Clifton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Clifton Bay Beach showing a beach and a coastal town
Clifton Bay Beach featuring a hotel, rocky coastline and waves
Clifton Bay Beach showing a coastal town and a sandy beach
Clifton Bay Beach showing a coastal town, a beach and rocky coastline
Clifton

Popular places to visit

Clifton Bay Beach featuring rocky coastline, a coastal town and a beach

Clifton Bay Beach

Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.

Clifton Bay Beach
Clifton 2nd Beach

Clifton 2nd Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clifton 2nd Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its spas.

Clifton 2nd Beach
Clifton 1st Beach

Clifton 1st Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clifton 1st Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas while you're in the area.

Clifton 1st Beach
Camps Bay Beach showing a sandy beach and a coastal town

Camps Bay Beach

4.5/5(36 reviews)

See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.

Camps Bay Beach
Table Mountain showing landscape views and mountains

Table Mountain

4.5/5(43 reviews)

The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.

Table Mountain
Boulders Beach featuring a beach and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Boulders Beach

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.

Boulders Beach

Activities

Luxury H1 the tour van

Private Cape of Good Hope, Penguins, Table Mountain and the wineries 2 days

AU$485
per adult
Private Cape of Good Hope, Penguins, Table Mountain and the wineries 2 days
View from the top of Signal Hill

Cape Town City Tour

AU$108
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cape Town City Tour
Cape Of Good Hope

Cape Peninsula Private Tour

AU$416
per traveller
Cape Peninsula Private Tour
Cable car ride - Table Mountain

Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town

AU$94
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco

AU$75
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
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Our pick of the best Clifton Hotel Deals

Taj Cape Town
Taj Cape Town
5 out of 5
1 Wale Street, corner St Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is AU$256 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$256
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I would have to say that this is one one the nicest hotels that I have ever stayed in. Rooms are beautiful. The service was impeccable. Breakfast and dinner was excellent."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Taj Cape Town
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
3.5 out of 5
Silo 6, South Arm Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is AU$221 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$221
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (634 reviews)
"Superb hotel with amazing, friendly staff - hugely recommend!"

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
4 out of 5
15 Michigan Street, Airport Industria, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is AU$185 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$185
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable with attentive staff."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
4 out of 5
57 Heerengracht Street, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is AU$148 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$148
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Room and view"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Hotel Sky Cape Town
Hotel Sky Cape Town
3.5 out of 5
Lower Long St, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is AU$137 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$137
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Cape Town Cruise Terminal and Long Street are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (261 reviews)
"Great stay at a super convenient hotel. Great breakfast options."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Hotel Sky Cape Town
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
4 out of 5
Dockrail Road, Foreshore, Cape Town, Western Cape
The price is AU$255 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$255
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (588 reviews)
Best hotel stay ever
"We had a semi long stay at the AC, it was wonderful, from the reception staff, to the tour advisors to the in room dining, to the morning breakfast staff, everyone is just wonderful and attentive. They are super polite and caring and helpful beyond normal. Would 100% recommend"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton

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Bantry Bay

Bantry Bay is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Sea Point Promenade and Table Mountain National Park while in the area.

Bantry Bay
Camps Bay which includes mountains, general coastal views and landscape views

Camps Bay

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Camps Bay
Sea Point

Sea Point

4/5(8 area reviews)

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Sea Point Swimming Pool or Sea Point Promenade might round out your trip.

Sea Point
Lions Head

Tamboerskloof

Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Tamboerskloof
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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.

Gardens
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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.

Bakoven

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