Cape Town
On the Rocks, in Blouberg
For cocktails and fabulous views on the bay of Small Beach.
ontherocks.co.za
Lauren Joubert
The Leopard Bar
For glamour at the 12 Apostles
12apostleshotel.com
Kit Heathcock
Yourstruly (Kloof street)
This is such a laid-back spot, you order straight from the bar. Their upstairs deck area is great for catching the sunset, and Saturday and Sunday evenings are my favourite: cool DJs and a live band.facebook.com/yourstrulycafeandbar
Lauren Albertyn
Durbanville Hills Wine Estate
You’re only a few minutes outside of town, but you may as well be on another planet.
durbanvillehills.co.za
Patrick Cairns
Johannesburg
Flames at The Wesctliff
Enjoy one of the best views in Joburg at this newly renovated hotel.
flamesrestaurant.co.za/reservations/
Belinda Mountain
Rooftop of the Hyde Park Hotel
Great views of Joburg as the sun goes down! There’s also a DJ on a Friday which gives it a great festive feel to kick off the weekend.
tsogosunhotels.com/hotels/hyde-park-sandton
Catherine Black
The bar at the Factory in Norwood
A rooftop bar with sprawling views of the city, atop a funky gallery, exhibition, market and live music venue.
facebook.com/thefactoryongrant
Living Room in Maboneng
A rooftop bar draped in gorgeous plants with a view of the city.
livingroomjozi.co.za
Georgina Guedes
Pretoria
Priva Lounge
You will have a chic encounter at Priva Lounge with their outdoor terrace, live jazz bands and luxurious cigar lounge.
The Blue Crane Restaurant & Bar
They have a classy upstairs bar with its own deck overlooking the dam and the bird sanctuary.
Meet on Milner
Meet on Milner offers live music and a vibrant atmosphere.
facebook.com/meetonmilner
Zena Le Roux
Durban
BrewHaus
Whether you’re feeling for sundowners on the balcony or a few late night rounds, give BrewHaus on Broadway a visit!
facebook.com/BrewhausZA
Jenna Kelly
Roma Revolving Restaurant
This is a cult retro 70s cocktail bar hang-out with 360 revolving views of the Durban harbour and lit-up at night city skyline.
Port Elizabeth
The Verandah
Chic, elegant and with a perfect mix of a casual summer vibe and sophistication, you can’t go wrong with this as a first choice venue for long, cool sundowners after a hot day.
BeerShack
Situated on Port Elizabeth’s bustling Beach Road with a sunny deck to check out the passing parade, you will have great fun selecting your artisan beer from a thirst-enducing line-up of lagers, ales, stouts and pale ales with intriguing names like Naked Mexican, Skeleton Coast and Pumpkin Ale.
Finnezz
Trendy and hip without being pretentious, this Humerail cocktail bar and eatery provides a sundowner destination where comfy couches, high tables and a verandah allow for your special brand of lounging about.
facebook.com/FinnezzPE
Brett Adkins