Best photoshoot locations in and around Cape Town

Cape Town has to be one of the most iconic places in South Africa; a bustling metropolis surrounded by picturesque towns, renowned mountain ranges and breathtaking ocean views. We take a look at a range of different photoshoot locations this beautiful area has to offer.

Bo Kaap

A popular tourist destination made famous by its cobble stones and brightly painted houses, the Bo Kaap is a must if you’re looking to do a bold, couples or fashion shoot. It’s a short 8 min drive from Cape Town.
Location fee: free
Address: Wale Street, Cape Town

Boulders Beach

Whether you want to take photos with penguins or portrait, fashion or couples surrounded by the ocean and majestic boulders, this location truly has a lot to offer photographers.
Location fee: free
Address: Simon’s Town, Cape Town

Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel

They offer wide variety of unique shooting locations, every corner offers something special. The hotel’s actual accommodation is luxurious and quintessentially Cape Town – perfect for intimate couples or fashion shoots.
Location fee: Price depends on the rooms, spaces and venues the shoot requires.
Contact: info@granddaddy.co.za
Address: 38 Long St, Cape Town
Website: https://www.granddaddy.co.za
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/granddaddyboutiquehotel/

Best photoshoot locations in and around Cape Town

The Ladder

This venue offers a neutral colour palette with tall, white ceilings and natural design elements making it ideal for intimate portraits and minimalist fashion shoots.
Location fee: R2000 – R3000 for 3 hour shoot
Contact: Nicholas – 0824511572
Address: 136 Bree Street, Cape Town
Website: https://www.theladderon136.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theladderon136

Banksia Boutique Hotel

This classy, Victorian-inspired building offers a plethora of shooting settings. A luxurious poolside, lush, perfectly-kept gardens and a stately, twirling staircase… need we say more?
Location fee: R800 per hour
Contact: info@banksiaboutique.co.za
Address: Banksia Rd, Cape Town
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CVmO1kVKJgo/

Olive Stone Farm

A charming farm location with a variety of indoor and outdoor shooting opportunities. Its wide open spaces allow for bigger family shoots.
Location fee: R2000 for 3 hours
Contact: olivestonefarm@gmail.com
Address: Kerk St, Montagu
Website: https://olivestonefarm.co.za
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olivestonefarmcottages/

Old Tannery Venue

Moody, industrial and spacious pretty much sums up this venue.
Location fee: R500 (plus VAT) for 2 hours
Contact: willa@oldtannery.co.za
Address: Hermon Road, Wellington
Website: https://oldtannery.co.za
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldtanneryvenue/