Love is in the air, and word on the street is that you’ve had a whiff. Now all you want to do is show your significant other just how much they mean to you. Are you stumped on how to do this? Not to worry – look at this catalogue highlighting a few date ideas you can execute in or around Cape Town.
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1. A half-day experience with Stellenbosch Wine Safari
Possessing several award-winning wine farms in the Western Cape, the thought of venturing into the Stellenbosch Wine Route can become almost domineering. Let Stellenbosch Wine Safari take the pressure off you with a choice of half-day experience, being transported to and fro on an open safari vehicle.
Contact details: Call 021 100 3900 or email scootours.capetown@gmail.com
Address: 16 Reyger Street, Simonswyk, Stellenbosch
2. Touring Franschhoek on the Wine Tram
Similar to this activity is a tour of Franschhoek Valley on the famous Franschhoek Wine Tram (because these are such fun date ideas just outside Cape Town!). Get ready to encounter a welcoming spirit, unparalleled views, top-tier wine and food to match.
Contact details: Call 021 300 0338
Address: Corner of Main Road & Cabriere Street, Franschhoek
3. A skate session at AJ’s Roller Rink
Take a trip down memory lane with your loved one and revisit the joy rollerskating brings. Just think how entertaining it would be for your partner to see you stumble.
Contact details: Call 064 844 6345 or email ajrollerrink207@gmail.com
Address: Koeberg Sports Club, Merchant Walk, Melkbos
4. Take a trip with Winelands Ballooning
We know this is one of those out-of-this-world date ideas you can organise around Cape Town, but it will sweep your partner off their feet. So whenever you’re ready to do so, remember that Winelands Ballooning is waiting.
Tip: The sunrise perfectly complements the sweeping views of the Berg River Valley near Paarl – so be sure to book your flight for the morning!
Contact details: Call 021 863 3192
Address: Clock Tower Precinct, V&A Waterfront
5. Fly high in a helicopter with African Eagle Day Tours
With Table Mountain on the left and Robben Island on the right, you will feel pleased for trusting African Eagle Day Tours with your day’s itinerary.
Contact details: Call 021 464 4266 or email daytours@aecpt.co.za
Address: 4 Malta Road, Salt River
6. Fruit picking at Polkadraai Strawberry Farm
Photo courtesy of Polkadraai Strawberry Farm
This is undoubtedly one of the more profitable date ideas to carry out around Cape Town – you get to flutter around your favourite person while harvesting healthy goods to take home. So a trip to Polkadraai Strawberry Farm sounds like a win-win situation!
Contact details: Call 021 881 3303
Address: 7603 Stellenbosch Arterial Road, Kuils River
7. See the best of the coastline with Cape Corporate Tours
Cruise along 12 Apostles to Hout Bay in a classic Cadillac courtesy of Cape Courtesy Tours. With one voucher allowing up to 4 people to experience the Cape Coastline, you can take your best friend and their partner along for a double dream date!
Contact details: Call 082 967 0085 or email hd1@live.co.za
Address: 69 Victoria Road, Camps Bay
8. Catch a bright cable car
Found in the catalogue of the Ultimate 50 Best Things to do in Cape Town, riding one of Table Mountain’s cable cars is by far one of the best date ideas in Cape Town to bring to life. Whether you and your loved one are Capetonians or visitors, we bet you would love to get this aerial view of the Mother City.
Contact details: Call 021 424 8181
Address: Tafelberg Road, Gardens
9. Explore the outdoors on a Scootour
When you buy two vouchers, get down and dirty with your favourite person on a gravity-propelled scooter, The Scootour. With us, you have the option of getting acquainted with:
Contact details: Call 021 100 3900 or email scootours.bookings@gmail.com
Address:
Cape Town – 209 Tafelberg Road, Table Mountain Nature Reserve
Franschhoek – 40 Uitkyk Street, Franschhoek
Stellenbosch – Middelvlei Landgoed, Onder Papegaaiberg, Stellenbosch
10. A classic picnic at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden
Sometimes, sticking to the old-fashioned date ideas in Cape Town is a timeless, romantic act which would be the safest bet when spoiling your person. Experience nature in its finest form when you’re on the lookout for the perfect picnic spot at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.
Contact details: Call 021 799 8783
Address: Rhodes Drive, Newlands
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11. Go kayaking with Circe Launches
Put your communication skills to the test when you embark on an adventure with Circe Launches. You have to take advantage of Cape Town’s beaches when you try out date ideas in this city, right? So why not make Hout Bay your destination?
Contact details: WhatsApp 082 5522 904 or email bookings@circelaunches.co.za
Address: Hout Bay Harbour, Hout Bay
12. Pick roses at Chart Farm
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Do you know what’s better than buying roses for your significant other? Picking those symbols of love with them at the popular Chart Farm! Let the romance bloom with this budding date idea near Wynberg, Cape Town.
Contact details: Call 021 762 0067 or email admin@chartfarm.co.za
Address: 1A Klaasens Road, Wynberg
13. Observe the Cape Town sunset from The Mirage
Another timeless romantic activity is watching the sunset with the one you love most – and you can do so peering over the waters courtesy of The Mirage. Hop aboard a yacht for a sunset cruise and ensure that the sun doesn’t set on your relationship!
Contact details: Call 071 428 1126 or email info@miragecatamaran.com
Address: V&A Waterfront
14. Catch a bike ride on the promenade at dusk
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You can also marvel at the sunset over the Atlantic ocean with a bike ride on the Sea Point Promenade. What could be better than sea air rushing your hair, looking to your side and finding the love of your life there?
Contact details: Call 074 100 9161
Address: From Bantry Bay to Mouille Point
15. Side-by-side horse riding with Alpha Equestrian
Head to Paarl for a scene straight out of a rom-com! Enjoy a horse-back outride among the fynbos and orchards found at the foot of the Drakenstein Mountains. Alpha Equestrian can put you in the good books with this one.
Contact details: Call 061 266 2244 or email info@alphaequestrian.co.za
Address: Keerweder Road, Paarl
16. Watch an actual rom-com at The Labia
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You know you love the combo of a feel-good movie and perfectly seasoned popcorn – and we bet you’ll love it even more alongside your favourite person! Head to the oldest independent art cinema in the country, The Labia, to make this kind of outing even more special.
Contact details: Call 021 424 5927 or email labiatheatre@telkomsa.net
Address: 68 Orange Street, Gardens
17. Develop a new hobby with Cape Town Surf School
Maybe you and your partner have talked about trying out a new hobby together. If so, we have something that might interest you – Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP).
Contact details: Call/WhatsApp 081 858 0973 or email info@capetownsurfschool.com
Address: De Mist Street, Small Bay
18. Go Ice Skating at Grandwest
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Challenge your loved one to take on the Olympic-sized skate rink at Grandwest Family Entertainment Centre. We’re sure they will appreciate the beloved throwback to childhood days!
Contact details: Call 021 535 2260
Address: 1 Jakes Gerwel Drive, Acacia Park
19. Make sweet treats with Artichoc Creative Cafe
We’re sure you spoil the love of your life with chocolates, but how awesome would it be if you learn how to make chocolate with them? If this is something both of you will enjoy, get this deal and take a trip to Artichoc Creative Cafe in Stellenbosch.
Contact details: Call 021 881 8054 or email bookings@artichoc.co.za
Address: R310 Baden Powell Drive, Lynedoch, Stellenbosch
20. Get ready for City Rock
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For our last listing, we have something, especially for adrenaline-seeking couples. Take on City Rock in Paarden Eiland for a thrilling bonding activity. Known as one of the biggest in SA, you will feel well-accomplished after a visit to this climbing gym.
Contact details: Call 021 447 1326 or email capetown@cityrock.co.za
Address: 9 Milner Street, Paarden Eiland
