Ratanga Park is a green oasis in the heart of Century City where you can relax, unwind and breathe in some fresh air after a hectic day. It’s a great place to have a picnic with the family, let the kids run free and play.
Alternatively, the park also offers a variety of land and water-based outdoor exercise options in beautiful landscapes, as well as the enhancement of rich bird-life and indigenous vegetation.
What was formerly known as Cape Town’s amusement park Ratanga Junction, has now been transformed into a beautiful public space that is open to anyone for free. You’ll find two bridges crossing the canal, open lawn space and a big picture frame for taking home some memories. There is also a kiddies play area with a jungle gym, a slide, swings and lots of space to explore.
The green lawns are very inviting to have family picnics or enjoy some ball games. The park is surrounded by apartment buildings as well as coffee shops and restaurants for your convenience.
Of course, the park is not only popular with families and kids, but also runners and dog-walkers. They enjoy the wide open space just as much and soak in the green scenery and lush surroundings. Ratanga Park has a similar feel to the Green Point Park in Cape Town and is a great success among locals and visitors alike.
Century City Tramway
As a new highlight (tram opened in 2023 and is designed in a 1920’s look), you and the kids can now also hop on the Century City Tramway which takes you on a 20 minute ride around Century City on the old Rantanga Junction Railway line.
You get to see the canal, drive by some coffee shops, get a peak at the park, go through a small subway station and ride along Canal Walk Shopping Center.
The ticket price is R70 per person and a fun experience for the little ones. The tram leaves right at the entrance of the park (see map below). You can pay in cash or via card payment.
Due to the price it’s probably a once-off thing to do, but still lots of fun for the entire family. Afterwards, you can go for a walk at Ratanga Park and let the kids run free at the playground right next to the station.
Our Experience
It’s a beautiful park not far from town and our kids loved to explore it. It’s perfect for riding their bikes and having a little play session after a long day. We love the green open space in Century City and usually visit the park after being to Canal Walk. We also went on the tram ride and really enjoyed the experience. The kids were super excited.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Checklist
- Entrance Fee: Free (optional Tram costs R70 per person)
- Opening Times: Sunrise to Sunset
- Things to do: Play Area, Water Features, Picnics, Running, Walking
- Dogs on leads allowed
- Address: 4 Conference Ln, Century City (there is free parking right in front of the park)
- Phone number: 021 552 6889
Where do you park to enter the park. I seemed to get lost recently looking for the entrance
Hi Samantha, we always park here: https://goo.gl/maps/tzoRkBaKEhFEncLn7
I have been to the park and found it beautiful, but find it quite strange that there is no toilet facilities available.
Are we able to host a kiddies party at the park?
I’m sure you can! It’s a public park, so you can set up a kiddies birthday party there. Just make sure to clean up afterwards 🙂
no toilet really
I love how they respond to every comment besides the non existent toilet facilities.
We are not associated with the park and the management thereof. So we acknowledge your feedback regarding the sanitary situation and I’m sure our readers will value your input, but there is nothing we can do about the situation.
Hi I’m traveling with myciti how do we get there?
will it be the same way as I would walk to Ratanga Back than?
Get off at the Myciti stop right next to Virgin Active Gym…from there you go around the gym,take a left & proceed towards the Century City Park.
hi, would I be able to have a small picnic for a bridal shower?
Hi Shanice, I’m sure this won’t be a problem. It’s a public park and you can surely arrange a picnic as long as you clean up after yourself.
Hi, Where is the parking to enter the park? is the parking still facing canal walk shopping mall?
Hello Musfieka, search for “Oasis Life Century City” on Google Maps. That’s where we always park.
Hello
I’d like to know if there are store that sell any snacks or food ? So there is a tram ride and what else because my baby brother is turning 4
Hi Keira. As far as I remember there are no shops in the park that sell food or drinks. It’s basically just a pretty park with nice greenery and a playground. The tram goes around the Century City area. The day of your visit doesn’t really matter I guess. Either Saturday or Sunday will be fine.
Is it better to go on a Saturday or Sunday? In terms of busyness ?
Where exactly is the tramway pick up spot at the park
and what are the times? Thank you!
Hi Nadia, you can either board the tram at Ratanga Park side (park at P4 and walk down the stairs close to Bootleggers), or Intaka Island side (park by the Club House and wait in front of the Club House by the track). The tram operates every weekend and on Public holidays between 11.00 – 17.00. Last tram departs at 16.30. You can find all info here:https://centurycitytramway.co.za/
Hi there, are you allowed to use a beach umbrella at the park?
I don’t think that will be a problem.