Strike a pose at the 7 most Instagrammable spots in Cape Town

Posted on 25 April 2025

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The Labia Theatre

The Labia Theatre is a true gem for cinephiles and social media moguls alike. From exquisite architectural design to unforgettable mountain views, this independent art film house will have cameras clicking away to capture the beauty of the Labia Theatre inside and out.

  • Location: 68 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town
  • Times: Screening dependent
  • Contact: 021 424 5927
  • Website: thelabia.co.za

Picture: The Labia Theatre

Mochi Mochi

This Japanese café prides itself on the flavour of its confections, exceptional food presentation and a pastel daydream of Instagrammable interior. Mochi Mochi by Torii combines beautiful treats and aesthetic graphic design to offer customers a chance to colour their instagram stories in tasty goodness and sweet confection mascots.

Picture: Mochi Mochi

  • Location: Heritage Square, 71 Buitengracht St, Cape Town City Centre
  • Times: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm
  • Contact: 066 019 4656 | [email protected]
  • Website: mochimochi.co.za

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Signal Hill

This Cape Town landmark offers views from the ground up; quite literally. A winding drive up to the peak of Signal Hill is coloured by the Cape Town skyline and tour buses. Upon reaching the summit, you are afforded breathtaking views of the endless Atlantic no matter the weather. Pack a picnic and put on your best outfit; it’s time to bless your Instagram followers!

  • Location: Signal Hill, Cape Town

Picture: Signal Hill

Two Oceans Aquarium

The Two Oceans Aquarium allows for the most cinematic Instagram shots to give your feed that extra bit of mystique. Blue hues, refracting light, and underwater backdrops will have your followers in awe and begging for more.

  • Location: Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
  • Times: Monday to Sunday, 9:30am to 6pm
  • Contact: 021 418 3823
  • Website: aquarium.co.za

Picture: Two Oceans Aquarium

Rita’s Cocktail Bar

With beautifully chic, boho interiors, a shimmering disco ball and unbeatable views of Table Mountain. Ritas on Kloof Street is the ideal cocktail spot for dates, dancing and dazzling shots for the ‘gram.

  • Location: 22 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town
  • Times: Monday, 12:30pm to 2pm | Tuesday, 4pm to 2am | Wednesday to Thursday, 12:30pm to 2pm; 4:30pm  to 12am | Friday to Sunday, 12:30 to 2pm, 3pm to 12am
  • Contact: 021 300 6695
  • Website: ritascocktailclub.com

Picture: Rita’s Cocktail Bar

Rick’s Café Americain

This Casablanca-themed restaurant with a rooftop and balcony seating, offers views of Table Mountain that no one can resist. Rick’s Café Américain has it all, from good food to good atmosphere; no matter your Instagram niche, Rick’s has everything you need to make the perfect post.

  • Location: 103 Kloof Street Crn, Weltevreden St, Gardens, Cape Town
  • Times: Monday to Sunday, 11am to 2am
  • Contact: 021 424 1100
  • Website: rickscafe.co.za

Picture: Rick’s Café Américain

Nice To Matcha

Nice To Matcha not only offers delightful tea lattes but an Instagram-able experience from the get go. With baby pink and green utensils, simplistic graphic design that’s easy on the eye and the general beauty of the matcha itself, a visit to this café will have anyone’s Instagram feed growing in aesthetic points. A recent collaboration with Adidas has matcha lovers and sneakerheads alike flocking to the joint to take selfies with their drinks and favourite shoes. Undoubtedly growing their social media following in the process.

  • Location: 206 Main Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
  • Times: Monday to Sunday, 7:30am to 4pm
  • Contact: @nicetomatcha.za

Picture: Nice To Matcha

Article originally published by Cape Town ETC

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