Cape Town – Global magazine Time Out recently released a list of what they think is the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world, with Sea Point ranked at 38 and two other African neighbourhoods also included in the list.
Those involved in the article polled 20 000 city-dwellers and asked local experts to rank the greatest places for fun, food, culture, and community.
Every year, the magazine combines input from its global network of local editors and writers with thousands of city-dwellers around the world to establish the coolest spots in their city right now.
“The neighbourhoods we’ve featured below are, simply put, incredible places to be right now. They’re areas with accessible, cutting-edge culture and nightlife; brilliant and affordable food and drink; lively street life and big community vibes,” Time Out said.
“They’re distinctive districts that you can walk across in half an hour or less, but could spend a whole day or more exploring. They’re great areas for people to live, visit and stay. They’re places that mix up the best of the old and new schools,” it added.
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The magazine describes Sea Point as “Cape Town’s cool beachfront face”, with various choices of hotels and diverse food options, and “spine-tingling” sunset views to cap off a busy day of fun and exploring, which many Capetonians would agree with.
Describing the “perfect day” in Sea Point, the magazine suggests kicking it off with a morning swim at the Sea Point Pavilion, followed by a trip to Mojo Market where at least 30 vendors offer a variety of food and beverage choices.
“Work your way around Regent Street’s vast array of shopping options before packing up a picnic ready for a light lunch on the beach – then why not kayak out into the Atlantic to spot some dolphins?
“Back on dry land, you should walk along the promenade at dusk before sitting down at La Perla: a restaurant known for its seafood dishes and elevated tables ideal for gawping at the sunset,” Time Out adds.
The other African neighbourhoods on the magazine’s list are Kilimani in Nairobi, Kenya and FESTAC Town in Lagos, Nigeria.
Kilimani is described as the place to “find the heart and soul of Nairobian life” with its vibrant arts and entertainment, an indigenous forest, and a sprightly social scene that includes art galleries, nightclubs, coffee shops and bars, and some of Nairobi’s best restaurants.
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Compiled by Junaid Benjamin
