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.
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.
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
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.
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.
Activities
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Authentic African Cuisine Cooking Experience
Half-Day Mount Nelson Afternoon Tea Experience
Half-Day Tour to Robben Island with Reserved Tickets.
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
Our pick of the best Newlands Hotel Deals
Vineyard Hotel
Fantastic staff,excellent view and pool area. We come here year after year.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Southern Sun Newlands
Everything was great, staff, cleaneness, etc.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
The manager at Onomo was amazing, flexible and genuinely supportive. Most of the staff were also super helpful especially with our bags. We also chose the hotel because we wanted to take photos and the set up onlime made us choose the hotel for our anniversary shoot. When we arrived, the set up was ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Staff is outstanding! Property is clean,secure and comfortable...good food!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Good room. Great breakfast. Good environment and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Beautiful room with a fantastic view of table mountain, very convenient for the V and A. Amazing service very helpful friendly team of people. We will be going back..
Reviewed on 5 Feb 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 Cape Town City Hall and Castle of Good Hope, 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 Kloof Street 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.
