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The Nurul Islam Mosque, established in 1844, is a key landmark in Bo-Kaap, which is known for its historical significance in Cape Malay culture. The area features colorful houses and is located on the slopes of Signal Hill.

The Nurul Islam Mosque, established in 1844, is a key landmark in Bo-Kaap, which is known for its historical significance in Cape Malay culture. The area features colorful houses and is located on the slopes of Signal Hill.

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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Bo-Kaap

  • Bo-Kaap in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Bo-Kaap

    Historic Landmark★

    The hillside neighborhood is known for colorful houses, Cape Malay history, mosques, and steep streets above the city center. Visit respectfully because it is a living neighborhood.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    Closed
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  • Greenmarket Square in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Greenmarket Square

    ★ 4.1 · 6.4k
    Market★

    place in Western Cape, South Africa

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
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  • WAZA Japan Store in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    WAZA Japan Store

    ★ 5.0 · 276
    Home Goods
    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 3 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Bo-Kaap Museum in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Bo-Kaap Museum

    ★ 4.3 · 6.6k
    History Museum

    Exhibits highlighting the lifestyle & cultural contributions of 19th-century Muslims.

    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗

Where to eat & drink in Bo-Kaap

  • fable in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    fable

    Top 500 bar
    Cocktail Bar· R 200–600

    A cocktail bar in Cape Town known for unique cocktail creations, talented bartenders, and an energetic atmosphere.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Thu
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Website ↗Book ↗Map ↗
  • The Athletic Club & Social in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    The Athletic Club & Social

    ★ 4.5 · 1.8k
    Live Music· R 200–600
    Mon–Tue
    4 PM – 11 PM
    Wed
    4 PM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    12 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Book ↗Map ↗
  • The Gin Bar in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    The Gin Bar

    ★ 4.6 · 1.5k
    Cocktail Bar· R 100–400

    A bar established in 2014, known for its extensive selection of gins, and also serving beer, wine, and bubbly.

    Mon–Wed
    5 PM – 1 AM
    Thu–Fri
    3 PM – 1 AM
    Sat
    3 PM – 1 AM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Tiger's Milk Long Street in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Tiger's Milk Long Street

    ★ 4.6 · 5.1k
    Bar & Grill· R 100–600

    A restaurant in Cape Town known for its pepperoni pizza, sirloin steak, seafood pizza, wagyu burger, and tacos, offering a lively atmosphere.

    Every day
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Website ↗Book ↗Map ↗
  • Rosetta Roastery Café (Bree Street) in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Rosetta Roastery Café (Bree Street)

    ★ 4.7 · 916
    Coffee Shop· R 100–200

    Rustic-chic coffee shop offering gourmet espresso drinks, pour overs, bulk beans & pastries.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Ground Art Caffe in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Ground Art Caffe

    ★ 4.8 · 527
    Coffee Shop· R 100–200

    A coffee bar and micro gallery, it offers a neutral, light, and fresh space for appreciating coffee and creativity.

    Mon–Tue
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Wed
    8 AM – 1 PM
    Thu
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Fri
    8 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    7:30 AM – 2 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 1 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Honest Chocolate Cafe - Cape Town City Centre in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Honest Chocolate Cafe - Cape Town City Centre

    ★ 4.5 · 2.0k
    Café & Bakery· R 100–200

    An artisanal chocolate company in Cape Town, South Africa, known for hand-crafted chocolates made using old school methods.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 6 PM
    Fri
    9 AM – 9 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 9 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Talking To Strangers in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Talking To Strangers

    ★ 4.8 · 205
    Cocktail Bar· R 200–500

    A cocktail bar in Cape Town serving crafted cocktails, cuisine, and music at 61 Loop Street.

    Mon–Fri
    6 PM – 2 AM
    Sat
    6 PM – 2 AM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • The House of Machines in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    The House of Machines

    ★ 4.5 · 1.9k
    Coffee Shop· R 100–300

    Brick-lined hot spot for choice espresso, small-batch spirits & clever light bites, plus live music.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    9 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Mulino in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Mulino

    ★ 4.8 · 432
    Coffee Shop· R 100–200
    Mon–Wed
    7 AM – 5 PM
    Thu–Fri
    7 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    7 AM – 10 PM
    Sun
    7 AM – 3 PM
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • Nish Nush SA in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    Nish Nush SA

    ★ 4.8 · 895
    Middle Eastern· R 100-200

    Nish Nush Cape Town | Middle Eastern street food favourites done right. Home of Cape Town's best falafel! Indoor & outdoor seating in the heart of Bree St. Lunch, Dinner, Takeaway + Delivery.

    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 10 PM
    Sat
    12 PM – 10 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗
  • The Ladder in Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

    The Ladder

    ★ 4.6 · 664
    Coffee Shop· R 100–200

    The Ladder is a Daytime Cafe ` located in central Cape Town, it offers easy all day breakfasts and light meals together with artisan coffee and other healthy refreshments.

    Mon–Fri
    7 AM – 4 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 2 PM
    Sun
    Closed
    Website ↗Map ↗

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Map of Bo-Kaap with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Bo-Kaap
  2. 2Greenmarket Square
  3. 3fable
  4. 4The Athletic Club & Social
  5. 5WAZA Japan Store
  6. 6Bo-Kaap Museum
  7. 7The Gin Bar
  8. 8Tiger's Milk Long Street
  9. 9Rosetta Roastery Café (Bree Street)
  10. 10Ground Art Caffe

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