Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, the anticipation is mounting, and perhaps even some sweaty palms as you try to curate the perfect evening for you and your date.
Choosing the right place or activity can be tricky on the calendar year’s ‘most romantic day’, especially considering that this decision will rely on you and your partner’s current relationship status. So whether you’re going on a first date, starting out with something new, or celebrating Valentine’s Day together for the umpteenth time, fear not, Cape Town has options for you. Here are a few:
So, let’s start with the newbies. Maybe it’s your crush, a first date, or someone you’ve been chatting to for a while with the potential for something more, and you’re nervous to come on too strong. You’ll want to be building your evening around something fun and light-hearted that is activity-based with a subtle, romantic flair.
A cute activity selection for this date category is the beach road putt-putt course in Sea Point. This is a fun and interactive date that is bound to be humorous and kill off any awkward energy (you won’t have to reach too deep into your pocket at only R36 per person).
The course is 18 holes long which will probably take you around 30 minutes to an hour complete, so you can get to know each other a little better while listening to the ocean and admiring the early evening city scape, and perhaps even catch one of Cape Town’s iconic sunsets.
The courses stay open until 9pm, so you could tie the activity into your evening in a number of ways. If it were up to me, I’d take my date to Rockpool Restaurant for a drink before heading to the course, and then round off the evening with some live music and a bite to eat at Mojo Market, writes Cape {town} Etc’s James Redman.
If you’re looking for a more romantic experience to share with your partner, Cape Town has got you covered. There is something synonymous about Italy, Italian food, and love. For this reason, I’d suggest Bacini’s Pizzeria & Deli as a starting point for this date category — based on its outstanding quality of food, intimate setting and central location at the top of Kloof street.
You and your date can linger in the moment over a delicious meal and glass of wine before taking a romantic stroll down to the Labia Theatre for an evening film and vodka slush puppy.
Alternatively, you could start off with some designer cocktails at Cause and Effect Cocktail Kitchen before taking a spin on the V&A’s ferris wheel. Some other noteworthy options in terms of romantic restaurants include Kloof Street House and Thali Cape Town.
Also read: Cause Effect named among world’s 100 best bars
There is a date for every kind of couple in Cape Town. From cool and casual to moody and romantic, the city boasts an array of world-class establishments and fun activities. This really is the perfect city to celebrate the day of love. So pick up your phone and start making reservations lovers.
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