Six Great Things About Cape Town’s Lifestyle!

Cape Town is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city that draws more and more people to it every year. There is so much going on that you will find yourself spoiled for choice when deciding where to go and, no matter what your interests are, you will always be able to find something to do. There is something new and fresh happening all the time and you will constantly be discovering them. If Cape Town had a lifestyle directory it would be a huge!

Outdoors

One of the most striking aspects of Cape is the natural beauty. Table Mountain is its impressive backdrop and downstage are sandy beaches hugging the shoreline. Hiking trails riddle the slopes surrounding the city. The mountains and sea provide opportunities for all kinds of outdoor sports, relaxation and events.

Music scene

From jazz, rock to classical, there is a variety of music scenes in Cape Town. Many bars and clubs have live music evenings and small to large music events are often organised around the city. One can have a look at Cape Town music magazine guides and websites to find out more about the city’s many gigs and events.

Wine and food

Being a wine or food connoisseur in Cape Town is a fulfilling pass time or job. Many good restaurants in the city are busy all year round. New places pop up with different themes and interesting dishes all the time.

Cape Town’s wines are renowned and also affordable. Making a day of visiting wine farms and tasting wine is common amongst many different kinds of people. Whether you are interested in wine, mountain biking trails or just a family day out on a gorgeous estate, there is a range of different people who visit wine farms.

Culture

From theatres to galleries, there is always something to enjoy culturally in Cape Town. Museums and exhibition centres often entertain exhibitions and events relating from anything to photography, food and fashion to science. Some of the best international and local talent are often on display.

Festivals

Cape Town is a passionate place and loves an excuse to celebrate. There are wine and olive festivals, kite festivals, outdoor music and dance festivals and much more. The likes of these festivals are usually enjoyed by friends, families and romantic couples. Many a Monday morning in the office is abuzz with talk of someone’s weekend festival activities.

Shopping

Shopping in Cape Town can range from designer label stores at the V&A waterfront or local African artwork in Long Street. There are food markets every weekend and arts and crafts all over the city. From big spenders to budget shoppers, there is something to suit every style and pocket.

Donna Van Wyk writes on behalf of You To Life, a lifestyle directory for lifestyle directory in South Africa.