Cape Peninsula Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
Cape of Good Hope
Enjoy stunning scenery, rich cultural heritage and an eclectic variety of wildlife – all within reach of Africa’s most southerly tip.
Cape Point
Experience an end-of-the-world sensation while discovering dramatic landscapes and spotting myriad bird species at Africa’s most southwesterly point.
Foxy Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Foxy Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.
Simon's Town Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Simon's Town Museum during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Boulders Penguin Colony
You can take time to visit Boulders Penguin Colony during your travels to Cape Town. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.
Activities
Cape Peninsula Half Day Tour From Cape Town Travel Choice Award
Cape Point Full Day Tour
Private Tour: Cape of Good Hope, Cape point and Boulders Beach
Full-Day Tour to Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope
Private Tour: Cape Of Good Hope & Wine Tasting
Cape Point Penguin Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Cape Peninsula
Simon's Town
Seaside views and waterfront views are highlights of Simon's Town. Make a stop by Boulders Beach or Table Mountain National Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Simonstown Station to get around town.
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Constantia Village while you're exploring the area.
Hout Bay
Seafood restaurants, seaside views and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hout Bay. Make a stop by Llandudno Beach or Hout Bay Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
Clifton
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Clifton. You might want to make time for a stop at Clifton Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park.
- Boulders Beach
- Cape of Good Hope
- Just Nuisance Statue
- Table Mountain
- Camps Bay Beach
- Cape Town International Convention Centre
- Cape Town Stadium
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Chapmans Peak
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World
- Lions Head
- Muizenberg Beach
- Hout Bay Beach