Higgovale 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.
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.
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.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Activities
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
WILDX 60min Atlantis Dunes Cape Town QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO
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.
Our pick of the best Higgovale Hotel Deals
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
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Everything about this hotel is to be recommended. The room was very clean, the beds comfortable. We had an excellent sleep after a long flight. The shuttle bus from the airport was easy to find and runs until the last KLM flight arrives. The hotel also runs a shuttle every 30 mins to the V&A Waterfront, ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Clean room, kind and helpful staff!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Taj Cape Town
Excellent hotel, lovely staff, accommodating for all our needs. Always a pleasure staying at the Taj CPT Keep up the excellent work
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Commodore Hotel
Lovely room, good facilities and lovely ool
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higgovale
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.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Fresnaye
Unique features of Fresnaye include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Table Mountain National Park or Cape Floral Region Protected Areas while you're exploring the area.
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.
Bantry Bay
Bantry Bay is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Sea Point Promenade and Table Mountain National Park while in the area.
