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In the last few years, Cape Town has come out its shell and there are some fantastic nightclubs where you can party until the early hours of the morning. From Restaurants, Bars and Nightclubs, Cape Town has something to entertain everyone.

  • Taste the Whiskey at Bascule Whiskey Bar in the Cape Grace
  • Sip Champagne at the Planet Bar at the Mount Nelson Hotel
  • Feel on top of the world at Hemisphere Nightclub on top of the Absa Building in the centre of Cape Town
  • Party with the most beautiful people in Cape Town at Roosevelt Night Club on Bree Street
  • Watch the sun go down at anyone of the Beachfront Bars in Camps Bay

Cape Town Night Life : Bars, Restaurants and Clubs

Cape Town has been known as a little sleepy when it comes to nightlife. Capetonians have in the past been known to prefer sipping sundowners on the beach, or joining friends for a Braai ( Barbeque ) rather than dress up and go dancing in a nightclub. However in recent years the number of clubs has increased and the nightclubs are becoming fantastic venues with amazing décor, cutting edge music and great eye candy !


Cape Town Night Life : Bars, Restaurants and Clubs

Cape Town City Nightlife

Live Music
Live music in its various forms can be enjoyed at the following destinations. Speak to your Rhino Africa consultant about more information.

The Green Dolphin
(+27 21 421 7471 )
An excellent venue for Jazz also has great food, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Marimba
(+27 21 418 3366 )
Jazz, Blues, African, Big Band and swing with an a la carte restaurant. Marimba is located at the Cape Town International Convention Centre

Mama Africa
(+27 21 424 8634 )
African Music with traditional African Cuisine, Cape Malay Foods and Curries. Mama Africa is situated on Long Street

Winchester Mansions
(+27 21 434 2351 )
Enjoy lunch with live jazz and a great seaview every Sunday. The Winchester Mansions is located in Seapoint

Lookout Deck
(+27 21 790 0900 )
A great variety of live music on Fridays and Sundays, overlooking the ocean. Harbour Road, Hout Bay

Be Seen
Capetonians are getting more and more Eurocentric, and many like to be seen draped in expensive labels and funky clothes. Here are some venues to give the social pages plenty of good photo ops.

Tank
(+27 21 419 0007 )
It has a big fish Tank. A la carte mnue and sushi made by the world 7th best sushi master. Located in De Waterkant

Café Caprice
(+27 21 438 6444 )
Models flock here to flaunt their hot bods and expensive clothing. Victoria Road, Camps Bay

Hemisphere
(+27 21 421 0581 )
Oh so sophisticated with amazing views of the city. Situated on the 31st floor of the ABSA building in downtown Cape Town

Mbar and Lounge
(+27 21 424 7247 )
Its very red and they have an absolutely fabulous Versace Couch you can sit on – but you need to reserve ! Metropole Hotel , Long Street

Ignite
(+27 21 438 0882 )
Previously known as Eclipse, Ignite is a good cocktail venue for the younger crowd in Camps Bay

Clubs
With lots of clubs in Cape Town, many situated in Long Street, or scattered through town and De Waterkant, there is something for just about everyone.

Joburg
(+27 21 422 0142 )
Eclectic crowd, small dancefloor, often great live artists. Long Street

Gallery
(+27 21 461 9649)
This is a club for the serious clubber with hard dance and uplifting tunes into the early hours of the morning. Situated on Sir Lowry Road.

Rhodes House
(+27 21 425 4010)
Cape Town’s answer for the rich and famous, great for celebrity spotting.

Chrome
(+27 83 700 6079)
Ultra upmarket nightspot with dancefloor and various VIP areas. Chrome is located on Pepper Street just off Long Street

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