Big Bay 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.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
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.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
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
Cape Town: Learn to surf with the view of Table Mountain
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour from Cape Town
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Cape Town: Half-Day City Tour
Cape Town: African Dinner, Drumming Experience with Transfer
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Other neighbourhoods around Big Bay
Bloubergstrand
Unique features of Bloubergstrand include the mountain views and seaside views. Make a stop by Bloubergstrand Beach or Dolphin Beach while you're exploring the area.
Century City
Unique features of Century City include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Canal Walk Shopping Centre or Intaka Island Bird Sanctuary while you're exploring the area.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Cape Town Cruise Terminal or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
Green Point
Travellers like the cocktail bars in Green Point, and Greenpoint Market is a top attraction you might want to visit.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Sea Point Promenade
Sea Point Promenade is known for its beautiful seaside views, and you can make a stop by Sea Point Pavillion and Sea Point Swimming Pool while in the area.
- Cape Town Cruise Terminal
- Camps Bay Beach
- Table Mountain
- Cape Town International Convention Centre
- Long Street
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Cape Town Stadium
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Canal Walk Shopping Centre
- Hout Bay Beach
- Tyger Valley Shopping Centre
- Lions Head
- Groot Constantia Winery
- Castle of Good Hope
- Tygerberg Hospital
- Green Point Park
- Signal Hill
- Llandudno Beach
- Newlands Cricket Ground