Discover the street art and graffiti cultures in Cape Town Salt River has blessed Capetonians with many fascinating activities throughout the years. It has been a hub of bargain shopping with hordes of factory shops around every turn, and a vibrant culture running through every street. One of the unique aspects of this quirky suburb is the rich graffiti culture…
Wish U Were Here is the perfect place to stay when visiting Cape Town You’ve seen some of Salt River – the factory shops, the markets and Salt Circle Arcade to mention a few of the stunning lifestyle activities in the area. Naturally, if you are visiting Cape Town you would need to stay in a centrally located spot. Well, there…
Exploring the Neighbourgoods market in Cape Town The Old Biscuit Mill on Albert Road cuts between Woodstock and Salt River, and is easily one of the trendiest spots in Cape Town. This old face brick factory building with its boutique shops has been turned into a space where you can find some of the best restaurants such as the Potluck Club…
Find out what to do in this Cape Town Suburb Woodstock gives off a rustic urban feel that offers the perfect combination of old meets new and every inch of pavement is sprawling with beautiful buildings that holds historic tales. Walking the streets you encounter an urban environment defined by energy, creativity and community where you find family run shops…
Moegamat Talip the talented tailor We’ve explored Salt River’s lifestyle by looking at markets, the Salt Circle Arcade and at factory shops. We’ve even looked at some restaurants and places to stay but one thing that blew us away was the people of Salt River. The vibrant personalities, the friendly families and the people who know Salt River the best.…
Visit Caffe Macajo for a delicious Italian meal Dining in Cape Town can be quite a task when it comes to deciding between the sheer volume of choices at your fingertips. With all the vibrant Italian restaurants around, there is one that has caught our eye and luckily it is just outside the city centre. Salt River is now home…
Take a trip to the ultimate convenience centre in Salt Circle Arcade Salt Circle Arcade is the Salt River’s nearest shopping district. The shopping centre houses quaint stores and restaurants which both locals and visitors to the area can enjoy. Situated just next to the Salt River Circle, a few metre to its right and up the road from The…
Which factory shops to visit to get the best deal in this area Shopping is expensive. Clothes shopping is even more expensive, but Salt River has what we all desire – a range of factory shops to help us decorate our homes, offices and selves for a reasonable price. This truly is a penny-pincher’s paradise. Salt River is home to most…
Find out more about the Improvement Districts in Cape Town Along with the Salt River Business Improvement District there are a couple districts improving alongside this suburb in Cape Town. These are the Voortrekker Road Corridor Improvement District (VRRCID) and the Woodstock Improvement District (WID). Voortrekker Road Corridor Improvement District – VRRCID The Voortrekker Road Corridor Improvement District (VRCID)…
Salt River Improvement District in Cape Town Property owners in Salt River are invested in the future of the area and have established their own Special Rating Area now known as Salt River Business Improvement District. The SRBID supports the urban regeneration of the area and old industrial buildings are being converted into innovative and creative industry hubs. The Salt…