There’s no question that we live in a beautiful city, and we have the awards to prove it! Rolling blue oceans, white sandy beaches, rugged mountainscapes and vineyards are just a few of the enchanting sights Cape Town’s residents get to witness.
For those looking to capture the beauty of the Mother City and beyond (while making a few of your friends and family in Joburg jealous) here are a few mesmerising Instagram spots to check out:
Bakoven
In summer Bakoven is a haven for sunbathers and residents looking to escape the heat. Despite studies showing that taking an icy swim improves your immune system, not many are willing to brave the icy Atlantic during the winter months. The soft rays of the sunshine, the rolling clouds in the background, and endless tranquillity equals the perfect images for your wintery camera roll.
Slangkop Lighthouse, Kommetjie
Some epic shots await when travelling to Kommetjie, and we’re not just talking about the ocean waters that this seaside town is famous for. Perched on the jagged rocks of Kommetjie and located right next to the stormy blue waters of the Cape’s oceans is the Slangkop Lighthouse, a resilient fixture that provides some incredible shots and is a must for those visiting this town.
Boomslang Walkway, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
Have you ever wanted to feel like an adventurer blazing through the overgrown jungles of some tropical location? Minus the overgrown greenery, the Boomslang Walkway at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens provides a dramatic walkway that’s elevated above the trees with 360-degree views. Snap a few shots of the mountainside and lush greenery before spending the day exploring what the rest of this world-famous garden has to offer.
Bloubergstrand
If you’re looking for the perfect view of Table Mountain then Bloubergstrand is the place to be. The mesmerising glow of a wintery sunset is only complimented by the outline of Cape Town’s iconic mountain, offering incredible shots that are truly Instagram worthy.
Babylonstoren
Wine, dine and snap a ton of pictures! Babylonstoren is an award-winning wine estate situated in Franschhoek with some great photo opportunities available thanks to the estate’s countless gardens and picturesque mountain views. After sampling a few glasses of their award-winning wines, head to the popular cacti maze for some frolicking and fun images.
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