The V&A Waterfront: Things to do
The V&A Waterfront: Things to do
Charlene Becker
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The V&A Waterfront is a popular attraction for both locals and visitors. There is so much to see and do at the V&A Waterfront. It offers everything from world-class shopping and dining to history, art, entertainment, and more.
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History and Heritage
Cape Town Diamond Museum
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The Cape Town Diamond Museum is a hidden gem that often goes unnoticed.
Learn everything there is to know about diamonds in South Africa, the diamond industry, and the history of diamonds.
On this tour, you will see mining gear, diamond replicas, and how diamond jewellery is manufactured.
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Robben Island Museum
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Explore South Africa’s famous World Heritage Site on this fully guided tour.
Learn about the history that changed South Africa and walk in Nelson Mandela’s footsteps. The ferry ride to Robben Island takes 30 minutes and the standard tour is about two and a half hours.
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Shopping and Markets
Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre
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The V&A Waterfront offers world-class shopping and dining with plenty of stores and restaurants.
Walking through the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre is an experience, even if shopping isn’t your thing.
From everyday convenience stores to high-end fashion, fast food to fine dining, and much more.
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The Watershed
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Visit the Design Lab and The Artisan Workshop aisle where you can interact with locals and learn about their craft. You might even see an artist in action creating their designs.
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Time Out Market Cape Town
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Experience the pinnacle of South African coffee culture at NØSH CAFÉ.
Enjoy Cape Malay cuisine with Koesiesters at Barakat.
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Oranjezicht City Farm Market
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A local gem celebrating Cape Town’s farm-to-table culture (open Saturday & Sunday mornings only). This popular market is a feast for the senses, offering fresh produce, delicious street food, artisanal products, and more.
It’s a great spot to pause and indulge in locally sourced treats while enjoying the lively atmosphere and mingling with locals and fellow travellers.
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Makers Landing
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Makers Landing is the first of its kind, South African food-business incubator, and food market with shared kitchen space.
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Arts and Culture
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
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Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa is a public not-for-profit contemporary art museum that collects, preserves, researches and exhibits 21st-century art from Africa.
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Nature and Wildlife
Two Oceans Aquarium
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The Two Oceans Aquarium is open every day of the year. With their kelp forest, shark and penguin exhibits, and more, discover something interesting around every corner.
You can easily spend a few hours observing and learning about our ocean’s incredible marine life.
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Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront
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Battery Park is a new urban park that forms the gateway to the V&A Waterfront and integrates Cape Town’s CBD and the V&A Waterfront through a series of pedestrian routes, including one alongside the canal. Visitors to the park will also be able to engage in a range of outdoor recreation, entertainment and retail activities in various levels of public spaces.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Charlene Becker
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I am a Certified South African Travel Specialist, and the Founder of Pinpoint Tours.
At Pinpoint Tours, our mission is to provide travellers with well-planned and carefully curated travel experiences that showcase our passion, attention to detail, and support for local communities.
At the heart of our company is a deep passion and love for Cape Town.
We are dedicated to sharing this unforgettable destination with travellers from around the world.
Our commitment extends beyond just tourism; we strive to support local communities and businesses, ensuring that every visit leaves a positive impact. By giving back and fostering sustainable tourism, we aim to ensure that the beauty and heritage of the destinations we visit can be preserved for future generations.
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