This is based on my personal preference and places that my family enjoyed visiting. My son is 6 years old and we are always looking for ideas to occupy him that don't cost a fortune.
This is one of our favourites, not only is it educational, but it's also so much fun to see the different fish or as my son likes to say, “Nemo's friends” .
Two Oceans Aquarium | Explore, Experience and Engage
If you love the beach, you'll absolutely love it here. A ticket gets you access to both the beach and the observation area to view the penguins. PS, the African penguins found here are endangered, so visiting could save the life of a penguin.
Boulders Beach
Literally one of my favourite indoor destinations! With something for the whole family to enjoy, from retail therapy, tons of restaurants, an adventure park, a cinema and of course, the arcade.
Canal Walk Shopping Centre | Mall in Cape Town
A really great place to take the little ones, with indoor and outdoor activities. There are swings, slides, sandpits, choo choo trains and tons more!
Bugz Playpark
If your children are into experiments, this is the place to be! They offer shows introducing science to little ones by showing fun experiments. They are introduced to VR. They are loads of fun brain teasers for everyone to enjoy.
Cape Town Science Centre: Home
Such a great place for all age groups, lots of seating and activities.