Newlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide



Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Cape Town International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Cape Town International Convention Centre during your trip to Cape Town. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.

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.
Activities

Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour

Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

Robben Island Tour; Pickup, Drop-off; Guided Tour Historic Prison

Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.

Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience

Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
Our pick of the best Newlands Hotel Deals

Vineyard Hotel
The Vineyard Hotel is excellent. We have been there many times and each time is better than the last. Everything from the welcome, service, food is fantastic. And of course the view of the mountain is spectacular.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Taj Cape Town
We recently stayed 5 nights at this beautiful hotel in the heart of the City and thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. From the time we checked in to the time we checked out we were treated like royalty and every whim was dealt with quickly and efficiently. Our beautiful rooms had excellent views ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Ideal in der Nähe des CPT Airport, Zimmer normal, bewachter Parkplatz mit Nightguide
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Great location, shuttle make access to airport easy
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
It was friendly, clean, and a lot of amenities. It wasn’t as close to the V&A waterfront as we would have liked.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Very hard bed. Sent us to the wrong room the first time. Staff seemed bothered that I insisted on getting what I paid for. Also didn’t receive the free bottle of wine I was supposed to get. I was hoping Radisson only sucked in the U.S. but I guess it’s universal.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newlands

Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Klein Constantia Wine Estate while you're exploring the area.

Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Parliament of South Africa and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Iziko South African Museum while you're exploring the area.

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.

Bakoven
Bakoven is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Table Mountain National Park, a top place to visit in the area.

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.
