Artists, craft beer brewers, chefs and musicians come together to create the vibrant and welcoming atmosphere at this weekend market.
Discover a fascinating array of sights, smells, sounds and tastes at Bay Harbour Market. Sip on artisanal beers, try South African wines and taste food from all corners of the globe. Shop for African crafts and one-of-a-kind artworks or watch performances by singers and musicians.
Opened in 2011, Bay Harbour Market is housed in the building of a former fish factory and features almost 100 vendors. Arrive with an appetite and indulge in the delectable flavours of the market's food stalls. Feast on plates of fresh seafood, steak sandwiches and authentic Chinese, German and Tunisian dishes. Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecakes and cupcakes or go for a healthy option of organic juices. Sample a wide range of craft cider and beer as well as wines produced at the centuries-old Boschendal estate.
Browse the artwork on display in the independent galleries, some of which is inspired by the landscapes and wildlife of Africa. Look around stalls that specialize in handcrafted jewellery, carvings, sandals and the home décor items made using recycled materials. Treat yourself to a massage and purchase incense, oils and other aromatherapy products.
Take a break from shopping to enjoy the live music shows. Be entertained by acoustic folk singer-songwriters, blues artists, jazz trios and soul bands. Sit at the communal tables and chat with fellow market-goers or stand outside and marvel at the views of Chapman's Peak.
Situated near Hout Bay Harbour, the market is about a 30-minute drive from the centre of Cape Town. It's just a short walk from the bustling Mariner's Wharf and Hout Bay Beach. Public buses travel between Cape Town and Hout Bay, as does a hop-on hop-off tourist bus.
Bay Harbour Market is open on Friday evening and during daytime hours on Saturday and Sunday. Visit the market's official website to find a detailed list of traders and an up-to-date schedule of events.
