Attractions IN Rondebosch
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Groote Schuur Zoo
Cape Town used to have a zoo. Originally built in 1897 by Cecil John Rhodes to house a couple of lions and a leopard given to him, it went on to house his private menagerie, one he hoped to grow until it contained animals ...
Landmarks / National Monuments
Rondebosch Common
Rondebosch Common is unusual - it is not state, municipal or regional council land. In fact it is a donation of private land by Cecil John Rhodes in his will to be left as a permanent open space for the people of Cape Town. It is also a National ...
Golf Courses
Rondebosch Golf Club
The Rondebosch golf course is essentially a return to the original concept of golf, being very much a parkland-type of golf course from which the game evolved. Some tight driving holes, compounded by undulating fairways and the ever-present threat of ...
Landmarks
Rondebosch Park
This is an open park with free entrance to all between 08h00 and 18h00 every day. There are benches dotted conveniently around the park for parents and visitors. Pathways criss-cross their way through the park, and avenues are flanked by giant oak, plane ...
Landmarks
University of Cape Town
The University of Cape Town (UCT) is South Africa's oldest university. UCT has more than 60 specialist research units that provide supervision for postgraduate work and is home to more than a quarter of South Africa's A-rated researchers - academics who ...
Attractions AROUND Rondebosch
Airports / Landmarks
Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town International Airport is the base from which millions of international travellers begin their exploration of this uniquely beautiful country. It is the second largest airport in South Africa, second only to the OR Tambo International Airport in ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Groote Schuur Hospital
Groote Schuur Hospital, visible against the backdrop of Devil's Peak, and, not only the site of the first heart transplant, but also one of the main teaching hospitals in South Africa. Groote Schuur Hospital, or GSH, is a Central Hospital which forms ...
Museums
Irma Stern Museum
Established in 1971 in the house the artist lived in for almost four decades. Several of the rooms are furnished as she arranged them while upstairs there is a commercial gallery used by contemporary artists. A lively temporary exhibition programme is ...
Botanical Gardens / Landmarks / Mandela Route
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is world renowned for the beauty and diversity of the Cape flora it displays and for the magnificence of its setting against the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. Kirstenbosch grows only indigenous South African ...
Miscellaneous
Mostert's Mill
Mosterts Mill is open to the public most Saturdays when volunteer millers operate the mill. If you would like to see the Mill in operation or purchase some flour, the "Millers" would be delighted to see you and show you around this delightful example of ...
Landmarks
Newlands Cricket Grounds
It isn't surprising that the Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town, is affectionately dubbed the most beautiful of its kind in the world. Table Mountain and Devil's Peak stand as dramatic backdrops to the game; while the verdant, leafy suburb of Newlands ...
2010 Stadiums / Landmarks
Newlands Rugby Stadium
Ever since the first matches played here in 1890, Newlands has become one of the world's most respected rugby stadiums. The second oldest test venue in the world, Newlands is now a modern 51 000 capacity stadium and has witnessed countless dramatic ...
Memorials
Rhodes Memorial
A national landmark, Rhodes Memorial lies within the Table Mountain National Park and the views from up here are stunning, offering panoramic vistas of industrial Cape Town, out over the airport and the Cape Flats, and on a clear day, the Helderberg and ...
Popular Tourist Routes
The Old Wagon Road to the Forest
Cape Town's Main Road (M4) runs from the southern corner of the Castle, around Devil's Peak and through the rowdy streets of Woodstock, Salt River, Observatory and Mowbray all the way to Muizenberg. It ...
Forests / Landmarks
Upper Liesbeek River Garden
The Liesbeek River is reputedly the oldest urbanised river in the country. The first river ever named by Jan van Riebeeck, he called it after a little river in the Netherlands. Today about 70% of it is canalised. You'll find the Upper Liesbeek River ...
... and a little further afield
Entertainment / Shopping
Cape Town Shopping
For the international Tourist, shopping in Cape Town is relatively inexpensive due to the favourable exchange rate and comparatively low production costs. For the Tourist, jewellery is particularly inexpensive and as many of South Africa's most talented ...
Forests
Cecilia Forest
Cecilia Forest is a beautiful part of Constantia in which to walk. There are a number of routes to choose from, the most popular of which begins at the Cecilia Forest car park where Rhodes and Hohenhort Drives meet. You do need to watch out for the forks ...
Entertainment / Miscellaneous
Chart Farm
Lying at the top of Wynberg Park with incredible views out over the vineyards of Constantia, Chart Farm is one of those little escapes about which only the locals know. It's one of the only places where you can pick your own roses in Cape Town and the ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Chelsea Village
The quiet lanes of Wynberg's Chelsea Village are reminiscent of a little English village high street. It's also known as Little Chelsea or Wynberg Village, after London's Chelsea. The collection of Cape Georgian buildings is one of ...
Wine Routes
Constantia Wine Route
Rich in heritage & beauty, the Constantia Wine Route comprises of Groot Constantia, Buitenverwachting and Klein Constantia. Constantia was one of the first wine-producing areas of the Western Cape. Groot Constantia is one of the first and finest examples ...
Cultural / Miscellaneous
East Wynberg Historical Walk
This particular historical walk in Wynberg you will find on a map that you can get from the library in Wynberg, or from the Old Wynberg Village Society who were instrumental in producing it. It is one of a series of maps designed to promote walking ...
Museums / Landmarks / National Monuments
Groot Constantia
Groot Constantia is the oldest producing wine estate in the country and has played a pivotal role in wine for over three centuries. It was first owned (when it incorporated Klein Constantia and some of Bergvliet) by Simon van der Stel, himself an avid ...
Entertainment
Kenilworth Racecourse
The oldest racecourse in the country, Kenilworth is steeped in tradition and history. With its enviable geographic location and beauty, it has long been a favourite racing venue among both South African and overseas visitors. Kenilworth Racecourse is ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Maynardville Park
Maynardville Park is perfectly nestled amidst so many of the goings-on of the Mother City. This is a beautifully green escape from the busy city around it, and is known for the art, drama and music performances that are so frequently held in the open-air ...
Golf Courses
Mowbray Golf Club
Set in a very central area - about 15 minutes from the Waterfront and Cape Town's Airport, Mowbray is a parkland course, which provides an excellent test of golf. The terrain is flat, but plenty of trees and water features make for an interesting ...
Rondebosch as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Athlone, Claremont, Constantia Valley, Harfield Village, Kenilworth, Lansdowne, Mowbray, Newlands, Observatory, Ottery, Pinelands, Plumstead, Rosebank, Wynberg
Staying Overnight
Camdene Guest House
Camdene Guest House offers accommodation in an Halaal friendly environment and is a home away from home. Ideally situated to explore the charms o...
Little Scotia Guest House
Little Scotia is a relaxed and homely guest house in the heart of historic Rondebosch. The homestead, though steeped in history, has been tastefu...
Roodenburg House 1882
This lovely old house exudes hospitality and offers a warm, welcoming 'home from home' experience. A comfortable lounge area opens onto the swimm...
Belvedere on Barkley
Located in the exclusive Silwood area of Rondebosch, Belvedere on Barkley is a lovely Victorian house offering two up-market self-catering units ...
Westbury House
Westbury House is part of an old stately Victorian house in the exclusive Silwood area of Rondebosch. Accommodation is suitable for business and ...
Sandown Lodge
Sandown Lodge is a charming 19th Century Georgian House, centrally situated in picturesque surroundings. Its central location makes it an ideal b...
Robin's Nest Rondebosch
Robin's Nest is a home from home in the quiet suburb of Rondebosch. The comfortable living conditions, leafy surrounds and convenient location ar...
Nia on 131
Nia on 131 offers comfortable accommodation just 6kms from Kenilworth Race Course in four separate units. The establishment has a swimming pool, ...
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