FUN THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS IN THE CENTRAL CITY

The beauty about the Central City is that it caters for everyone. If you’re looking for family-friendly things to do, especially on a budget, there’s plenty to choose from. Here’s our selection as highlighted in our summer issue 2018-19 issue of City Views.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL
11 December 2018 till 15 January
Inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl, Matilda The Musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
Where: Artscape Theatre Centre, DF Malan St
Cost: R100 – R520
www.artscape.co.za

STORYTIME AT THE BOOK LOUNGE
Every Saturday at 11h00 Every Saturday morning is Storytime at The Book Lounge and all kids are welcome. Storytime is always free of charge, plus there’s no need to RSVP.
Where: 71 Roeland St
Cost: Free
www.booklounge.co.za

WANT MORE BOOKS?
The Central Library also has a big children’s section and storytelling takes place here in various languages including isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sesotho and siSwati.
1 Parade Street | https://www.facebook.com/centrallibrarycapetown/

THE COMPANY’S GARDEN
At 15 Queen Victoria Street lies the oldest (and, if we might add, most beautiful) garden in the country which also happens to be the perfect venue for the entire family, from the lawns on which to relax and play to the many surrounding venues brimming with art and history.

PLANETARIUM AND DIGITAL DOME
While at The Company’s Garden, use the opportunity to check out the Iziko Planetarium and Digital Dome nearby. It’s a space of innovation and discovery where art, science and entertainment meet.
Where: 25 Queen Victoria St
Cost: R60 (for adults); R30 (for children, students and SA pensioners)
www.iziko.org.za

FESTIVE LIGHTS IN THE CBD
The festive lights in Adderley Street in December are something to marvel at. Bring the entire family for a late lunch and, as the evening winds down, watch the beautiful festive lights come on.

OTHER FUN THINGS TO CONSIDER

Museums and galleries: www.iziko.org.za and www.youngblood-africa.com
Tunnel tours www.goodhopeadventures.com
Rent a bike www.andbikes.co.za and www.upcycles.co.za

USEFUL INFO FOR YOUR CENTRAL CITY ADVENTURE

Driving into town?
Download ParkFind – the app that enables you to seek out areas where there are available parking bays throughout the CBD. You can pay by cash, card or SnapScan.
More info here: http ://parkﬁnd.co.za

DID YOU KNOW?
MyCiTi is family friendly and the perfect way to access many of Cape Town’s leisure destinations. Start your exploration from the Central City and head to the main station at the Civic Centre to access more MyCiTi routes across the city.

NEED HELP?
If you’re in the Central City and need assistance, approach one of the CCID’s public safety officers in bright green bibs and caps. also, save the CCID’s 24-hour number (082 415 7127) on your mobile phone to report any safety issues in the CBD via WhatsApp.