Entering the city bowl of Cape Town typically has one land up in bustling Long Street – where nightlife is the. Many gorgeous Victorian-era buildings line the one-way street filled with restaurants, bars, clubs, quirky shops as well as a range of hotels and backpackers.
Located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route
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Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
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One of the real old gems of the old Cape Town, Long Street is still a bustling hive of city folk going about their daily lives during the work week. Strolling from The Foreshore in the high-rise downtown area of the city, you’ll gradually climb up Long Street passing numerous African antique stores, dusty bookshops and cute fashion boutiques.
Bars such as the BeerHouse stocks 99 bottles of beers from all over plus beer on tap which can be sampled via tasting boards. Their balcony provides the perfect people-watching platform or a great space to meet up with friends for a drink. There are stacks of other bars such as The Dubliner (great music, and the best live sports spot) and Bob’s Bar which is a lively evening venue.
Fiction is a total vibe come 22:00 and the party will keep going in this club until the wee hours of the morning. The Waiting Room and Café Mojito won’t let you down lightly either! Royale Eatery has the best burgers in the street and Long Street Café offers a rad setting and vibe in the old Victorian structure. Mama Africa has live marimba music to add to your African themed dining experience.
Long Street is also home to the Long Street Baths, an indoor heated swimming pool and Turkish Baths which has been here since 1908. You’ll find the baths used by local city residents, business persons having a lunchtime swim or city visitors looking for a bit of relaxed exercise.
Parallel to Long Street lies the busy Adderley Street which runs past the busy Cape Town Station, and on the Signal Hill side is the super trendy Bree Street which has the cities best bakeries, cafes and great restaurants too. If the bustling nightlife saps all your energy just a short walk away will take you into Bree Street and you can reenergize in quieter space.
If you’re looking for a place to spend a night or base yourself from during a Cape Town holiday look no further to the wonderful Long Street Boutique Hotel!
Smalls detours from Long Street include The Company’s Garden, Greenmarket Square and the vibrant Malay Quarter known as the Bo-Kaap.
Long Street is located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route
Open 7 Days a week
Distance from Cape Town: 1 km
Where: Long Street, City Centre
West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature
West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.
Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way:
Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.