Hidden gems: Things to dos in Cape Town

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Cape Town. This list contains 115 places from Things to do category.

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Cape Town Culinary Tours
Tour operator
👍👍 We had a fantastic experience with our tour guide, Justin. He was super amazing. His knowledge about the cuisine, culture, architecture and infrastructure was amazing. It was so much fun, way more than we had anticipated. We also enjoyed the fact that they made sure we had a customized experience, a...
5.00 (79 reviews)
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Kitsune Hair
Beauty salon
5.00 (79 reviews)
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The Diamond Shoppe
Jewelry store
👍👍 I went to The Diamond Shoppe in 2018 to design a ring for my fiancé. After visiting various jewelers all over Cape Town, I can say without any doubt they are the best in all of Cape Town. Their shop is classy with stunning views, their service is superb, and their prices are unbeatable. Cara, one of...
5.00 (49 reviews)
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Dirty Boots Adventure Guide - The best adventures in South Africa
Tourist information center
👍👍 Dirty Boots have got adventure tourism in Southern Africa totally tied down. Their publication is essential reading for anyone planning to tackle activities in South Africa, Swaziland (Kingdom of Eswatini) and Lesotho and their website is an incredible resource for those that can't get the physical...
5.00 (31 reviews)
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Baz-Art
Arts organization
👍👍 Spending time on the streets of Salt River at the Baz-Art International Public Art Festival from 10-14 February 2021. Easy to follow self-guided tour walking & photographing & chatting to international & local street artists whilst they painting 20 additional large-scale murals all over the neighbou...
5.00 (26 reviews)
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Cape Trekking Guided Hikes
Tour agency
👍👍 Nick is a wonderful guide, professional, personable and very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. We did a 7 hour trek up the Apostles to Tranquility Cracks across and then down Disa Gorge. Great trip.
5.00 (23 reviews)
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Cape Peninsula Wooden Walkway
Tourist attraction
👍👍 The Cape Peninsula (Afrikaans: Kaapse Skiereiland) is a generally rocky peninsula that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean at the south-western extremity of the African continent. At the southern end of the peninsula are Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. On the northern end is Table Mountain, overl...
5.00 (22 reviews)
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INMOTION – CREATE YOUR BALANCE
Yoga instructor
5.00 (19 reviews)
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Art Haus Sea Point
Art gallery
👍👍 One of the most vibrant art gallery in Cape Town. Classy, pop, funky, classic and amazing art, fashion, gifts and style. A definite to go to place on Cape Town. And the best service in Town. Now this is art.
5.00 (11 reviews)
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City Walking Tours
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Going on our second walking tour in Cape Town today!! These tour guides are amazing in sharing their local history with enthusiasm and humor! Definitely recommend these tours!!
5.00 (8 reviews)
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Newlands Forest Park Bench 5
Park
👍👍 One of the many benches
5.00 (6 reviews)
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Wanderer Cape Town Tours & Travel - Private Cape Town Tours
Tour operator
👍👍 Amazing service. Well trained guides. Very good knowledge of the city and best time to visit each area. They have a fleet of new and well maintained cars and buses. Highly recommended! Special thank you to Che, Nwabisa, Faize and michael.
4.90 (140 reviews)
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LION’S HEAD CAPE TOWN
Hiking area
👍👍 Love this trail. Did it a couple of times now and really enjoy hiking up especially the upper part where you rather "climb". Running down is super fun so with a normal fitness it takes 45min up and running down half the time. You can buy some water/drinks at the truck parked on the bottom in the par...
4.90 (88 reviews)
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The Diamond Gallery
Jewelry store
👍👍 I was traveling with a guided tour group on Cape Town and we were delighted to hear we would get the opportunity to visit The Diamond Gallery. Jade met us at the door and led us into a room with champagne waiting for us. We then met Nicole who explained each collection in detail. Jade and Nicole wer...
4.90 (87 reviews)
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Cape Town Museum of Childhood
Museum
👍👍 An excellent hidden gem in Cape Town for anyone with young kids. The museum is friendly and engaging from the moment you enter through the gate. The staff are welcoming, passionate and knowledge. The museum itself has something for all kids, our 2 year-old enjoyed the jungle gym, swings, large selec...
4.90 (76 reviews)
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Diving Board
Tourist attraction
4.90 (69 reviews)
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Leeuwenhof
Historical landmark
👍👍 The beautiful Cape Administrator's residence Leeuwenhof, of which building started with Mr Heems, the first known vryburger of the cape, who obtained the land in order to grow more fresh produce to supplement the Companjes garden, for supply to passing ships. After Heems, Mr Oldeland, an expert bota...
4.90 (33 reviews)
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Juma art tours
Tour operator
👍👍 Juma told us to bring cameras and lots of love.. We had a bespoke tour of Khayelitsha and enjoyed a true local experience. I can’t recommend Juma’s tours highly enough. We left with our camera, hearts & tummies full! We’re still buzzing from our incredible experience! Will definitely be back! Xx
4.90 (32 reviews)
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Hely-Hutchinson Reservoir (1898)
Tourist attraction
👍👍 An absolute gem of a place. This should beTHE hiking spot for locals and tourists alike. The hike from skeleton gorge is not the easiest but should be fine for MOST hikers. The hike from the other side (Bakhoven/Pipe Track) might be a bit more of an adventure for the seasoned hiker. Either way you g...
4.90 (32 reviews)
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Saddle Rock
Hiking area
Hikers can take a break from trekking at this nature spot offering scenic views of Table Mountain.
4.90 (30 reviews)
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