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The Alfred Basin is the working harbour but alongside it is the Waterfront Craft Market, one of South Africa's biggest indoor markets. There is also a Maritime Museum and the Two Oceans Aquarium. The Victoria Basin has a huge amphitheatre and regularly stages free concerts, so there is a background of music as you wander around some of the hundreds of shops and eating outlets. The Red Shed is filled with African crafts, while in the Kings Warehouse the catch of the day is stacked side by side with vegetables, herbs, spices and hand-rolled pasta. The whole atmosphere is colourful and exuberant.

Of course it is from this harbour that you sail to Robben Island, which is an unforgettable experience. The whole island is now a museum and you are actually taken around by men and women who were once political prisoners on the island. A stark reminder that what lies on the mainland is very, very new.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/7430 Kalk Bay http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1977
It is on the route for a drive to Simon's Town/Cape Point and near to Muizenberg beach for those who want to swim or stroll on the sand. The best place for a meeting of old friends.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1977 Kalk Bay http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1910 Olympia Cafe. It's a quirky and casual restaurant in Kalk Bay where fresh fish from the harbour is served daily.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1910 Greenmarket http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1898 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1898 A case of South African wine http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/245 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/245 Mememe http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1947
A white polka-dot security gate and bright green faux grass doormat welcome you inside, while a pink metal poodle guards the cash register. If you’re looking for something original to wear, chances are you’ll find it here.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/1947