The Western Cape is world-renown for its natural beauty and historical attractions. The Mediterranean climate, historic cities and diverse and easily accessible wilderness areas make this region one of the most attractive in South Africa. There is a wealth of opportunity for tourists, culture fundis, eco-travellers and adventurers.
For many visitors Cape Town is the gateway to Africa, whether they arrive by sea or air. The scenically beautiful, historic and cosmopolitan port City of Cape Town lies at the northern end of the Cape Peninsula alongside Table Bay and nestled below dramatic and world-renown Table Mountain, Devil's Peak, Lion's Head and Signal Hill.
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EXCLUSIVE BOOKS
All Areas
Largest bookstore chain in SA. A number of stores are particularly gay friendly, with a small gay section. We recommend: Cavendish Square (021) 674 3030, V & A Waterfront (021) 419 0905, Tyger Valley (021) 914 9910/2.
ANDIAMO
Cape Town
Trendy alfresco deli restaurant in the Cape Quarter Centre serving Italian dishes.
Cape Quarter, 72 Waterkant Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town (021) 421-3687
BALDUCCIS
Cape Town
Sophisticated, cosmopolitan and trendy restaurant in the heart of the Waterfront. Lower Level, Victoria Wharf, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. (021) 421-6002/3
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BELUGA
Green Point
Contemporary fine dining, close to the gay village. Grills, Seafood. The Foundry, Prestwich Street, Green Point, Cape Town (021) 418-2948/9
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CAFÈ MANHATTAN
Cape Town
Popular eating, drinking and meeting venue. Now with two branches:
74 Waterkant St, De Waterkant, Cape Town (021 421 6666) and 247 Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town (021 439 9666). -
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LOLA'S
Cape Town
Cnr Long & Buiten St (021) 423-0885. Fifties retro-kitsch cafe.
TANK
Cape Town
Surrounded by a 20 000 litre salt-water fish tank this is a dinner venue for trendy Capetonians. Cape Quarter, 72 Waterkant Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town (021) 419-0007.
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AQUA NIGHTCLUB
Port Elizabeth
Aqua nightclub is Port Elizabeth's premier gay nightclub with resident dj's of note. Corner York Rd and Prince Alfred St. -
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BAR CODE
Cape Town
Cape Town's only men's leather, rubber and denim cruise bar. 18 Cobern street
(off Somerset road) Green Point. (021) 421 5305. E-mail:
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BEAULAH BAR
Bar with a lounge and a dance floor catering to the entire gay community. Open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and weekends. Cnr Somerset Rd & Cobern Str, Green Point, Cape Town. -
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MCQP
Cape Town.
MCQP brings 5,000 hetero, homo and every other flavour-sexuals together in a joyous, celebratory, unifying way. The party of the year in Cape Town. Takes place every December. -
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PINK LOERIE MARDI GRAS
Knysna
A week-long gay festival that happens once a year around April/May. Includes parties, exhibitions and a street parade. Set in the gorgeous town of Knysna. -
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STARGAYZER
Caxton Street, Parow.
In Parow, Cape Town. Offers various DJs, a lounge area and a dance floor, with two bars. Music to suit all tastes. 12 Caxton Street, Parow. -
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BRENDA'S BASH
Cape Town
Lesbian parties once a month.
Theo Marais Park, Koeberg Rd 083 250-1195