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Where Winter comes to play

100+ Reasons to Love the V&A Waterfront This Winter

Winter has a different rhythm at the V&A Waterfront. Long lunches become lazy afternoons, family outings become new adventures, and familiar favourites make way for unexpected discoveries. From dining and shopping to culture, events and ocean experiences, there is always one more reason to visit.

Reason #01: Your perfect winter day starts here

WINTER DINING

Cozy Winter Dining

Reason #18: Pull up a chair

Winter is made for lingering a little longer. Meet over warming drinks, settle in for a long lunch or share dinner overlooking the harbour. From fresh seafood and comforting favourites to indulgent desserts and seasonal offers, there is always another flavour to discover.

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SPYCED

Turn up the heat with bold global flavours, vibrant plates, and a feast designed to brighten even the chilliest winter day.

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TANG

Escape the winter chill with contemporary Asian flavours, elegant surrounds, and perfectly poured cocktails worth lingering over.

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The Waterside

Cosy up by the harbour and savour seasonal dishes paired with sweeping waterfront views and a relaxed atmosphere.

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BAIA

Warm hospitality, exceptional seafood, and marina views create the perfect setting for long, leisurely winter lunches and dinners.

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Time Out Market Cape Town

Winter cravings, sorted. From comforting classics to chef-driven favourites, there's something delicious around every corner.

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UPPER QUAY

Settle in for a winter feast of fresh seafood, premium cuts, and spectacular harbour views that never go out of season.

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THINGS TO DO

Winter Experiences

Reason #32: See the Waterfront differently

Take in the harbour from above, discover the world beneath the ocean, explore art and culture, or follow the shoreline into something unexpected. However you choose to spend the day, winter brings a different side of the V&A Waterfront to life.

Experiences & attractions
FAMILY ADVENTURES

Family Weekends Made Better

Reason #47: Make the weekend count

School holidays may be over, but family adventures are not. Let the kids choose the next stop, rediscover a favourite attraction, share a meal and make a full day of it. At the V&A Waterfront, family weekends come with more ways to explore, play and make memories together.

For families
WHAT'S HAPPENING

What's On This Winter

Reason #58: There is always something happening

No two winter weekends at the V&A Waterfront are the same. From live music, art and culture to food experiences, family activities and sporting moments, discover what is on and find your next reason to come back.

Events calendar

What’s on at the Waterfront

Ready to Explore?

Your Winter Adventure Starts Here

Reason #71: Make a day of it

Start with breakfast, follow your curiosity through hidden gems, stay for lunch and take the long way back along the harbour. With parking, maps and visitor services all in one place, planning your perfect winter day is easy.

PLAN YOUR VISIT
STORIES FROM OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

Winter Stories

Reason #84 – Another Reason to Come Back

One story leads to another. Discover new places, seasonal experiences, local favourites and inspiring neighbourhood stories that remind you why there's always another reason to visit the V&A Waterfront this winter.

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SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD

Good for You. Good for Our Oceans.

Reason #94 – Every Choice Shapes Tomorrow.

Every meal has the power to make a difference. Discover how the V&A Waterfront is bringing together restaurants, partners and fishing communities to support more responsible seafood choices—creating experiences that are good for you, good for our oceans and better for the future.

100+ Reasons to Love Winter

Reason #100: Come for one reason. Stay for many.

Join us for breakfast, shop with friends, discover something new or spend the whole day exploring. However your winter day begins, there is always another reason to stay a little longer — and another reason to come back.

Where Winter Comes to Play.