Attractions in Kommetjie
Distances are from the town centre.
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...
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...
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...
Kingsbury Hospital - Claremont, Cape Town
Kingsbury Hospital in Claremont, Cape Town, is a well-established private healthcare facility known for providing high-quality medical care in a comfortable and patient-centric environment. Founded in 1946, Kingsbury has grown over the decades to become one of the leading hospitals in the region,...
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...
Cavendish Square - Claremont, Cape Town
Cavendish Square is a prominent shopping center located in Claremont, Cape Town, offering a diverse range of retail, dining, and entertainment options. It is a popular destination known for its modern design and extensive selection of stores. An interesting fact about Cavendish Square in Clare...
Gifkommetjie Trail - Cape Peninsula
The Gifkommetjie Trail is a scenic hiking route located on the Cape Peninsula, Cape Town. This trail offers hikers an opportunity to explore the stunning natural landscapes of the region, with diverse terrain including coastal paths, rocky outcrops, and indigenous flora. The trail provides breath...
Strandfontein Beach & Tidal Pool - Strandfontein, Cape Town
Strandfontein Beach is a notable and expansive beach located at Strandfontein in the southern suburbs of Cape Town, South Africa. Known for its long stretches of sandy shoreline and impressive tidal pool, Strandfontein Beach is renowned for being home to the largest tidal pool in the Southern Hem...
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 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...
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...
Oktober Bierfest - Newlands, Cape Town
The Oktober Bierfest in Cape Town is held at the Newlands Brewery Village Green in Newlands, Cape Town. The event will take place during the month of October. The Oktober Bierfest is modelled on the world renowned Oktoberfest in Europe. It is the biggest festival and attracts millions of visit...
Newlands Cricket Ground - Newlands, Cape Town
Newlands Cricket Ground, located in the leafy suburb of Newlands in Cape Town, is one of the most iconic cricket venues in the world. Established in 1888, it is the second-oldest cricket ground in South Africa, following St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth. The ground’s picturesque setting, with T...
Josephine Mill Museum - Newlands, Cape Town
The Josephine Mill Museum in Newlands, Cape Town, is a beautifully restored watermill with deep historical significance. Established in 1840, it is one of the last remaining authentic water mills in the Cape Town area and offers a glimpse into Cape Town’s early industrial era. Situated along the ...
Pipe Track Walk - Camps Bay, Cape Town
The Pipe Track Walk is a popular and scenic hiking trail located on the slopes of Table Mountain above Camps Bay in Cape Town. Known for its relatively easy route and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, this trail is ideal for walkers, trail runners, and families looking for a leisurely out...
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 ...
The Groote Schuur Estate - Rondebosch, Cape Town
Named after part the Granary that was built on the estate in 1667 by the Dutch East India Company, De Groote Schuur (The Big Barn) was to become far more important to South Africa than the Trading Company that had it built. In 1870, over 200 years after it was built Cecil John Rhodes arrived in N...
Lion's Head Hiking Trail - Kloof Nek, Cape Town
The Lion's Head Hiking Trail in Cape Town offers hikers a relatively short yet rewarding experience, culminating in panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. The trail is approximately 5.5 kilometers (3.4 miles) round trip and typically takes between 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, depending ...