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There are a wide variety of attractions and activities to enjoy on the property. From heritage landmarks to more leisurely pursuits. Fun for all ages.
Take your experience to new heights with the Wheel’s elevated views across Granger Bay, Robben Island, Table Mountain, Signal Hill, and the Cape Town Stadium.
A number of apartments are available for rent at the V&A Waterfront, ranging from smaller studios to 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Living at the V&A Waterfront offers residents security, convenience, a vibrant nightlife and all the amenities you may possibly need.
Apartment living at its most convenient.
The V&A Waterfront is an iconic 123-hectare neighbourhood which welcomes millions of people from all over the continent and world. We celebrate heritage & diversity, champion art & design, support entrepreneurship & innovation & drive positive social, economic & environmental change.
We’re the first attraction in South Africa to adopt the WTTC Safe Travels stamp.
Welcome to the V&A Waterfront where history meets modernity. Located in the heart of beautiful Cape Town, our neighbourhood offers a unique variety of dinning, shopping and entrainment options. Come experience the best that Cape Town has to offer
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Makers Landing: 10AM – 9PM (Fri-Sat), 10AM – 6PM (Sun), Optional Trade (Mon-Thu)
OZCF Market: 4PM – 9pm (Wed), 8AM – 2PM (Sat), 8:30AM – 2PM (Sun)
Watershed: 10AM – 7PM (Mon-Sun)
Battery Park: 9AM – 6PM (Mon-Sun),
Victoria Wharf: 9AM – 9PM (Mon-Sun)
Alfred Mall: 10AM – 7PM (Mon-Sun)
Playful, well-designed, and long-lasting, Swatch watches are an excellent choice for anyone looking for a stylish but affordable casual watch. But how did these snazzy designs become a cult phenomenon? Well, it all started in 1969 with the Japanese invention of the quartz movement and the ability to bring low-cost but incredibly accurate watches to the masses for the first time. Swiss businessman and watchmaker, Nicholas Hayek, embraced this new technology and founded Swatch in 1983. Right from the get-go, Hayek committed to creating a fashion-forward range of analogue, quartz-operated, Swiss-made watches that oozed fun and personality.
When Swatch watches went to market, their playful designs and the brand’s provocative nature took the watch market by storm. Their biggest supporters?
Young, fashion-loving men and women who wanted accessories that showed their individuality and style. This led to the trend of ‘watch wardrobing’, which saw multiple Swatch watches being purchased to suit different outfits, events, and seasons. Exciting collaborations further fuelled Swatch-mania, with famous collections being designed by the likes of Kiki Picasso in 1984 and Keith Haring in 1986.
To this day, Swatch maintains its innovative, ‘anything goes’ design style, and their watch faces have been brought to life with everything from sketches and cartoons to photos and paintings. However, it’s not just good looks that makes Swatch an ever-popular watch choice. Swatch has an excellent reputation for producing high-quality and long-lasting watches that are as comfortable as they are stylish.
The brand is also committed to analogue timekeeping, giving their funky designs an even more retro feel. Within the Swatch range there is something for everyone, so as well as the many statement styles on offer, there is also a choice of more stripped-back, sophisticated designs.
academy lead
Emily is a Youth Empowerment Expert with over 20 years’ experience in the space. Emily co-founded Amathuba Collective, offering extensive programmes to strengthen young people’s emotional and mental wellbeing.
Their passion to help youth to love themselves and grow into positive and confident humans has informed the V&A Academy approach. At the Academy she guides and oversees activities from an impact perspective to ensure we achieve measurable, lasting change in the young people and their hosting businesses.
Thabile in a seasoned HR Practitioner with a special focus on youth employment. She leads young teams and develops talent in administrative and compliance roles.
At the Academy she liaises with hosts, managers and supervisors to support the development of the young people and their ability to add significant value to their employers. She guides the administrative processes to ensure smooth and impactful implementation the Academy’s projects.
Brett leads the V&A Academy team and is responsible for strategic partnerships to create job opportunities for young people across the V&A Waterfront.
He focuses on enabling career paths for under-resourced youth in Cape Town’s tourism, retail, and hospitality sectors. Brett is passionate about supporting young people’s transition into the workplace and ensuring host businesses nurture their growth. He works to help businesses improve customer service excellence by developing young talent. Brett oversees the design and delivery of training programs, collaborating with employers, funders, and partners to create lasting, positive change across the V&A Waterfront ecosystem.
