Mountainside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Table Mountain
Climb to the summit of this spectacular mountain and you'll be rewarded with sweeping views of Cape Town and the stunning surrounds of Table Bay.
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
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.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Activities
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
WILDX Atlantis QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO OPS CAPE TOWN
From Hermanus or Cape Town: Shark Cage Diving Experience
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Our pick of the best Mountainside Hotel Deals
Fijnbos Private Manor
Reviewed on 16 July 2025
Private villa in Gordons Bay with ocean views and pool
Reviewed on 26 July 2025
Zaria Sun Family
Reviewed on 5 May 2022
Blue Horizon Guest House
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2025
De Zalze Lodge
Reviewed on 20 June 2025
The Stellenbosch Hotel
Reviewed on 26 June 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mountainside
Somerset West
Get to know Somerset West and its many features like its seaside views and seafood restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Lourensford Wine Estate and Cheetah Outreach, and you can jump on the metro at Somerset West Station or Van Der Stel Station to get around the city.
Stellenbosch Central
While visiting Stellenbosch Central, you might make a stop by sights like Fick House and Dorp Street.
Eikenbosch
If you're spending time in Eikenbosch, check out sights like Tyger Valley Shopping Centre or Nitida Cellars and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stikland Station or Sarepta Station.
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.
Century City
Unique features of Century City include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Canal Walk Shopping Centre or Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
Mountainside Travel Guide
- Stellenbosch University
- Spier Wine Estate
- Kogel Bay Beach
- Vergelegen Wine Estate
- Lanzerac Wine Estate
- Arabella Golf Course
- Fick House
- Lourensford Wine Estate
- Alluvia Boutique Winery
- Technopark Stellenbosch
- Arabella Country Estate
- Bikini Beach
- Dorp Street
- Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
- Stellenbosch Golf Club
- Boschendal
- Kogelberg Nature Reserve
- Zevenwacht Wine Estate
- Helderberg Nature Reserve
- Stony Point Penguin Colony
- Cape Town Film Studios
- Kleinmond Beach
