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About Mini Explorers

Welcome to the V&A Mini Explorers Club,   where every day is an adventure   waiting to happen! Join us as we set off on a journey filled with excitement and fun.   From finding hidden treasures to unleashing your imagination, there’s so much to explore and enjoy! Whether you’re into food adventures, gemstone discoveries,   marine fun   , or painting parties,   there’s something here for every explorer! So, grab your passport   and let’s start making memories together!

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Are you ready to become an official Mini Explorer? Grab your trusty Passport and let the fun begin! Your Passport is like a key that unlocks a world full of excitement and discovery. Each activity zone in our neighbourhood has its own special adventures waiting just for you. From searching for hidden treasures to going on creative quests, there’s so much to see and do! Make sure to collect stamps and stickers in your Passport as you explore each zone. Get ready to create unforgettable memories as you journey through the V&A as a true Mini Explorer!

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Get ready, Mini Explorers, your passport is your key to exclusive treats,
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Fri Apr 18 - Sun May 4
V&A Mini Explorer App Competition
We’ve made your adventure even more exciting with a brand-new app made just for you, and guess what? There are loads of amazing prizes waiting to be won!
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Wed Apr 16 - Tue Apr 22
Easter Egg Hunts in the Neighbourhood
Join the Neighbourhood Easter Egg Hunts!
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Fri Apr 18 - Mon Apr 21
Astron Kids Club Activation
If you’re a V&A Mini Explorers passport holder, skip the line and hop straight into the play zones!
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Fri Apr 18 - Mon Apr 21
Discount Face Paint for Mini Kids Explorers
Passport holders get 50% off face painting (R25 instead of R50) and a special V&A sticker stamp in their Mini Explorers passport. While stocks last!
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Sat Apr 19 - Sun Apr 20
Meet the V&A Easter Bunny
Easter is a special time for family, friends, and making joyful memories — and we’re thrilled to welcome you back for the ultimate V&A Easter experience!
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Sat Apr 19 - Mon Apr 21
MultiBall in collaboration with V&A Mini Explorers
Multiball is coming to the V&A Waterfront this Easter weekend — and it’s bringing the adrenaline, the fun, and all the action!
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V&A Family Egg scape Powered by Adventure Works
Lace up for a 20–30-minute family run, explore new Waterfront routes each week, and compete for over R5,000 in vouchers.

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Art Jamming

Shop 5, Upper Level, Breakwater

Perk: 25% off messy, magical fun at Paintertainment or Slimetime at Artjamming

Unleash your individual creativity by playing, painting, spongeing or spraying with Artjamming: it’s the most fun you can have with a paintbrush. Express yourself using our paints, a variety of drawing materials, 45 different colours, paint brushes, easels, and 12 different sizes of canvas. You don’t need any painting or drawing skills, but there are qualified artists on hand if you need any help. Now you can create your own art piece without having to spend a fortune on various art materials needed for projects, exams, or portfolio examples. It’s about putting on an apron to face a blank canvas in an environment which oozes creativity. It’s also a great idea for a birthday party or a function. And for the young kids, there is Messy Play – let your kids explore and learn to be creative. 

 9am-6pm 

+27 21 4255050 

waterfront@artjamming.co.za 

Website 

Cape Wheel

Breakwater Boulevard

Now located at the V&A’s Breakwater Boulevard overlooking the waters of Granger Bay, the wheel transforms Breakwater Boulevard into a new visitor attraction, with special elevated views across Granger Bay on one side, Robben Island in the distance, views of Table Mountain on the other end, as well as sights of Signal Hill and the Cape Town stadium.  Riders will have below them the sight of giant container ships coming and going, large cruise and charter boats heading in and out of the harbour, kayakers accompanied by schools of dolphins as well as the possibility of spotting the occasional whales that visit the bay from time to time.  The Cape Wheel offers 30 fully enclosed air-conditioned cabins that will take you 40 meters above the ground in safety and comfort on the 12 – 15 minute, four-revolution ride. 

Mon – Sun: 10h – 22h | Weather dependent 

+27 87 470 0696 

info@capewheel.co.za 

Website 

Scratch Patch

Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

Perk: 10% off treasure hunting fun at Scratch Patch.

A place where you can have loads of fun “scratching” for your favourite tumble-polished gemstones from thousands of polished stones that quite literally cover the floor. It’s an inexpensive visit and popular with all ages – and being surrounded by so many colourful stones is a memorable and uplifting experience.  

 9:00 – 16:30 MONDAY – SUNDAY, INCLUDING PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 

+27 21 786 2020 EXTENSION 117 

athena@topstones.co.za 

Website 

Cave Golf

Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

Perk: 10% off a round of glow-in-the-dark adventure at Cave Golf

Cave Golf is an 18-hole mini-golf. The layout is fun to play, and despite being relatively short and compact, it’s well-designed and challenging enough to be enjoyed even by regular golfers. It’s also indoors, so can be played and enjoyed in any weather! 

Open Mon to Fri: 09 am to 5pm; and Sat/Sun/Holidays: 09 am to 5:30pm.  

Please note that the last round is forty-five minutes before closing time so that you can finish your round. 

+27 21 419-9429 

tumbled@topstones.co.za 

Website 

Two Oceans Aquarium

Two Oceans Aquarium, Ground Floor, Dock Road

The Two Oceans Aquarium (open 365 days a year) provides a fascinating and close-up glimpse below the surface of the oceans that surround the South African coastline. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town where the oceans come alive in magnificent colours and a variety of shapes and sizes. Visitors, both young and old, are introduced to the incredible range of fish and other amazing creatures that call these waters their home. Check when the animal feeding times are, visit the predator exhibit, the astonishing kelp forest and the penguin exhibit. From sharks, to jellyfish, eels, the Knysna seahorse, crabs and a dazzling array of Indian Ocean fish – these enormous tanks contain them all.  

Watch the incredible display from long underwater tunnels and through enormous viewing windows, and then watch the sea life under a microscope, or visit the Touch Pool to get up close and personal with creatures and plants from the deep.  

9:30am – 6pm 

+27 21 418 3823 

+27 21 418 3952 

aquarium@aquarium.co.za 

Website 

Jolly Roger Pirate Ship

Quay 5, Ground Floor, V&A Waterfront (Booking Office)

If it’s a swashbuckling good time ye be seeking then hop on board Cape Town’s most exciting attraction, the Jolly Roger. The only authentic pirate ship in South Africa sails daily from Quay 5 in the V&A Waterfront. 

Treat your children and their friends by hosting their next birthday party on board the fearsome Jolly Roger Pirate boat moored in the V&A Waterfront. There are several packages that include a trip out to sea on an authentic pirate boat (weather-dependent), lunch with a party box, décor and a treasure trove of activities to keep young and old entertained. The Jolly Roger is the only authentic Pirate Ship in South Africa and sails daily from Quay 5 in the V&A Waterfront.  

9am-7pm 

+27 21 421 0909 

info@yacoobyachts.co.za 

Website 

Spot the Rhino

Around the neighbourhood

Discover the magical world of Rhinos around the V&A Waterfront! They like to move around, so tell us where you spotted them! 

Marine Wildlife Walk

Spot us around the V&A Waterfront! 

Meet your wild neighbours!  From otters and sunfish to seals, birds and jellyfish.  The Marine Wildlife Walk with eight lookout points across the neighbourhood.  You may get to see some of these animals as they go about their lives, feedback, breeding, resting, or playing.

Maker’s Landing

The Cape Town Cruise Terminal, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001 

Perk: 25% off Mini Makers classes at Makers Landing

This V&A Waterfront initiative is the first of its kind in South Africa food-business incubator, food market and shared kitchen space. The Makers Landing Mini Makers food education programme is aimed at kids 5 – 11 years old and teens 12- 17 years old. Empowering tomorrow’s food innovators, enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs in a fun and safe environment. 

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SUP Cape Town

Battery Park

Perk: 50% off for adults joining the SUP splash squad

We provide introductory lessons in Stand Up Paddle (SUP) boarding. We rent out boards for use on the canals, as well as long term rentals for those holiday trips. We are located at the V&A Battery Park, in the Canal District of the V&A Waterfront. 

9am – 6pm 

+27 71 603 8388 

+27 84 842 8656 

supcapetown@gmail.com 

Website 

Battery Park

19 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town

Battery Park is a super cool spot for both kids and grown-ups! It’s filled with fun things to do and has an awesome history. Now it’s been transformed into a fun and exciting space where the old and new come together. 

Get ready for an adventure! You can paddle on the water or kayak, and even enjoy a picnic with your family by the canal. The canal also connects Battery Park to other parts of the city, with water taxis that take you on a cool ride around the V&A Waterfront. 

If you love skateboarding or scootering, you’re in for a treat! Battery Park has the best skate park around. It’s got awesome ramps, rails, and even a big bowl for tricks, designed by expert skaters from California and a local pro. Plus, you can play basketball or mini soccer during the week or on weekends, with adjustable hoops perfect for younger players! 

The Waterfront Duck

East Quay Road, Silo District

Perk: One free child explorer for every paying adult on the Waterfront Duck boat.

Get ready to quack your way through Cape Town’s highlights – all aboard The Waterfront Duck! 

The Waterfront Duck is the country’s first all-in-one land and water amphibious tour and promises an experience like no other, seamlessly blending bus and boat exploration in a single vehicle. Named ‘Bella’ this is a bus and a boat in one! 

It promises to be an awesome adventure for the whole family in the safe, comfortable and modern UK-built amphibious “Ducks”, skippered by experienced QUACKtains (drivers/skippers).   

There will be multiple tours per day depending on the weather and time of the year, each lasting about an hour. The land part will take you through part of the city to discover Cape Town from a unique perspective, delving into the rich history and bustling streets before seamlessly transitioning into the serene waters of the marina and harbour – its history and modern operations – gaining insights into the marine life and ecology of the area. For your safety and comfort the Duck stays within the confines of the harbour throughout the water portion of the tour. 

Sunrise to sunset. (Please check website or Ticket Kiosk for daily departure times) 

+27 83 275 5761 

keith@theduckco.co.za 

Website 

Mirage Ocean Safari

Pierhead (in front of the Life Grand Restaurant) 

Embark on thrilling Marine Safair aboard the Mirage!  Spot fascinating marine creatures and expect the unexpected wonders of the sea! 

 9am-9pm 

+27 (0) 71 428 1126 or

+27 (0) 21 556 7179 or

+27 (0) 71 206 7319 

info@miragecatamaran.com 

Up Cycles

Silo 5, V&A Waterfront

What better way to explore this wonderful city than on a bicycle? Up Cycles is the city’s only drop-and-go bicycle rental company, which means you don’t have to return all the way to the office after your ride. The city is flat and is therefore easy to navigate on a bicycle.  

There are special bikes for the kids, and bike seats for toddlers. All along the Atlantic Seaboard there are drop-and-go points and there is also one in the CBD at the Breakaway Café. Explore the Waterfront, the Sea Point Promenade, the Green Point Park and Stadium Precinct, or the city itself from the vantage point of a bicycle – a unique experience indeed. 

9am-6pm 

+27 74 100 9161  

hello@upcycles.co.za 

Website 

Candylicious

Shop 111, ground level, Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre

Gummies, chocolates, jellybeans galore. Candylicious is a treat trail of sweet surprises. No explorer leaves empty-handed!

9am-9pm 

Wedgewood Emporium

Shop 1 and 5, union castle building

Perk: Free ice cream at Wedgewood after the bee count activity

Sweet tooth? This place is a treasure trove! Crunchy biscuits, creamy nougat, and all kinds of deliciousness to explore. Treat yourself (and maybe your grown-up too).

9am-9pm 

(021) 490-5340 

wc2@wedgewoodnougat.co.za

PRIMI

Shop 7205, upper level, Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre

Perk: The first 100 kids to register get 50% off a travel journal

Perk Spend R250, Get R50 Off” voucher

Pasta that twirls. Pizza that melts in your mouth. PRIMI is perfect for fearless foodies who know a good bite when they taste one. Dig in and make it messy!

9am-9pm 

+27 21 419 8750

va@primi-restaurants.com

Website 

Yokico

Shop 112, ground level, Vic Wharf shopping mall

Pencils, notebooks, and gadgets bursting with colour. Yokico turns school stuff into cool stuff. Pick your faves and let your imagination run wild!

Perk:The first 100 kids to register get 50% off a travel journal

Perk:Spend R250, Get R50 Off” voucher

Sweet tooth? This place is a treasure trove! Crunchy biscuits, creamy nougat, and all kinds of deliciousness to explore. Treat yourself (and maybe your grown-up too).

9am-9pm 

+27 21 300 0059 

waterfront@yokico.co.za

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Shop 112, ground level, Vic Wharf shopping mall

Pencils, notebooks, and gadgets bursting with colour. Yokico turns school stuff into cool stuff. Pick your faves and let your imagination run wild!

Perk:The first 100 kids to register get 50% off a travel journal

Perk:Spend R250, Get R50 Off” voucher

Sweet tooth? This place is a treasure trove! Crunchy biscuits, creamy nougat, and all kinds of deliciousness to explore. Treat yourself (and maybe your grown-up too).

9am-9pm 

+27 21 300 0059 

waterfront@yokico.co.za

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