When you live in South Africa, you are always spoiled for choice on beautiful, exciting, and fun dating experiences. Cape Town happens to be central to so many of these date ideas. From unreal views, the magic of Table Mountain, and stunning beaches, a Cape Town dating experience is something you will always want to remember.
We have compiled 8 of the best Cape Town dating ideas. These ideas are filled with opportunities to make memories, snap some great pictures, and most importantly, have a fantastic time with your date. So find a camera, grab your dates’ hand, and let’s head to The Mother City.
Enjoy breathtaking areal views of Cape Town on Table Mountain with your date
Taking in the areal views from the top of Table Mountain makes for a spectacular Cape Town dating experience. Table Mountain is one of the official New7Wonders of Nature, so the views and nature are sure to be spectacularly picture-worthy.
We suggest starting your date by taking the Aerial Cableway to the top. You can also hike up the mountain, which is a cheaper option. But it is considered an intense hike, and the views from the Cableway are magnificent. Make sure to book the afternoon tickets for the Cableway. This way, you have the opportunity to catch the sun going down from the mountain top.
If you’ve made it to the top, pause for a second and breathe it all in. The view’s not just good, it’s incredible! Share a moment with your date while nature shows off. Romance, fresh air, and epic views? That’s a power combo right there.
There is also a store for some retail therapy, and The Wifi Lounge offers food and drink.
Pack a picnic to take to the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
The Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens are considered to be one of the best botanical gardens in the world. The beauty and extraordinary cultivation make this garden something very special to see and experience.
You could take a lazy wander through the garden paths. It may be a great idea to bring a picnic basket, sandwiches, lemonade and soak up the sun. It’s the kind of place where time slows down just enough for sweet conversations and maybe a shared laugh or two. Perfect for memory-making with someone special.
Take a mini-road-trip along Chapman’s Peak Drive – An Amazing Cape Town Dating Experience
What better way to carve out memories with your partner than a road trip? And a drive along Chapman’s Peak makes for a mini-road trip packed with possibilities to create special memories with your date.
This is a Cape Town dating idea that lets you experience Cape Town at its finest. Let’s set the scene: you and your date are driving along the 9km stretch of road. You are admiring the breathtaking sea views. Maybe you’re chatting about the things that make you excited about a life together. But most importantly, you are just enjoying this adventure in each other’s company. You make a few pit stops in Hout Bay and Noordhoek. These villages offer exciting opportunities for you and your date to explore, eat great food, and experience the splendor of the other side of Table Mountain.
Wander through The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has some of the most interesting activities in Cape Town. If you like your dates to be jam-packed with fun, entertainment, food, activities, and more, then The V&A would be an excellent Cape Town date.
Visit the Two Oceans Aquarium to admire the fishes or take one of the many boat charters out.
If you are looking for something more romantic, there is The Cape Wheel. You can gaze over the entirety of The Mother City and snap some incredible views with your date.
If you and your date are foodies, you can wander the V&A FoodMarket, which offers fantastic taste experiences.
Picnic at Clifton and Camps Bay Beaches – one of the most romantic cape town dating ideas!
One of our favorite date ideas is a sunset picnic at Clifton or Camps Bay. Just grab a basket, toss in some wine, a few crackers, something sweet for later and don’t forget the blanket. That’s your golden ticket.
As the sun starts to dip, the whole beach turns into this dreamy postcard. Waves crash gently. Light fades into pinks and oranges. You sit there, snack in hand, maybe a little sand in your shoe, and everything just feels… right.
It’s a kind of magic Cape Town gives for free. Well, except the wine — that’s on you.
And hey, if the wind picks up or sand sandwiches aren’t your thing, no stress. There are plenty of cozy restaurants just up the road. Sea view still included.
Stroll along The Sea Point Promenade
If an active date sounds like fun to you, then the Sea Point Promenade is the place for you to have your next date. While it can be romantic to stroll The Prom hand in hand, you can also run, cycle, or rollerblade.
The magnificent sunsets that Cape Town has to offer are greatly enjoyed from The Prom by many people and will be a memorable experience.
You can stroll The Prom, head across the road, and grab a bite to eat, or go to a bar for drinks with your date.
This date may be a more reasonably priced option than other dating ideas in Cape Town.
Experience rich history at the Castle of Good Hope
The Castle of Good Hope is one of the many historical sites Cape Town offers. And what is more romantic than walking around the grounds of a castle? You can tour the grounds or choose to explore the three museums that the castle is home to.
The Castle is the oldest surviving building in South Africa and was built between 1666 and 1679.
