Four unusual things to do in Cape Town

Seen Table Mountain and Boulders Beach and looking for something more unusual to do in Cape Town? Photo: canva

Seen Table Mountain and Boulders Beach and looking for something more unusual to do in Cape Town? Here are our picks…

Take a Ghost Tour in Cape Town

Who says you need to wait for spooky season to spot a ghost? Photo: canva

Who says you need to wait for spooky season to spot a ghost? Discover the spooky side of Cape Town by joining a ghost tour. These guided walks typically take you through the city’s oldest and most haunted areas, sharing chilling tales of ghostly encounters, historical mysteries and local legends.

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Eat some weird and wonderful treats in Cape Town

Try something different at Tapi Tapi. Photo: canva

So nice they named it twice, Tapi Tapi in Cape Town is a cafe/bar/deli that is described as an ‘educational initiative that is focused on sharing food and food culture from the African continent”.

The eatery began as an ice cream-centric spot, but customers can now also enjoy different African continental flavours in cocktails, baked desserts and breads, fermented milk and soda and many other treats.

On the Deli & Bar menu, visitors will find African-inspired dishes like Egusi from West Africa, Mopane caterpillar chocolate brownies, an Umqombothi milkshake and many more, traditional, delicious offerings.

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Visit a Scratch Patch and Mineral World

Find a gem or two. Photo: canva

If you’re into unique souvenirs and gemstones, head to a Scratch Patch, either in Simons Town or at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront. Here you will get to sift through heaps of colourful gemstones and semi-precious stones, selecting your favorites to take home. It’s a fun and interactive experience for both kids and adults.

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Explore the Boomslang Canopy Walkway

For a unique view, be sure to visit the Boomslang Canopy Walkway. Photo: canva

Located in Cape Town’s Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, the Boomslang (Tree snake) Canopy Walkway offers a unique perspective of the lush vegetation and panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains. The elevated walkway winds through the treetops, providing a tranquil and immersive experience in nature.

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Sundeeka Mungroo is a content writer, foodie and all-round adventure-seeker. She's a graduate of the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature, and has worked as a copywriter and editor in the digital marketing industry. Sundeeka currently writes for I Love South Africa and The South African. She lives in the beautiful Mother City and loves exploring all that South Africa has to offer.