Activities

Simon's Town has a tremendous amount to see and do for holidaymakers. Here is a list of activities we think you might be interested in. Some of it is within walking distance but having a car would be preferable.

Table Mountain

Table Mountain

Whether it is covered in a blanket of snowy clouds or showing off against a crisp cloudless blue sky, Table Mountain is always spectacular.

Hiking

Hiking

The Western Cape of South Africa offers some of the most spectacular and scenic hiking that you will find. Four-hour hikes from Cape Town, close to the towns of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch are a phenomenal experience with outdoor dining and hiking trails that offer something for everyone.

Shopping

Shopping

You will find a variety of shops along Simon's Town High Street offering beautiful art & craft objects, clothing, home wares, gifts and souvenirs to cater for everyone's taste.

Fine Dining

Fine Dining

Cape Town was recently named best food city in the world by Condé Nast Traveler for its variety of cosmopolitan cuisine. From savvy steakhouse and pan Asian eateries to award winning food stalls and African bistros, Cape Town has something for all tastes.

Scenic Drives

Scenic Drives

Here in the land of natural beauty that Cape Town exudes, even the picture-perfect beaches to the majestic mountain ranges, there are views to die for everywhere you look. The drive from Cape Town has breathtaking sights to hit the road and take a drive!

Penguin Viewing

Penguin Viewing

Within walking distance to Boulders Beach, where you can view a protected colony of endangered African penguins.

Shark Diving

Shark Diving

Here, you can find the biggest variety of shark's diving options in the world. Enjoy the thrilling experience of diving with the Great White Shark in the cold Atlantic Cape Town waters.

Kayaking

Kayaking

Breathtaking kayak experiences in the home of the Heynsider's dolphin: set against the stunning backdrop of False Bay.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden

Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden

The most beautiful garden in Africa, and one of the great botanical Gardens is acclaimed to be the first great botanical gardens of the world. Ever gardens can match this sheer grandeur of the setting of Kirstenbosch, against the eastern slopes of Cape Town's Table Mountain.

Whale Watching

Whale Watching

The Southern Right Whales come into False Bay and can be seen from the coasts of Simon's Town. These include Bryde's Whale, the Humpback Whale (which is the one that 'sings') and the Killer Whale. They are known as the Orca. By far the most common, however, is the Southern Right Whale.

Boulders Beach

Boulders Beach

Boulders is the most fabulous swimming beach in Cape Town and it's only a 10min walk from us. A swim in the clear, warm waters of Boulders Beach is always fun on a hot summer day but just walking on the beach and see a close block and white penguin swimming past.

Wine in the Cape

Wine in the Cape

The region is situated to the east of Cape Town, South Africa, which remains one of the world's favourite destinations. The first wine ever produced here was by Dutch explorer Jan van Riebeeck in 1659.

Cafes

Cafes

Simon's Town has a number of excellent restaurants and coffee shops, and there are many more great places to eat in surrounding areas.

Further Afield

Further Afield

Greater Cape Town with its natural beauty, culture and wide range of exciting activities is one of the top 10 destinations in the world. Situated on the southernmost tip of Africa, the city offers diverse landscapes, ranging from craggy coastlines to majestic mountain peaks, from expansive vineyards to historical town centres that bustle with energy and life.