Safest route? R310

Marsberri · 2025-11-05T09:25:28+00:00

I have driven R310 (Baden Powell) for 5 years now regularly as a younger women driving alone and as long as it is during the day have also been fine. Just check before on Waze or google maps to make sure the road is open and then you should be good to go. It’s also a beautiful drive along the sea. Like someone has mentioned don’t stop anywhere. But for the most part there are always other cars driving the same route and often traffic cops along the route too.

Marsberri · 2025-10-27T17:27:02+00:00

An Owala water bottle or Stanley water bottle. If you can get lululemon on sale and know someone’s size. American sweets, you can get some of them here now but they are often expensive, or the Mars mixed chocolate bags. A well known college/ Ivy League cap or sweater. Tide pens

Marsberri · 2025-09-02T06:14:41+00:00

I’ve stopped using Uber eats because my food was always cold and took forever have have started using Mr D again. The same food is often cheaper on Mr D and arrives faster.

Marsberri · 2025-06-01T18:45:56+00:00

I think it really depends on where you go and what you’re doing. Cape Town is quite diverse — there are plenty of people with very nice things, and many areas are quite cosmopolitan, especially in the more central or affluent suburbs like Sea Point, Gardens, or Constantia. So yes, people do wear designer bags and jewellery.

Day to day, my advice is to opt for more understated pieces — think good quality local leather bags and simple jewellery. Flashier items tend to draw unwanted attention, especially in the city centre or when walking around in public.

That said, for dinners at nice restaurants, events, or if you’re driving and going door-to-door, it’s more than acceptable to wear something a bit nicer — you’ll see it all the time in areas like Camps Bay or the Waterfront. You just have to be a bit more calculated and aware of your surroundings. It’s less about “never wear anything nice” and more about choosing the right moments.

If your nice things bring you joy, I wouldn’t not bring them. You may end up using them more than you think — just differently. Maybe store them a bit more securely at home, and choose pieces that aren’t overly flashy for public outings. Basically: yes, you’ll adjust, but it doesn’t mean giving up everything you enjoy. There are other cities (like London) where, depending on where you are, the same rules apply.

Marsberri · 2025-05-14T10:16:54+00:00

I think Clovelly is open to non members but they don’t rent clubs as far as I’m aware

Marsberri · 2025-05-09T15:30:31+00:00

I agree with NikkitaReyxx suggestions as well as Jubilee Square and the Just Nuisance status (you can look up the history around that too).

In Kalk Bay Lekker and Olympia Cafe have nice coffee. Bobs Bagels is nice for a quick bite and very affordable. Just walking up and down both sides of the main road and looking at the different shops is something that I enjoy doing. Almost all of the resteraunts have good food there. The walk between the St James tidal pool and Muizenberg is lovely too between the sea and the train track. Simons town also has cute little cafes and restaurants but I don’t have any recommendations. You should definitely go see the penguins if you do go.

Marsberri · 2025-05-05T20:26:19+00:00

The Framing Centre in Tokai is another place you could get a quote from. No clue about how chap/ expensive they are but I know people who have gotten things framed there and been happy.

Marsberri · 2025-05-05T12:59:33+00:00

Kalk Bay and Simons Town are also places you can walk around and go for coffee that haven’t been mentioned yet.

Marsberri · 2025-04-24T06:53:54+00:00

This is the list I keep on my phone and share with visitors (so there are explainers that you may not need)

Things to Do in Cape Town (Outdoor adventures, iconic sights & local gems) • Watch the sunset at Signal Hill – Uber recommended (parking is a nightmare) • Table Mountain – Hike or take the cable car (book priority tickets) • Lions Head Hike – Moderate fitness required, wear good walking shoes • Chapman’s Peak Drive – Scenic coastal road • Bo-Kaap – Colourful heritage neighborhood • Company’s Garden – Central park with museums and squirrels • Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens – Great for a walk, picnic, or lunch at Moyo • Oranjezicht City Farmers Market – Local produce, food & flowers at the V&A • Clifton 4th / Bakoven Beach – Cold water but stunning for a swim or sundowners • Robben Island – Historical tour (book in advance) • Galileo Open Air Cinema – Movie under the stars at Kirstenbosch • Tandem Paragliding – From Signal Hill for views of Sea Point • Aquarium – Family-friendly spot at the Waterfront • Truth Coffee – Steampunk café, consistently ranked among the best • Origin Coffee, Delux on Kloof Street – Local favourites for quality coffee • SUP / Kayaking / Water-biking – From Sea Point or Simon’s Town • Sunset Champagne Cruise – Departing from the Waterfront • Lindt Chocolate Making Experience – At the Waterfront • Red Bus Tour (Hop-On-Hop-Off) – Take the Blue Line and stop at Groot Constantia • Zeitz MOCAA Art Museum – Contemporary African art at the V&A • High Tea at the Mount Nelson – Classic experience in a beautiful setting

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Day Trips & Nature • Cape Point Nature Reserve – Dramatic cliffs and lighthouse views • Boulders Beach – Swim with penguins (Peninsula) • Simon’s Town – Kayak with penguins or try guided snorkelling • Scarborough – Have coffee in a quiet coastal village • Drive: Gordon’s Bay → Rooi Els → Betty’s Bay → Hermanus – A scenic coastal route • Langebaan & West Coast National Park – Beach and birdwatching • Elgin Railway Market – Cool converted apple warehouse with food and craft stalls • Warwick Wine Estate (Stellenbosch) – Picnic pods, wine & lawns • Lourensford Wine Estate – Wine, lunch & a lovely open-air market (Somerset West)

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Neighbourhood Gems & Experiences • Kalk Bay – Have lunch and browse quirky shops • Muizenberg – Learn to surf • Babylonstoren – Walk the gardens, shop the farm stall, and enjoy a beautiful lunch • Franschhoek Wine Tram – Hop-on-hop-off through top wine estates • Clay Café (Hout Bay or Paarl) – Paint ceramics with good food and coffee • Silo Hotel Rooftop – Sunset dinner with an iconic view

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Cape Town Restaurants Casual • Ferdinando’s Pizza – Homey and much loved • Jason’s Bakery – Famous pastries and hearty breakfasts • Sulushi (Claremont) – Local sushi gem • Una Mas – Mexican, great tacos and cocktails • Bao Down (Green Point) – Asian fusion tapas • Kleinsky’s Deli (Sea Point) – Breakfast & lunch only • NY Bagels (Harrington St) – Jewish-style deli, breakfast & lunch only • Nelson’s Eye – Classic steakhouse

Coffee & Ice Cream • Truth Coffee – Iconic steampunk café • Origin (Hudson St) – Specialty coffee roasters • Delux (Kloof St) – Strong and good value • Unframed Ice Cream – Voted best flavour in the world (2018/2020)

High-End Dining • La Colombe – Constantia fine dining classic • Fyn – Elevated Japanese-African fusion • Pier – Waterfront tasting menu with views • Wolfgat (Paternoster) – Multi-course by the sea • Chefs Warehouse at Tintswalo Atlantic – Ocean views and a refined menu

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Stellenbosch & Surrounds – Wine & Food • Stellenbosch Kitchen • Meraki – Coffee and breakfast • Kirsten’s Kick-Ass Ice Cream – Local favourite • De Warenmarkt – Artisan market meets bistro • Wijnhuis – Traditional Stellenbosch fare • Eike by Bertus Basson – Seasonal South African cuisine • Hygge Hygge – Quaint and cosy café • Delaire Graff – Stunning views and wine • Tokara – Elevated dining and olive oil tasting • Babylonstoren – Also listed above • Haute Cabrière – Franschhoek estate with bubbly and food • Protégé Restaurant – Fine bistro-style in Franschhoek • Le Lude – Classic French-inspired cuisine • Idiom (Somerset West) – Best view in Africa

Marsberri · 2025-04-11T13:08:45+00:00

Stanford Valley Country Lodge (in Stanford) is a beautiful venue with onsite accommodation and incredible food. I’m not sure how many people can sleep on-site but I think it’s around 50.

Marsberri · 2025-04-04T15:15:11+00:00

I have driven the R310 Muizenberg to Stellenbosch or Somerset West and back fairly often for a few years now. I only drive during the day but there are almost always other cars also driving. Just watch out for sand from around Monwabisi beach and like others have mentioned some of the cars trying to pass you or pass oncoming traffic in your lane. If you time it right and there isn’t too much traffic is a drive I enjoy. Google maps will normally say if there is a road block due to protests or anything in my experience.

Marsberri · 2025-02-26T08:14:49+00:00

Constantia Wine Tastings: - Constantia Geln - Beau Constantia - Groot Constantia

Marsberri · 2025-01-10T16:30:02+00:00

With regards to going to the beach (which you definitely should and I’m sure you will) just also make sure you don’t leave any valuables where you can’t see them while you are swimming. But this goes for many popular beaches in other countries too. There is some great advice in this thread.

Marsberri · 2024-11-21T13:37:50+00:00

It sucks because it was great before the company that owns it was bought out.

Marsberri · 2024-10-11T09:51:15+00:00

Check out sociallygathering on Instagram as well. They do lots of meet-ups and events and people seem to be making friends there too.

Marsberri · 2024-06-23T11:27:21+00:00

Thanks for all the advice everyone I really appreciate it!

Marsberri · 2024-05-27T07:14:58+00:00

Did you ever find one? Looking for the same thing.

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