Alphen Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
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
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
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 of Good Hope
Feared by sailors for centuries, the jagged cliffs around the Cape of Good Hope showcase the splendour of South Africa’s native wilderness.
Activities
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town
Cape Town Quad Bike and Free Sandboarding
Cape Town: Half-Day City Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Tandem Paragliding in Cape Town
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Other neighbourhoods around Alphen
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.
Newlands
Known for its ample dining options and picturesque gardens, there's plenty to explore in Newlands. You can visit top attractions like Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens and Newlands Cricket Ground, and jump on the metro at Claremont Station or Newlands Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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 South African Museum and Planetarium while you're exploring the area.
- Cape Town Cruise Terminal
- Boulders Beach
- Camps Bay Beach
- Table Mountain
- Long Street
- Cape Town Stadium
- Cape Town International Convention Centre
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Muizenberg Beach
- Groot Constantia Winery
- Castle of Good Hope
- Hout Bay Beach
- Lions Head
- Fish Hoek Beach
- Chapmans Peak
- Tygerberg Hospital
- Tyger Valley Shopping Centre
- Kalk Bay Beach
- Llandudno Beach