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Couples in South Africa will find they’re in no shortage of adventurous and interesting activities to partake in. Whether it’s a romantic getaway or an adrenaline-fuelled night out you’re after, you’ll find it all in Cape Town. Fun things to do in Cape Town for couples are not limited to this dozen we’re about to present, but this article is going to be a great starting point if you have no idea about what to do. Take your significant other out for a night of extravagance or just a plain old date - it is really up to you. But if you really want to sweep them off their feet, we suggest you follow closely.
Hike up the Lion’s Head
A hike may not be right up everyone’s alley, and far from an idea of fun. But hiking up the mountains surrounding Cape Town is more breathtaking (quite literally) than anything you can imagine. All around you, incredible vistas will open up, and since you need to circle the entire mountain to get to the top eventually, you’ll basically get a 360 degrees lay of the land. Twelve Apostles, Table Mountain, the ocean, and of course Cape Town itself will open their secrets to you from this mighty vantage point. Read more: Inexpensive Vacation Destinations in South Africa Climbing Lion’s Head is a great challenge to test the mettle of couples, and quite a romantic spot to get you. You won’t regret the hike of 2 hours, which also a good prep for the infamous Table Mountain.
Challenge Table Mountain
Go Surfing
From the highest peak and onto the waves: Cape Town is known for several really intense surfing spots. It can be a great experience for couples that enjoy challenging themselves ever-further. Now, it may seem that we’re just going to toss adrenaline-pumping activities at you - we won’t, but the simple fact is that Cape Town is probably more inclined towards couples that don’t shy away from the action. Make sure to keep an eye out on weather forecasts - you wouldn’t want to bite off more than you can chew. Speaking of chewing, be mindful of shark attacks, and always inquire about them before heading into the water. They’re common near the False Bay.
Take a Heli Ride
Hop-on, Hop-off Tour
By far the easiest and most time-efficient way of discovering Cape Town is joining a hop-on, hop-off tour bus. You’ll get to drive around and enjoy the sights along the way, opting to join the group for activities that are of interest to you, while skipping those that don’t speak to you. That way, couples will get to see a decent amount of landmarks in a single go, free to leave the tour bus whenever they like. You can simply decide to take off on your own and continue the adventure with just the two of you. If you happen to find a particularly romantic spot that you’d like to spend more time on, you can always do that.
Spot African Penguins
Dine at Crypt Jazz Restaurant
If you’ve never had dinner and attended a live performance in a cathedral before, now’s the time to change that. Crypt Jazz Restaurant is located inside St. Geroge’s Cathedral and boasts an atmosphere that’s simply divine (pun intended). Semi-casual dress code is more than lax enough to suit most people’s needs, and the contemporary style of the venue actually mixes well with its surroundings. Treat yourself and your significant other to a couple of cocktails and a meal in the most unusual place imaginable.
Discover Bo-Kaap
Hinthunt
Who doesn’t love escape rooms? Grab ahold of 6 people at most and try to solve puzzles and challenges of varying difficulty in an exotic setting that Cape Town is. While having a group would definitely make the game easier, a smart and cooperative couple could do just as well. If you’re familiar with the idea of escape rooms then you know what to expect of Hinthunt. If not, get ready to be locked in a room for sixty minutes, with your wit as the only tool available to get you out of there.
Hot-Air Balloon Ride
Check out the Aquarium
Cape Town has an air of mysticism about it, it is a very unique and unusual place to visit. A lot of it stems from its incredible geographic location. Read more: Going to South Africa with Children What’s curious about Cape Town is that it’s located very close to the place where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet. At V&A Waterfront, where this great phenomenon occurs, there’s an aptly name Two Oceans Aquarium that celebrates Cape Town’s unique place in the world. Here you’ll find over 8,000 marine animals from over 200 species. They offer so much knowledge and interactive fun that it’s hard to say no to.
The Cape Wheel
To top off your adventure, go for a ride on the famous Cape Wheel, conveniently located at V&A Waterfront as well. Need we remind you what’s so fun and romantic about Ferris wheels? We didn’t think so. It’s such a romantic spot for you and your significant other to share some immemorable moments. Enjoy the sunset as you climb ever-higher, while at the same time planning where to head next. After all, Cape Town never sleeps, and never ceases to amaze.
Conclusion
This is not where fun things to do in Cape Town for couples end. Continue your journey on your own, and discover all that Cape Town has to offer. Always remember to stay on the safe side, and we hope you have a wonderful journey.
