The V&A Waterfront, short for Victoria and Alfred, is one of South Africa’s most popular shopping destinations. This 123-hectare wonderland offers the best in fashion, homeware, and curios, along with jewellery, leather goods, and audio visual equipment from both local and international brands. Everyone shopping in Cape Town, regardless of taste or budget, will find something to their liking.
Located 2.5 km away from the popular cape wheel and cosy eateries, The Capital Mirage will feel like home away from home. With many sights to take in, make use of our complimentary shuttle service – the perfect opportunity to visit nearby popular attractions.
You can hop over to the Planetarium where art, science and entertainment meets. The Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome is the most advanced digital planetarium on the African continent and is located next to The Capital 15 on Orangethe Enjoy breathtaking views of the universe with virtual voyages and explore the inner workings of the human body at a state-of-the-art research centre.
With state of the art facilities, business travellers can settle in comfortably using our facilities during their stay, morning and night. Stay connected to our complimentary uncapped high-speed Wi-Fi. That way, you’re always connected and ready to share timeless views of Table Mountain and the city skyline.
The Best of Cape Town’s Shores
After you’ve had a world-class breakfast at The Emerald Lounge Restaurant and Bar our complimentary shuttle can drop you off at the V&A Waterfront, located only a few minutes away from our hotels. Here you can shop at the outlets of world-renowned brands, take a helicopter tour of the bay, dine at the city’s best restaurants and view some of its most popular attractions.
What to eat
There are numerous restaurants to pick from along the V&A Waterfront, but the V&A Food Market offers the most diverse dining experience. Housed in the Old Power Station, it has over 40 vendors serving gourmet street food from all around the world. Some of the goodies available are Mexican burritos, Knysna oysters, handcrafted chocolates, Belgian waffles, and Thai noodles, just to name a few.
Gluten-free and vegan diets are catered for, and licensed establishments serve Western Cape craft beers and wines by the glass. The good vibes are enhanced by regular live music and outdoor tables.
The Capital 15 on Orange is close to Kloof street which is a popular foodie destination where you can enthral your taste buds with authentic foods from South Africa and the world.
Where to go
Tours to Robben Island
Every year, hundreds of people visit Robben Island, a unique emblem of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, pain, and injustice” with a rich 500-year multi-layered history, eager to comprehend and honour the key aspects of South African history that the island represents.
Zeitz MOCAA Museum of Contemporary Art
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is a contemporary art museum in Cape Town, located in the Silo District of the V&A Waterfront. It is the world’s largest museum of contemporary African art.
Two Oceans Aquarium
The meeting point of two mighty and abundant oceans, the Indian and the Atlantic, is located at the southern tip of Africa. The Two Oceans Aquarium, located on the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, is perfectly positioned to exhibit the magnificent diversity of marine life that can be found in these two oceans.
What to do
See The City From A Bird’s-Eye View
Take a magnificently scenic helicopter flight around Cape Town’s lovely beach shoreline. A range of aircraft itineraries are available, ranging from 12 minutes to 48 minutes. Expect to see beautiful views of the coast, Table Mountain, Robben Island, and the Cape Town city bowl.
Boat and Yacht cruises
From last-minute cruises to luxurious sunset trips on a yacht to seal snorkelling, boat and yacht options are (naturally) in abundance at the V&A Waterfront. They also cater to large groups, so if you’re craving a jol on the ocean, we highly recommend doing so at The Waterfront.
The Cape Wheel
Our Cape Wheel is a massive observation wheel that provides a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of Cape Town from the lively V&A Waterfront precinct. It has 30 fully-enclosed air-conditioned carriages, two that are wheelchair-friendly, that elevate you 40 metres above the ground in safety and comfort on a four-revolution ride. Table Mountain, Robben Island, the Cape Town City skyline, the Paarl Mountains, and the Cape Town Stadium are all visible from the Wheel.
We’d love to make your stay as comfortable as possible at the Capital.
