The Bo-Kaap features prominently on the social media feeds of visitors to Cape Town, with its neat lines of colourful homes climbing the flanks of Signal Hill. Locals prize the distinctive neighbourhood, too, as the birthplace of the city’s unique Cape Muslim history – a heritage that Longmarket Mews honours with its design. The historical setting is the bedrock of the estate’s multicultural community, which is united by enjoying a progressive urban lifestyle in this renowned part of the city centre.
PERFECTLY LOCATED
FOR A RICH URBAN LIFESTYLE
In addition to its vibrant culture, Bo-Kaap is also an ideal location for those who work in or near central Cape Town because of its easy access to amenities and services. Neighbours can walk to numerous nearby businesses, and city buses routinely run through Bo-Kaap’s streets. For those who commute out of Cape Town for work or school, the area is well-connected to public transit systems that make travel simple and affordable. The natural playground of Signal Hill is on hand for hikers, trail-runners and mountain-bikers, while the buzz of De Waterkant with its various entertainment and dining venues is just a stroll away. All in all, Bo-Kaap is an ideal base from which to enjoy the delights of the Mother City.
THE CITY
ON YOUR DOORSTEP
Step straight from your front door into the heart of the vibrant Bo-Kaap, with cafes and shops in the surrounding streets and Heritage Square’s restaurants at the bottom of the hill. Your local supermarket is just a few minutes’ walk away on Strand Street, and most of the city centre can be reached on foot or bicycle. That includes the corporate headquarters of the CBD and the Foreshore, while a stroll towards Table Mountain takes you to Kloof Street’s media studios and bars. If you’re driving, Longmarket Street has direct access to Buitengracht Street, which leads to the V&A Waterfront, the Atlantic suburbs and the N1 and N2 highways.
