Clifton Travel Guide
Cape Town
Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
Table Mountain
One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.
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
Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.
Things to do
Private Cape of Good Hope, Penguins, Table Mountain and the wineries 2 days
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Cape Town: Table Mountain Cable Car, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Top hotels in Clifton
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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
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.
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.
Sea Point
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Clifton Bay Beach
- Clifton 2nd Beach
- Table Mountain
- Camps Bay Beach
- Bloubergstrand Beach
- Boulders Beach
- Long Street
- Cape Town Stadium
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- Hout Bay Beach
- Muizenberg Beach
- Castle of Good Hope
- Chapmans Peak
- Lions Head
- Fish Hoek Beach
- Llandudno Beach
- Bree Street
- Signal Hill