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Back to work, back to reality?

As you get down to business in the new year, remember that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Here are five ways to…

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Ensuring a good morning in the Central City

Ever wondered how the Cape Town CBD manages to look so fresh at first light, even in party season? It’s not magic; it’s the…

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Help The Homestead

The Homestead, a CCID partner NGO that provides shelter to male street children, is recovering from a devastating fire, and…

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A festive season follow-up from CCID Safety & Security

The Central City stayed safe this festive season, thanks to the combined efforts of the Cape Town Central City Improvement…

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Cape Town CBD residents turn to hotels as a lifestyle option

Along with the usual sectional title residential living that has blossomed in apartment blocks in the Cape Town CBD over the…

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Stash it, don’t flash it

During summer, the CCID Safety & Security runs its annual campaign to promote public awareness in the Central City. Watch…

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SA’s favourite trolley dolly lands in Bree Street

Aviation goddess Cathy Specific and her alter-ego, Brendan van Rhyn, are pioneering Cape Town’s Bree Street theatre district.…

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No Janu-worries

The period after your December pay cheque can be excruciating. But don’t fret; there are plenty of brilliant budget-friendly…

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In the summertime

The weather is fine and the night comes alive: welcome to the festive season in the Central City. Spotlight on… 16, 18, 19, 26…

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Fine-Tuning the Vine

The #InnerCityWineRoute has become a monthly fixture on the Central City calendar. To gauge the opinion of its patrons and…

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All the Central City’s a stage

Take a look at some of the other world-class theatres in the Cape Town CBD. Alexander Bar, Café and Theatre Alexander Upstairs…

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A nighttime culture hub

A wave of attractions has transformed the CBD’s after-hours economy into one that caters for all. Here are some alternatives to…

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MyCiTi service extends operating hours during the festive season

Cape Town is approaching the busiest time of the year, with tourists and local fun seekers visiting the CBD, beaches, shopping…

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Cape Town Summer Market welcomes the whole family

The City of Cape Town has pulled out all the stops to ensure this year’s Cape Town Summer Market is bigger and better. There…

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Here’s to good health!

Want to work on a new you in the new year? Try these four things in the Central City to get active without a gym membership. 1…

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2016 First Thursdays survey results revealed

On the first Thursday of every month, thousands of people explore art galleries and shops until late in and around Church…

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Central City events: 14 December till 18 January

Holiday traditions 16 December: Minstrel Voorsmakie 30 December: New Year’s Eve parade 2 January: Tweede Nuwe Jaar parade…

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Keep your kids safe this festive season

The festive season is upon us. With the increased amounts of visitors and the general hustle and bustle of exploring the CBD,…

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Multiple choice, Central City style

In the Cape Town CBD we've found ways to make laundry fun, eliminate the choice between lunching and shopping, and combine our…

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Holiday gift guide

If you’re looking for the perfect present this festive season, we recommend joining those in the know in the Central City. The…

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2017 Best of Cape Town Central City guide now available

The 2017 edition of the Best of Cape Town Central City guide is here! Produced by New Media Publishing for the Cape Town…

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