Looking for some fun activities for kids in Cape Town during your holiday? Look no further! With such a wide variety of activities, it can be hard to choose the best to enjoy with your children. Read on to discover a variety of our favourite activities for kids in Cape Town.
Fun Animal Experiences for Kids in Cape Town
Africa is home to some of the most incredible and unique animals in the world, so why not treat the children to a close-up encounter with some big cats, shiny reptiles, and beautiful birds? There are many animal sanctuaries to enjoy in and around Cape Town, no matter what animals you and your kids are interested in!
The Drakenstein Lion Park is a 60-acre rehabilitation centre, allowing visitors to view the impressive animals as well as support a wonderful cause. The park features lions, rare white lions, and chimpanzees, and offers guests the opportunity to watch the lion feedings and even camp within the park! Allow your children to immerse themselves in the wonder of big cats – in a safe and ethical way.
For those interested in birds and reptiles, the Cape Point Ostrich Farm offers adults and children alike a fascinating environment to learn about ostriches and reptiles found in Southern Africa. Enjoy a guided tour as you learn about the ostriches and their life cycles, as well as the snakes, tortoises, and more! Entry for adults is R160 with discounts available for children.
Home to 8,000 marine animals and more than 300 species, the Two Oceans Aquarium is a must-see attraction in Cape Town for the whole family. Kids will be overjoyed by the variety of exhibits, right from jellyfish to penguins! Learn about the intricacies of marine life at the microscope exhibit, and watch the sharks, manta rays, turtles and more get fed at the I&J Ocean exhibit. One of the best kids’ activities in Cape Town, the aquarium provides both a fun and educational animal experience.
The Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Cape Town
When the Cape sun is high, there’s no better place to be than outside, surrounded by the city’s iconic mountain and ocean scenes. Spier Wine Farm, located in Stellenbosch, offers large grounds with a number of experiences for the whole family to enjoy when the days are warm. The elemental garden is an outdoor space divided into four sections, each representing the element of air, earth, wind and fire. Children will love the earth-mound slides, tunnels, wind sculpture, and natural waterway. The farm also features a complimentary kids club offering seasonal activities such as bug-spotting, collage-making, and leaf pressing. When the little ones start to get peckish, settle amongst the beautiful grounds with a picnic and treat the kids to a grape juice tasting!
One of the best outdoor activities for kids in Cape Town is surfing. Featuring picture-perfect beaches with amazing surf, Cape Town is the perfect setting for kids to learn a new skill. Gary’s Surf School is based in Muizenberg, a beach with the perfect surfing conditions for beginners. With a variety of lessons starting from the price of R700, your children will receive a fun and helpful introduction to the sport.
Indoor Activities for Kids
While Cape Town enjoys wonderful weather during summer, the cooler months can be slightly less predictable. Wanting to do something fun with the kids while the wind is blowing and the rain falls? Luckily, the city is host to many indoor activities for children that are just as entertaining.
The Cape Town Science Centre is a fun educational facility with over 250 interactive exhibits! With a large variety of exhibits suited to children from five years up to those of eighteen, there’s something for everyone. Explore and learn about space, sustainability, robotics, and more! Keep in mind that some exhibits and workshops may need advance booking. Ticket prices range between R85 and R340.
Let your creativity run amok at the Clay Cafe, a pottery-painting restaurant with outlets located around the city. Kids and adults alike will have fun choosing from the cafe’s range of ceramic pieces and painting them however they please. Enjoy a cool beverage and a delicious plate of food before, after, or while you paint! Located in the city bowl, Hout Bay, and Paarl, the clay cafe makes for a wonderfully entertaining activity.
Featuring a large collection of vintage dolls, teddy bears, and dinky cars, the Warrior Toy Museum, located in Simons Town, is a great indoor activity for kids in Cape Town. Children will love pouring over the vast selection while adults will enjoy spotting a few familiar friends! As well as the museum, there is also a large sales area where toys can be purchased.
With so much to do with children in Cape Town, we trust you will enjoy an adventure-filled holiday! To view our favourite child-friendly villas, click here.