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About Cape Town
One of the liveliest cultural scenes in Africa and packed with trendy places to eat, drink and stay. The Waterfront is probably the best area – thick with good spots to have fun.
A hotspot for gay culture, Cape Town boasts a liberal attitude and is very accepting of the Gay community which is large and growing. Cape Town offers a unique blend of gay entertainment and nightlife, mostly centred around the gay village in Green Point.
In this area you will find a variety of gay and gay-friendly restaurants, coffee shops, clubs, bars and accommodation. Café Manhattan is probably one of the oldest gay venues, it is a relaxed bar and restaurant, also try The Bronx a popular action bar. For the more theatrically inclined, On Broadway offers regular performances by popular entertainers.
Regular events and dance parties such as the Mother City Queer Project attracts up to 10000 people from around the world every December who descend upon Cape Town dressed to the prevailing theme and ready to party. A must for all open-minded travellers.
Cape Town Hotels
Hajo’s Lodge & Tours
Gay owned friendly charming 4-star guesthouse.Located close to Milnerton Golf Course and Blouberg beach.Lovely garden pool as well as relaxing surroundings.Good choice of restaraunt and shops within easy reach.
83 Ascot RoadMilnerton
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 21 - 555 8700
The Charles
Luxurious guest house in the heart of Cape Towns gay Village.The Charles is the ideal place to really experience the pulse of Cape Town.Located in the heart of Cape Towns famous Waterkant.Located opposite Café Manhattan one of the famous and original gay restaurants in the city.
137 Waterkant StreetDe Waterkant
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 21 438 3972
The Glen
Luxury gay owned gay staffed and managed hotel.Offers the best elements of hotel services while still maintaining personalised hospitality.Offers a discreet hideaway for the discerning gay traveller and his friends.The Glen is ideally located for relaxing on the beaches.
3 Glen RdSea Point
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 21 439 0086
The Grand Daddy
Small and cool hotel that metamorphosised from the Metropol Hotel. Situated in the heart of the city on the legendary Long Street. Pretty much everything that a genuine city boutique hotel should be. Includes the M-Bar and Lounge – one of the hottest spots in town.
38 Long StreetTel No: +27 21 424 7247
Cape Grace Hotel
A perennial contender for best city hotel in Africa. Great waterfront location – everything you’ll want is nearby. A young and contemporary option with a clientele to match. In-house dining drinking are big hits with guests and a young-ish local crowd.
West Quay RoadVictoria & Alfred Waterfront
Tel No: +27 21 410 7100
Parker Cottage
4 star award winning gay friendly and gay owned guesthouse.Situated in Tamboerskloof Cape Townit is set against the backdrop of Table Mountain.Within a couple of minutes walk from some of Cape Town’s finest restaurants.The Gay Bars and Clubs are a few minutes drive away.
3 Carstens StreetTamboerskloof
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 21 424 6445
Cape Town Bars / Club
Navigaytion
Located above the Bronx Bar.Creator owner Bruno Bronn opened Navigaytion in April 2008.A much needed venue where gay men and boys lose all their inhibitions.Located in the heart of the gay village.
cnr of Somerset and Napier Drive22 Somerset Road Green Point
Cape Town
Junction Cafe (Lush)
LUSH is a party for women who love women.With a line-up of female DJ’s playing the latest top 40 hits and commercial dance music.Party is held at regular intervals check website for details of future events.The vibe is fun and funky and the girls are gorgeous.
Somerset RoadGreen Point
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 82 5656 174
Manhattan Cafe
One of the oldest and most popular gay and lesbian restaurant-bar in Cape Town. Manhattan Café serves up burgers sandwiches and some veggie options. Chock full of queers. Not one to be missed.
74 Waterkant St.Green Point
Cape Town
Beaulah Bar
Beaulah Bar is Cape Towns latest and hottest upmarket chic gay bar.This lesbian-owned “bohemian-chic” bar/lounge is a breath of fresh air for the local dyke community.Boys and girls drop by most nights but it’s especially popular with the ladies.
28-30 Somerset RoadGreen Point Cape Town
Tel No: 00 27 21 421 6798
Bronx Bar
Featured in the New York Times’ travel section.Bronx Bar in one of Cape Town’s longest running gay bars with very large gay clientele.Offers sound system as well as plasma screens.Plus many activities to keep its patrons coming back for more.
35 Somerset RdDe Waterkant
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 21 419 9216
Loft Lounge
A total upscale hip gay lounge in the heart of de Waterkant just above Anatoli restaurant.Even though this spot is especially for the boys it’s totally worth dropping by just to check the place out.Loft is a great spot for a light snack or cocktail.
24 Napier St.De Waterkant Cape Town
Tel No: 00 27 21425 2637
Cape Town Restaurants
Bukhara
Enormous yet intimate Indian restaurant. Widely seen as the best of its kind in Cape Town. Great location – you’re right in the heart of the city here. Popular with locals and something of a city institution now.
33 Church StreetTel No: +27 21 424 0000
The Africa Cafe
Traditional African restaurant bang in the middle of the city centre. A bit of a tourist trap but don’t let that put you off. A little on the expensive side but nothing scary. Perfect spot to dine if you want an African food experience.
108 Shortmarket StreetTel No: +27 21 422 0221
Codfather Seafood & Sushi
Well establishedseafood restaurant and sushi bar. Good Camps Bay location – has the views and other entertainment options nearby. Mixed clientele of locals and tourists. Good selection of non-seafood options if you want (this place is one of 4 within the Restaurant Village).
Geneva DriveCamps Bay
Tel No: +27 21 438 0782
On Broadway
Who wouldve imagined… a queer dinner theatre in Africa! Shows usually run for a few months at a time. Serving up not only first-rate theatre productions but also a variety of fine food. Not to be missed.
88 Shortmarket St.Cape Town
Tel No: +27 21 424 1194
Anatoli
Turkish restaurant with both traditional and modern Middle Eastern fare.A longtime favourite with the local LGBT community.Lots of choices for vegetarians.Ideally located in Green Point.
24 Napier St.Green Point Cape Town
Tel No: +27 21 419 2501
La Colombe
French fine dining in an elegant setting. Located on a working wine farm only 20 minutes from the city. Highly rated by both locals and travellers. Voted Top Restaurant in South Africa for 2 consecutive years.
Spaanschemat River RoadTel No: +27 21 794 2390
Cape Town Arts, Culture and Leisure
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
This is the oldest part of Cape Town’s harbor dating back to 1860.Although still a working harbor it has transformed into one of Cape Town’s prime attractions.Restaurants bars and cafes plus over 240 shopping outlets.A boat ride to Robben Island also departs from the VA.
Portswood CloseCape Town
Tel No: +27 21 408 7600
Bo Kaap Museum
The museum is situated in a restored home in the historic Bo Kaap style.Surrounded by other Cape Dutch architecture patinted a spectrum of colors.Featuresexhibits on the Cape Town Muslim community and historical insight into the city’s diverse inhabitants.
71 Wale StreetCape Town
Tel No: +27 21 481 3939
Mother City Queer Project
Mother City Queer Project attracts up to 10000 people from around the world.Hosted every December.Thousands descend upon Cape Town dressed to the prevailing theme and ready to party.A must for all open-minded travellers.
Cape TownRobben Island
Possibly the World’s most famous Prison Island. Located only 12km from the city. Made infamous by the incarceration of Nelson Mandela. Now a popular tourist trip with regular tours run by former inmates.
Nelson Mandela GatewayTel No: +27 21 409 5100
Table Mountain
This majestic sandstone mountain is undoubtedly Cape Town’s most well known and well loved landmark.Its flat table top stretches for three kilometres.Is flanked by Devil’s Peak on one side and Lion’s Head on the other.At the top cable station is a restaurant a souvenir shop and viewing platforms.
Rotair CablewayCape Town
Tel No: +27 (0)21 701 8692
Cape Town Pride
The Cape Town Pride celebrates homosexuality and tolerance. This annual parade takes place between Feb and march 2011. Frequented by thousands from all across the globe. See website for more info.
Cape TownCape Town Adult Entertainment
The Hot House
Located in the heart of Cape Towns gay district.A hot health and leisure club.With the usual dark rooms cabins steam room Jacuzzi etc.
18 Jarvis StCape Town
South Africa
Leather Bar
Leather Bar in the Green Point area of Cape Town.The only Leather Rubber and Jeans bar in Cape Town.Offering slings dark rooms and many other delights to satisfy.Check website for opening hours.
18 Cobern StGreen Point
Cape TownTel No: 00 27 21 421 5305