Scarborough Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Scarborough
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.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable 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.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Boulders Beach
Discover pristine sandy beaches, unique rock formations and an endangered African penguin colony – just 40 kilometres south of Cape Town.
Activities
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
From Cape Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Seal Watching Tour
African Penguins (Boulders Beach) Half Day tour from Cape Town
Craft Gin Tasting Experience and Distillery Tour
Our pick of the best Scarborough Hotel Deals
Taj Cape Town
Room was good and large but no facility to open windows - i hate feeling closeted in. Team were great. Loved the little extras at Turndown - petals around the bath with mini refresh & sleep sprays abd bath soak.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Great location, close to many restaurants, shops, markets and tour providers. Staff very helpful. Felt safe. A good place to stay in Capetown
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Very nice modern, clean hotel with comfortable room and very friendly and helpful staff. Restaurant a bit hit and miss in terms of prompt service but the food was generally decent (the tuna was excellent, the chicken burger was a disappointing mess that fell apart). Decent wine list and the breakfast ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
President Hotel
No ocean view
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl
Beautiful decor; clean room; friendly front desk staff
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
Friendly staff and clean room
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Scarborough
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.
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.
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
