Kids in Cape Town: Guides

Editor's Picks, Kids, Pick of the week

The Best Activities for Kids this School Holiday

Editor's Picks, Kids

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Upcoming Events for Kids & Teens

Capegate Ice Rink

27 June - 21 July 2025 | The shopping centre’s Ice Rink returns for the school holidays.

Rush: 50% off additional jump hours

28 April - 2 May 2025 | More time for the kids to play means more time for parents to chill. Easy,...

Jack and the Beanstalk

3 - 27 July 2025 | A school holiday pantomime for the whole family

Kids in Cape Town: Activities

Cool Runnings Toboggan Rides

Tygervalley | Africa’s first downhill tobogganing track.

CityROCK Cape Town

Paarden Eiland | A climbing gym catering to climbers of all levels.

The Little Gym

Sea Point | An experiential learning and physical development center for children aged 4 months...

Wonderdal at Hazendal Wine Estate

Stellenbosch | Interactive edutainment centre for kids aged 5 to 13 years.

Rush: The Ultimate Indoor Adventure Park

Claremont | The go-to destination for high-energy fun.

be.UP Park

Pinelands | Indoor family fun centre with a wide variety of activities for kids.

Bounce World

Montague Gardens | The largest indoor inflatable play area in South Africa.

Higgeldy Piggeldy Farm

Kommetjie | An opportunity to feed and touch friendly farmyard animals.

Jolly Roger Pirate Boat

V&A Waterfront | The full-blown pirate experience.

Strand Waterworld

Strand | Family orientated, beach-side waterslide park with event and function related facilities.

Giraffe House

Between Durbanville & Paarl | Giraffes, wildlife, farmyard animals, creepy crawlies and birds.

Ice Skating at GrandWest

Goodwood | An ice-skating experience for all ages.

Le Bonheur Reptile Adventures

Simondium | A guided tour and viewing of various reptiles

Cave Golf

V&A Waterfront | A multi-hole mini-golf in-door layout suitable for players of all ages.

Artjamming

Somerset West | A chance for people of all ages to connect, relax, and express themselves through...

Gym Wizards

Tamboerskloof | Gymnastics, martial arts, freestyle movement and obstacle courses for kids.

Gym Wizards

Kenridge | Gymnastics, martial arts, freestyle movement and obstacle course training for children.

Gym Wizards

Llandudno | Gymnastics, martial arts, freestyle movement and obstacle course training for children.

Gym Wizards

Pinelands | Gymnastics, martial arts, freestyle movement and obstacle course training for children.

Battlefield Live

Durbanville & Wynberg | An interactive laser combat simulation game.

Acrobranch

Constantia | Outdoor activities with a scenic view.

Acrobranch

Stellenbosch | Adrenaline inducing tree-built obstacles with varying levels of height and...

Cricket School of Excellence

Claremont | A cricket clinic and coaching programme for children.

Let’s Go Bowling

Claremont | Fun and entertainment for functions, kids' parties, team building activities and more.

Bugz Playpark

Kraaifontein | The largest kids' indoor and outdoor play park in the Western Cape.

The Continent of Sulina

Swellendam | A faerie sanctuary with huge trees, unique plants and waterfalls.

SUP Cape Town

V&A Waterfront | Lessons, parties and general hire.

Green Point Park

Green Point | A beautifully landscaped urban park with a biodiversity garden, play parks and a tea...

Rocklands Park (Deer Park)

Vredehoek | A popular destination for families with young children.

Ipic Play

Durbanville | A large indoor adventure park featuring playgrounds for children of all ages.

Scootours

Gardens | Downhill freewheeling on non-motorised scooters.

Mamba Sandboarding

Atlantis | A family-run business specialising in kids’ sandboarding parties.

Candle Avenue

Durbanville | Candle-making fun with seven different wax colours.

Wizard Magic Show

(Based in) Constantia | A world of magic, right in the living room.

Bubble Soccer

Green Point & Various | An exciting game of soccer in which players compete in a bubble.

The Blue Train Park

Sea Point | A miniature train ride and park fun with prime views of the city.

The Bike Park @ Uitsig

Constantia | A unique bike track experience where bike riders can improve their skills and learn...

Playstation by Rush

Tokai | A fun, engaging and safe indoor play park for kids.

Cape Point Funicular

The only funicular railway on the continent

Putt Putt

Sea Point & Muizenberg | An outdoor, miniature golf course suited for all

SenseVirtual

Sea Point | SA's key player in the Virtual Reality landscape

The Shred Indoor Skatepark

Paarden Eiland | Trendy and accessible indoor skateparks.

The Cape Wheel

V&A Waterfront | A 360-degree panoramic view of Cape Town.

Cape Town Science Centre

Observatory | A world of scientific discovery under one roof.

Freedom Adventure Park

Tokai | An indoor park with facilities and playgrounds for children aged 1 to 12 years old.

Scratch Patch

Waterfront & Simon's Town | Thousands of tumble-polished gemstones to sort through.

Playalot : Indoor Adventure Park

Kuilsriver | An indoor adventure park for the whole family.

Total Ninja Obstacle & Inflatable Park

Observatory | Inflatable obstacle course park

Hamley Train & Boat Ride

Waterfront | A train ride and boat trip for children.

Lourensford’s Ultimate Putt

Somerset West | A relaxing afternoon of putt putt.

Two Oceans Aquarium

Waterfront | Entertainment with a commitment to marine conservation.

Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome

Company Gardens | An audio and visual experience of the planets, stars and galaxies.

Cape Town Museum of Childhood

Rondebosch | An exciting museum for all ages, exploring and celebrating childhood.

Sea Point Pavilion

Sea Point | An Art Deco destination with pools for all levels

The Little Pink Chef

Durbanville | A cooking experience in a fun environment

Nature Plays Forest School

Constantia | South Africa's first forest school.

Wild Food Winter Walk

12 & 22 July, 2 & 12 Aug 2025 | A scenic plant foraging adventure.

Sessions Billiard Club

Bellville | A lively pub sports bar with a dedicated U18-friendly zone equipped with top-notch...

ATK Arena

Claremont | State-of-the-art PCs, simulation stations, and consoles.

Durbanville Games

Durbanville | A friendly local game store that offers a great place to play.

Lavender Picking at Canettevallei

15 June to 15 Oct 2025 | Seasonal lavender picking on a lavender farm.

Skateboarding with Kent

Sea Point | Private longboard skateboard lessons with Kent Lingeveldt.

Viljoensdrift River Cruise

Robertson | A river cruise with gourmet picnic baskets and fine wines

Avalon Springs

Montagu | Family-friendly hot spring resort

Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary

McGregor | A donkey haven with a café and gift shop

Robertson Horse Adventures

Robertson | Horse riding lessons and trails for all ages and skill levels

Montagu Tractor Trips

Montagu | Scenic tractor trip up the Langeberg Mountain

Flying Feet

Robertson | Guided tours of Montagu, hikes and bicycle rentals

RoamRooiberg

Robertson | Equipment and accommodation for MTB and hiking enthusiasts

Clay Cafe in the City

Bree Street | A ceramic painting venue and tapas bar.

Unlimited Rush – The Best Holiday Deal

23 June - 25 July | Unlimited jump time, while parents log in to free WiFi.

Rush: 50% off additional jump hours

28 April - 2 May 2025 | More time for the kids to play means more time for parents to chill. Easy,...

Jack and the Beanstalk

3 - 27 July 2025 | A school holiday pantomime for the whole family

Milnerton Aquatic Club

Milnerton | Water-based sports for all levels and all ages, with a restaurant, a bar, and social...