11 ROMANTIC COUPLE ACTIVITIES TO DO IN THE CAPE

If you’ve been in a  relationship for a long time, you’re most likely running out of fresh, new date ideas. No more sitting on the couch in your tracksuit with pizza or lame movie nights when you both shiver at the sight of the cinema’s popcorn prices. Try one of these cool (yet still adorably romantic) activities instead.

1 Flying high in a helicopter

There’s no better way to experience the Mother City than by air. Hop on a chopper and treat your love to a bird’s eye view of the  Mother City.

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CONTACT +21 462 6755, [email protected], wcape-town-helicopter-tours.com

2 Horseriding on the beach 

The Imhoff Equestrian Centre in Noordhoek offers romantic horse tours along the beach. Each tour only accommodates six people so it’s an intimate yet still interactive date activity.

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WHERE Imhoff Equestrian Centre, Kommetjie Road, Noordhoek
CONTACT +27 82 774 1191, [email protected], horseriding.co.za

3 Movies under the stars 

Movie night just got exciting again! With warmer nights just around the corner, you can cuddle up with your honey and enjoy the best Hollywood has to offer – all beneath the stars.

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WHERE Grand Daddy Hotel, 38 Long Street, CBD
CONTACT +21 424 7247, [email protected], wgranddaddy.co.za

4 Picnics on the lawn  

Granma’s old picnic blanket’s got nothing on what some of our favourite wine estate’s are serving up. Head as close the Constantia Wine Valley to soak up the sun and enjoy a pre-packed picnic on the estate lawn – complete with truffles, breads and wine.

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WHERE Buitenverwachting, Klein Constantia Road, Constantia
CONTACT +21 794 5190, [email protected], wbuitenverwachting.com

5 Chocolate lovers’ delight 

There’s absolutely nothing better than eating chocolate. Okay fine, eating chocolate with your soulmate could be the better option. Head over to the Lindt Chocolate Studio and take part in a chocolate class or tasting to learn about decorating, moulding, baking and much more.

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WHERE Lindt Chocolate Studio, Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village, 72 Waterkant Street, CBD
CONTACT +21 831 0360, [email protected], chocolatestudio.co.za

6 Take a ride on a motorcycle 

 

Feeling a bit on the wild side? Rent two motorcycles from Cape Bike Travel and explore the city in style (and speed). You’ll be able to choose from a wide variety of bikes – from BMW to Harley Davidson and everything in between. Don’t have your licence or it’s your first time? There are chauffeured tours where an experienced biker will take you for a ride.

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WHERE Cape Bike Travel, 125C Buitengracht St, CBD
CONTACT +21 424 5013, [email protected], capebiketravel.com

7 Skating on thin ice 

 

Feel like a child again as you ice skate hand-in-hand with your loved one at The Ice Station at Grand West. Dress warmly and have some laughs as you show off your skills on the ice, followed by a warm cup of coffee at one of the many coffee shops in the centre.

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WHERE The Ice Station, Grand West Casino & Entertainment World, 1 Vanguard Road, Goodwood
CONTACT +21 535 2260, wicerink.co.za

8 Go on an audio tour

For a date with a difference, make your way up to Cape Point where you’ll learn about the history of Cape Town’s most iconic Natural World Heritage Sites through narrated stories. The audio tour includes The Lighthouse Keeper’s Trail, Cliff Lookout and more.

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WHERE Cape of Good Hope, Cape Point Road, Cape Town
CONTACT +27 21 780 9010, [email protected], capepoint.co.za

9 Diamonds are forever 

Tour  The Diamond Works Museum to get a glimpse into how stunning jewellery is made from tanzanite, jewel stones and more. Not only will it cement your love in precious stones, but you could even spot a celeb looking for some sparkle of their own.

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WHERE The Diamond Works, 7 Walter Sisulu Avenue, CBD
CONTACT +21 425 1970, [email protected], thediamondworks.co.za

10 Go sightseeing in your city

Hop on one of the red City Sightseeing Buses and enjoy one of three tours of the Cape. From Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront to the lush wine routes, this is a great activity for couples to do together.

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WHERE Various stops throughout the CBD
CONTACT +27 861 733 287, [email protected], citysightseeing.co.za

11 Take a classic car tour

Open rooftop, wind blowing through your hair and a magnificent view of the Cape’s best spots. Rent a classic car and tour the city in style. Or simply just spend the day cruising along the beach with your someone special.

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WHERE Various places in CBD

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