Going out to places nearby, that you can enjoy for less than R100? Sounds rather insane but there is fun activities in and around the Mother City to do as a family.
Take a look at these fun affordable and inexpensive things to do with the family and kids in Cape Town:
1. Oudekraal:
Nothing beats a lekker day out to braai with the whole family. Oudekraal is nestled between Llandudno and Camps Bay – the perfect little paradise to swim, braai or just chill and soak up the sun. It offers over 40 braai facilities, although most don’t have grids, so be sure to bring your own with you.
- Location: Oudekraal, Picnic Resort, Post Restante, Camps Bay
- Opening times: 8am to 6pm
- Cost: R35 per adult and R15 per child
2. Toy Museum:
The Warrior Toy Museum in Simon’s Town, houses a permanent display of 4 000 model cars, 500 dolls and teddy bears, miniature dolls houses and rooms, two fully operating railroads, lead soldier displays, Meccano, ships and many other miscellaneous toys and models.
- Location: 1067 King George Way, Simon’s Town
- Opening times: Mondays to Thursdays 10am to 2pm; Saturdays to Sundays 10am to 4pm
- Cost: R10 per adult and R5 per child
3. Acrobranch Stellenbosch:
Acrobranch is an outdoor treetop experience dedicated to offering children and adults alike a unique adventure as they move from tree to tree in lush, green forests. They offer a variety of activities from treetop adventures to zip lines and more. Try out a few thrilling activities that are under R100, including the Big Zip (R90) and the Acrotwigs Bungee (R60).
- Location: Klein Joostenberg Farm Muldersvlei Road
- Opening times: Mondays to Sundays 9am – 6pm (excluding Tuesdays)
4. Intaka Island:
Intaka Island is a kid-friendly nature reserve with seven natural habitats, 120 bird species living in the park and 212 indigenous plants. The family can walk a 2 km nature trail or hop on a boat trip or take a guided tour – it’s a captivating nature experience.
- Location: Grand Central Precinct, 2 Park Ln, Century City
- Operating times: Monday to Sundays, 8am to
- Cost: R26 for Adults, R16 for children (under 12) and R16 for pensioners
- Book a boat trip: Call 021 552 6889 or email [email protected] (R80 for adults and R70 for children and pensioners)
5. Toeka Stoor:
Let the kids play like it’s the 90s. They can also see farm animals like goats and chickens roaming the grounds. If you love vintage trinkets, veteran motors farm-style food or “moerkoffie” this spot is a must-visit. Plus, it’s free to enter. There’s a coffee shop that serves South African favourites, such as bobotie pies, “ouma se kerrie vetkoek” and you can drink “moerkoffie” in a tin cup at Toeka Stoor.
- Location: Domaine Brahms Wineries Windmeul, Paarl
- Operating times: Wednesdays to Sundays, 9am to 4pm
- Cost: Free entrance (show your support by visiting the coffee shop)
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