Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Simon's Town, Western Cape

January 2, 2022 Brain Ambrose

Simon's Town (Afrikaans: Simonstad), sometimes spelled Simonstown, is a town near Cape Town, South Africa, which is home to the South African Navy. It is located on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula. For more than two centuries it has been a naval base and harbour (first for the Royal Navy and now the South African Navy). The town is named after Simon van der Stel, an early governor of the Cape Colony.
Restaurants in Simon's Town

1. Pisces Divers

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Pisces Divers

Scuba Diving around the Cape Town Area. Specializing in Sharks, Seals, Wrecks and Reefs. Among the most spectacular diving in the world. Pisces Divers is a PADI Five Star IDC Centre, providing the full range of PADI training courses. We also have a well-stocked retail shop, a servicing center and air and nitrox filling station on site.

2. Cape Fun Tours

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Cape Fun Tours

Capefuntours specialises in unveiling Cape Town to YOU, the discerning visitor. What makes use unique? ME! – MARTIN FINE.Fluent in Scouse, Cockney, Geordie, Mancunian with the gift of the Blarney. History, culture, good food and wine enthuses me.Together with my associates let me fashion your bespoke tour. I shall transport you to where YOU want to go, with a sense of humour. Having FUN and enjoying yourself is compulsory on my tours.

3. Foxy Beach

Kleintuin Rd, Simon's Town 7995 South Africa
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Foxy Beach

Though enticing for its fine white sand and clear blue surf, there’s no swimming at this beach—at least not for humans. Foxy Beach is strictly reserved for African penguins.

4. Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

Simon's Town 7995 South Africa +27 21 786 2329 [email protected] http://www.capepointroute.co.za/moreinfoOther.php?aID=110
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Boulders Beach Penguin Colony

The sheltered inlet of Boulders Beach is located in the Cape peninsula near Simon's Town. Here exists a protected colony of African penguins which can be viewed in their natural habitat via wooden walkways. There is also an excellent beach for swimming nearby.

Reviewed By NazleeM_13 - Haverhill, United Kingdom

This protected beach is one of the main tourist attraction in Cape Town. A few minutes walk from the main Simon’s Town, you can watch and take photo of these cute creatures in their natural habitat. In a windy day, the beach sands can be very uncomfortable to your eyes and hair though!

5. Kayak Cape Town

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Kayak Cape Town

Paddle the warm waters of False Bay and we'll show you some rather amazing things on our kayak trip to visit the penguins at Boulders Beach. No experience is necessary and it's no more taxing than hiking up a hill. Professionally guided Sea Kayak Paddles every morning throughout the year, weather permitting. Our kayaks are designed for maximum stability in all conditions. Age is no barrier - anyone with full mobility from 10 upwards can do it. All trips are led by knowledgable and experienced professional guides.

6. SAS Assegaai Museum

21 Naval Dockyard East Road, Simon's Town 7975 South Africa +27 21 786 5243 http://www.navy.mil.za/museum_submarine/
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SAS Assegaai Museum

SA Navy Museum Submarine

7. South African Naval Museum

Private Bag X1, Simon's Town 7995 South Africa +27 21 787 4686 [email protected] http://simonstown.com/navalmuseum/index.htm
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South African Naval Museum

Reviewed By gweru

Most impressive. A fascinating insight into both the naval and social history of South Africa. Exhibits range from the days of Nelson right up until the present. You can easily while away 2 to three hours here. And it’s free! All they ask is for a donation. The staff we met were exceptionally knowledgeable helpful and professional. Can’t rate this place highly enough.

8. Scratch Patch & Mineral World

2520 Dido Valley Road, Simon's Town 7975 South Africa +27 21 786 2020
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Scratch Patch & Mineral World

Reviewed By RosemaryAnneR1 - Glencairn, South Africa

Really a fab place to visit when you come from overseas beautiful jewelry to choose from and a stone pit that you can pick up and choose your own precious stones to take back home...you can also marvel at how a rock could have such beauty it's amazing...recommended.

9. Jubilee Square & Jetty, Simon's Town

St George's Street Jubilee Square, Simon's Town 7995 South Africa +27 21 786 4737 [email protected]
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Jubilee Square & Jetty, Simon's Town

Historic Square and Jetty in the heart of Simon's Town with many interesting exhibits, including the statue of Just Nuisance. Also the departure point for Whale watching and Shark diving within False Bay. This attraction offers something for everyone.

Reviewed By c0lestar

Just sitting there on a bench and looking at the view is amazing. I never go to Simonstown without going to Jubilee Square and Jetty and spend some time there. It is absolutely beautiful. The view from there is amazing.

10. Simon's Town Museum

Court Road, Simon's Town 7975 South Africa +27 21 786 3046 http://www.simonstown.com/museum/index.html
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Simon's Town Museum

Another Dutch East India Company property, this former governor’s home contains crafts and artifacts illustrating local cultural heritage.

Reviewed By CliveofPE - Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Well positioned to give you a good understanding of Simonstown with history going back to the Dutch establishment also has a well priced refreshment area with the best fresh scones. Easy walking distance to Naval Museum.

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