Attractions near Strand Guesthouse
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The Fringe Handmade Creative Goods Market - Cape Town
The Fringe Handmade Creative Goods Market is a vibrant event in Cape Town, South Africa, celebrating local craftsmanship and creativity. It features a diverse range of handmade products, including jewelry, clothing, home décor, art, and more, all crafted by local artisans and designers. The marke...
The Fugard Theatre - District Six, Cape Town
The 280-seater Fugard Theatre is located within the historic Sacks Futeran building in Cape Town's District Six, with the renovated Congregational Church Hall in Caledon Street as its entrance. Construction of The Fugard Theatre was underwritten by its founding producer Eric Abraham, and is named...
District Six Museum - Cape Town
The District Six Museum, located in Cape Town, serves as a poignant reminder of the forced removals that took place during the apartheid era in South Africa. Established in 1994, the museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of District Six, a vibrant and diverse community that w...
Cape Town Cycle Tour - Cape Town
The Cape Town Cycle Tour (formerly known as the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Momentum Cycle Tour) is an annual cycle race hosted in Cape Town, South Africa, usually 109 km long. It is the first event outside Europe to be included in the International Cycling Union’s Golden Bike Series. South Africa h...
Maclear Beach - Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape Town
Maclear Beach, located within the Cape Point section of the Table Mountain National Park on the Cape Peninsula, is a secluded and pristine coastal gem. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, Maclear Beach offers visitors an escape into the wild, untouched landscapes of...
Clay Café - Hout Bay, Cape Town
Tucked into the verdant valley of Hout Bay, the Clay Café offers a charming blend of creative indulgence and relaxed dining. As you arrive on Main Road, you’ll be greeted by a lush garden setting and large open patio where every table seems to invite you to linger. The café, which has been family...
Two Oceans Marathon - Cape Town
The Two Oceans Marathon is a renowned annual running event held in Cape Town, South Africa. It is celebrated for its scenic routes that showcase some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. History and Overview: The Two Oceans Marathon, first held in 1970, is named for its unique cour...
Cape Town City Hall & Grande Parade - Cape Town
Cape Town City Hall, an iconic and historic building, is located in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. Built in 1905, it is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks and is known for its magnificent Edwardian architectural style. Situated on the Grand Parade, the building has played a cent...
Strooidak Kerk (Church) - Paarl, Cape Winelands
The Strooidak Kerk (Church), also known as the Paarl Strooidak Church, is a historic church located in Paarl in the Western Cape. The church’s name, “Strooidak,” which means “thatched roof” in Afrikaans, reflects its unique design and traditional Cape Dutch architecture, including a thatched roof...
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...
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 Red Herring Trading Post - Noordhoek, Cape Town
The Red Herring Trading Post is a charming and eclectic establishment located in Noordhoek, a picturesque suburb of Cape Town known for its stunning natural beauty and laid-back atmosphere. Situated at the gateway to the scenic Noordhoek Beach and surrounded by lush landscapes, the Red Herring Tr...
The Old Slave Tree Memorial - Cape Town
The Old Slave Tree Memorial in Cape Town's City Bowl stands as a poignant reminder of South Africa’s colonial and slavery history. This memorial inscribed with the text: "On this spot stood the old slave tree / Op hierdie plek het die ou slaweboom gestaan", can be located at ground level on a tra...
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...
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...
Platboom Beach - Cape Point, Cape Town
Platboom Beach, located in the Cape Point section of the Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town, is a hidden gem known for its wild, unspoiled beauty and rugged coastal scenery. This remote beach offers visitors a chance to experience the raw natural landscapes of the Cape Peninsula, far from ...
Iziko South African National Gallery - Cape Town
The South African National Gallery, located in the Cape Town City Bowl, is a premier art museum that showcases a diverse collection of South African and international art, spanning historical and contemporary periods. Established in 1871, it is one of the oldest art museums on the African contine...
Cape Town Holocaust Centre - Cape Town
The Cape Town Holocaust Centre in Gardens, established in 1999, is the first Holocaust Centre in Africa. It was founded with the purpose of educating the public about the Holocaust and combating racism, antisemitism, prejudice, and xenophobia. The Centre aims to foster an understanding of the con...
South African Jewish Museum - Cape Town
The South African Jewish Museum, located in Gardens in the heart of Cape Town, is a testament to the rich and diverse history of the Jewish community in South Africa. Officially opened by Nelson Mandela in 2000, the museum is housed in a beautifully restored building that was once the first synag...