic animals, along with specific activities during the day that is listed on a timetable as you enter. The most impressive display is the large tank which houses a range of sealife, the most impressive being a whale shark!
Though the aquarium is nice, it was a bit smaller than I had anticipated so we were pretty much done within an hour and a bit surprised when we had reached the end. However, it is still a great place to visit especially when the weather isn't too great!Written 9 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Christina O21 contributionsSuper interesting guided tour of the Diamond Museum including a visit to the Shimansky showroom. Every tour is private and our guide Aloma was very knowledgable and welcoming. Definitely worth a visit!Written 10 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tita ElvieCanada102 contributionsIf you visit Cape Town, you need to visit this museum. It is truly important to know about Apartheid and how it has impacted South Africa. The museum is well done and make sure to arrive at a time where you can take the tour. The tour made the experience significantly better.Written 10 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jason KanaheleHonolulu, HI11 contributionsGood Boutique shops, Food Vendors - Turkish, Ghananian, Vegan, Greek, and good south african house dj music. Friendly atmosphere for families also. Drinks are available. Saturday is busy. Would highly recommend in cape townWritten 25 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- alandbondBury St. Edmunds, UK12 contributionsMy wife and I came across this extraordinary tour option located within the modern Groote Schuur hospital complex in Cape Town.
Tells the story of Dr Christian Barnard who in 1967 became the first doctor to successful transplant a heart, taken from a young woman killed in a motor accident, into a middle aged nan suffering heart failure.
The original operating theatres are preserved and set up as they would have been at the time.
4 tours a day which last up to two hours and which are led by extremely knowledgeable guides who really bring things to life and are immensely courteous and helpful.
Quite extraordinary and highly recommended and thought provoking.Written 6 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - 10dedeMauritius73 contributionsGood shopping mall, but to be honest you could easily just shop at V&A waterfront. Many shops and easy to get uber or bolt back home.Written 29 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Oliver SOntario, Canada4 contributionsWe enjoyed our tour to the Jewish Museum. We learned quite alot of history involving the jewish culture in Cape Town. The building is incredibly beautiful. The Guide Rick was also very knowledgeable.Written 19 August 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Venture593520West Kirby, UK20 contributionsMy husband is an artist and sculptor and will always enjoy a gallery visit and I am happy to accompany him. What made this visit so good was the tour and talk by the in house art historian Rory.
With an encyclopaedic knowledge of the building and the art he kept the group captivated for an hour. If you visit the gallery do attend the tour.
The building is the star attraction and as an old granary seeing the roof where the old silos where is fascinating. The cafe is great food and good value.Written 25 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Calgaryskichick222 contributionsLots to see here, from Egyptian installations to apartheid exhibits. A little eclectic for sure, but definitely worth a visit. Very friendly staff.Written 4 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 195bushbunnyTottenham NSW Australia61 contributionsThis is a great way to fill in an afternoon.
The exhibits are well presented, and the entrance staff extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
It would have been nice to have a cuppa, but unfortunately there is no kiosk service inside the buildingWritten 30 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Erik LJohannesburg, South Africa115 contributionsThe center is big and provides different sizes of room. The main issue is probably the limited number of café and restaurants.
The centre is on two floors and (very) long. Keep this in mind when moving from one room to the other.Written 2 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Fred CastroBrasilia, DF442 contributionsEverything was perfect, the place is bautiful, the wines are great, but the best part was Yanda, the wine advisor, who taught us a lot, was patient, polite and very kind. Thanks.Written 7 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- uk familyHeybridge, UK125 contributionsA beautiful cathedral. We visited for the Christmas day service. The liturgy and music were fantastic. The archbishop gave a great sermon. Would recommend.Written 25 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WaynegreavesScunthorpe, UK154 contributionsThe rollercoaster of emotions one experiences along your journey through the museum is down to the professionalism in the display, layout and information. This is how a museum should be.Written 4 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.