Attractions in De Waterkant
Distances are from the town centre.
Three Peaks Challenge - Cape Town
The Three Peaks Challenge in Cape Town is a challenge with a long history, dating back to March 1897, when a 25-year-old Carl Wilhelm Schneeberger successfully ascended Devil’s Peak, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, starting from, and returning each time, to the old Johannesburg Hotel in Long Stre...
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway - Cape Town
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway provides easy access to the top of Table Mountain to over 800 000 people every year. The purpose of riding in the cableway is to reach the top of Table Mountain, but the trip up is an outing all on its own. You are gently transported both up and down the moun...
Clifton Beaches - Cape Town
The Clifton Beaches, located on the Atlantic Seaboard of Cape Town, are a series of four adjacent beaches renowned for their pristine beauty and luxurious atmosphere. Clifton 1st Beach Clifton 1st Beach is the most secluded of the four Clifton beaches in Cape Town. Known for its tranquil am...
Devil's Peak - Cape Town
Devil's Peak forms part of the mountainous backdrop to Cape Town. When looking at Table Mountain from the V&A Waterfront, or when looking at the standard picture postcard view of the mountain, the skyline is from left to right: the spire of Devil's Peak, the flat mesa of Table Mountain, the dome ...
Groote Schuur Hospital - Observatory, Cape Town
One of Cape Towns most prominant man-made Landmarks is the Groote Schuur Hospital. The off-white painted, hospital buildings are built on the slopes of Devil's Peak in the suburb of Observatory, and as such are set against the background of the beautiful mountain range that has become so iconic o...
Heart of Cape Town Museum - Observatory, Cape Town
The Heart of Cape Town Museum, located in Observatory, Cape Town, is a testament to medical innovation and a pivotal moment in South Africa's history. The museum is housed in the Groote Schuur Hospital, where the world's first successful human-to-human heart transplant was performed by Dr. Christ...
Cape Town Science Centre - Observatory, Cape Town
Tucked away on Main Road in the eclectic suburb of Observatory, Cape Town, the Cape Town Science Centre is a lively, hands-on attraction that resonates just as well with grown-ups as with the curious young. Set in a former industrial building, the centre has been rejuvenated into a playground of ...
Glen Beach - Camps Bay, Cape Town
Glen Beach, nestled between Camps Bay Beach and Maiden's Cove along Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard, is a secluded haven favoured by locals and surfers seeking a tranquil alternative to the bustling neighboring shores. This intimate cove is characterised by its soft white sands and is framed by lar...
Maiden's Cove Tidal Pool - Clifton, Cape Town
Maiden's Cove Tidal Pool is a picturesque spot nestled between Clifton and Camps Bay in Cape Town. This serene tidal pool offers visitors breathtaking views of the Twelve Apostles Mountain Range, the expansive Atlantic Ocean, and the iconic Table Mountain. The area is equipped with public bra...
Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town
Table Mountain National Park stretches from Signal Hill in the north, to Cape Point in the south and is home to the world’s smallest, yet most diverse floral kingdom, The Cape Floristic Region. Whilst standing at Cape Point, it’s hard to believe that you’re standing at the southernmost point of A...
The Promenade - Camps Bay, Cape Town
The Camps Bay Promenade is a vibrant and picturesque destination offering a range of activities and attractions with stunning views of the ocean and the iconic Twelve Apostles mountain range. Visitors can stroll along the wide, palm-lined walkway, taking in the fresh sea breeze and the breathtaki...
Camps Bay Beach - Cape Town
Camps Bay Beach is one of Cape Town’s most iconic and picturesque beaches, located at Camps Bay along the Atlantic Seaboard. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty, Camps Bay Beach is a popular destination for both locals and tourists. Key Features of Camps Bay Beach: 1. Scenic Beauty: Ca...
Table Bay - Cape Town, Western Cape
Although the Cape was first explored by Bartolomeu Dias in the late 1400's it was on in 1652 that Cape Town was founded by the Dutch explorer, Jan Van Riebeek. And during this period the natural bay on the west coast of South Africa, just north of the Cape Peninsula, was named Table Bay. The bay ...
Rhodes Memorial - Devil's Peak, Cape Town
The Rhodes Memorial is an iconic landmark situated on the slopes of Devil's Peak, Rondebosch, Cape Town, honoring British colonialist Cecil John Rhodes. Built between 1910 and 1912 and designed by Sir Herbert Baker, the memorial sits on land that was once part of Rhodes’ Groote Schuur estate. Its...
The Shred Skatepark - Cape Town
The Shred Skatepark in Cape Town is a premier indoor skateboarding venue that has become a central hub for skaters of all levels. Located in Paarden Eiland, this expansive facility offers ramps, rails, bowls, and street-style obstacles that cater to beginners and seasoned pros alike. The park's d...
Maclear's Beacon - Table Mountain, Cape Town
Maclear's Beacon, standing at 1,086 meters (3,563 feet) above sea level, is the highest point on Table Mountain, one of Cape Town's most iconic landmarks. Named after Sir Thomas Maclear, an Irish-born astronomer and surveyor, the beacon was constructed in 1865 as a triangulation station for geode...
Milnerton Flea Market - Cape Town
The Milnerton Flea Market in Cape Town is a vibrant and bustling market that offers a diverse range of goods and a lively shopping experience. The market is held in a car park located on Marine Drive at the intersection with Milner Street in Milnerton. The market is a popular destination for both...
Camps Bay Tidal Pool - Cape Town
Camps Bay Tidal Pool is a popular and scenic tidal pool located in Camps Bay in Cape Town. Nestled along the stunning coastline of the Atlantic Seaboard, this tidal pool offers a serene and safe swimming environment with breathtaking views of the surrounding natural beauty. It is a favored spot f...
Twelve Apostles Mountain Range - Cape Town
The Twelve Apostles Mountain Range is a stunning and iconic natural landmark located along the Atlantic seaboard of the Cape Peninsula in Cape Town, South Africa. Stretching from the majestic Table Mountain in the north to Hout Bay in the south, the range comprises a series of buttresses and peak...
University of Cape Town - Western Cape
1829 saw the birth of an institution that would change education in South Africa... but nothing happens overnight. The South African College, which was a high school for boys was opened in 1829 in the Weeshuis on Long Street, Cape Town. In 1841 the school moved to the Egyptian Building which is l...