The 7 Best Bars In Cape Town

Big 7 Travel Team | 6 years ago | 2 minutes Read

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Cape Town is a city that comes to life in the evenings, with nightlife that offers a little something for everybody.

From cocktails on the waterfront to underground clubs that go on late into the night, you’ll always find a cosy bar to grab your favourite tipple in Cape Town.

You might not get them all done in one night but here are Cape Town’s 7 Best bars…

1. The Grand Africa

The best place to come to see the sunset and get a proper sundowner. With gorgeous views of the bay, your only dilemma will be choosing between one of their cocktails or an ice cold beer. You’ll find them here.

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2. Beerhouse

Beerhouse does just what its name says, having a huge selection of beers and a no fuss attitude where you’ll feel at home straight away. A spot where you’ll happily chat away with friends for a few hours without even noticing the time go by.

You’ll find them here.

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3. Yours Truly

A wonderfully eclectic bar that, depending on the day of the week, can either be the perfect place for a quiet chat in wonderful beer garden or a full on dance venue with DJs and a packed crowd. You’ll find them here.

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4. Planet Bar at The Mount Nelson

An absolute institution when it comes to Cape Town. This is the spot to come to if you are dressed up and celebrating something big, or want to feel sophisticated.

The cocktails aren’t cheap and take a little while to make, but as soon as they do arrive you’ll feel like a million dollars upon having that first sip. You’ll find them here.

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5. Chinchilla

Chinchilla is an exclusive rooftop venue located in Camps Bay. They serve wonderful food, have a great wine list and cocktails to die for. It’s all about getting a prime seat here and enjoying the view. You’ll find them here.

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6. Goldbar

One for those who are planning a big night out and looking for a lively spot to kick things off. Doors don’t open until 10pm, after which you can have a couple drinks and head off or else pop upstairs with the masses to the dance floor. You’ll find them here.

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7. The Gin Bar

One for the gin purists. They only serve five cocktails and Gin & Tonics, with the focus on quality rather than quantity. The perfect spot for a few midweeks drinks. You’ll find them here.