What to do and see in Cape Town, Western Cape: The Best Beaches

October 27, 2021 Frederic Celentano

From flat-topped Table Mountain down to the blue waters of Table Bay, Cape Town is simply stunning, but the city doesn't thrive by its looks alone. Proudly multicultural, its flourishing arts, dining, and nightlife scenes are proof of this modern metropolis' creativity and innovative spirit.
Restaurants in Cape Town

1. Cosy Bay Beach

Victoria Road, Oudekraal South Africa
Excellent
86%
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14%
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Cosy Bay Beach

2. Windmill Beach

Corner of M 4 Bellevue Road, Simon's Town 7975 South Africa
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Windmill Beach

3. Clifton Beaches

Victoria Road Parking: what3words ///holders.dives.gnawing, Cape Town Central South Africa
Excellent
62%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 1,876 reviews

Clifton Beaches

Reviewed By robfN4841FD - Paarl, South Africa

I have been coming to Clifton beaches for the last 40 years. One of the most beautiful beach on the Planet, in the middle of an amazing city, Cape Town, with Lion's Head as a backdrop, wind sheltered, and soft fine sand. What more could you ask for ??

4. Sandy Bay

Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa
Excellent
56%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 204 reviews

Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay is the unofficial "nudist beach", kept private by no direct vehicle access. This highly inaccessible beach offers a tranquil setting and a good break for surfing.

Reviewed By monoi68 - Catania, Italy

Beautiful beach with stunning views. Nudism. A nice place where you can relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

5. Foxy Beach

Kleintuin Rd, Simon's Town 7995 South Africa
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
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1%
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4.5 based on 81 reviews

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.

6. Camp's Bay Beach

Victoria Road Parking: what3words ///nibs.mazelike.swaying, Camps Bay 8005 South Africa
Excellent
62%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 2,793 reviews

Camp's Bay Beach

Just up Kloof Nek Road from the center of town is this thriving beach community. Plenty of trendy nightclubs, shops and cafes bring diners and shoppers, while tranquil seas and fine white sand draw sun worshippers and swimmers.

Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia

Camps Bay has a great beach, and there are good shops and fabulous bars and restaurants along the esplanade. Yes, it got extremely windy one day while we were there which made it less than comfortable on the beach, but the cafes are all adept at sheltering patrons from the elements when required.

7. Mouille Point Beach

Beach Road Mouille Point, 8005 South Africa
Excellent
60%
Good
40%
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Mouille Point Beach

8. Bloubergstrand Beach

Bloubergstrand Parking: what3words ///rusher.overlap.pollutant, Cape Town Central 7405 South Africa
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 1,378 reviews

Bloubergstrand Beach

Reviewed By KingBJ01 - Koforidua, Ghana

Surf friendly and super clean beach, you get amazing restaurants and pubs right on the beach front like wimpy, Angus Grill and many more who serve the best sea food.

9. 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
Excellent
59%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8,291 reviews

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!

10. Scarborough Beach

Camel Rock Rd, Scarborough South Africa
Excellent
69%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 140 reviews

Scarborough Beach

Reviewed By Biffro - London, United Kingdom

We loved this place - such a beautiful beach and away from the crowds of Cape Town. We stopped off one afternoon and the beach has stretching white sand and is a great place to watch the kite surfers. Would recommend stopping off here for a picnic. Such a stunning beach and my absolute favourite in Cape Town! Great for walking and a paddle - the water was too cold to swim in

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