Camps Bay

Photo courtesy Ian Junor

Under the looming Twelve Apostles and Lion’s Head as a backdrop and views out across the turquoise-coloured sea, Camps Bay sports some of the trendiest places to see and be seen at.

Head south from the beaches of Clifton (or north from the buzz of Sea Point) and you’ll discover the chic suburb of Camps Bay. Victoria Road is the main drag and is packed with funky restaurants, trendy pubs, and bucket-and-spade shops on one side, with a palm-fringed beach on the other.

It’s on the beach that the designer types flex their muscles and show off their volleyball skills. While the supermodels and rock stars of the world are known to hang out at Camps Bay, it’s also a great place for families – the white sand beach is wide and flat, and parking is sometimes more available than at Clifton. During the Easter break and around the Christmas holidays, Camps Bay is packed to the brim.

If you’re staying over, there’s a wide range of accommodation on offer, from self-catering apartments to stylish villas to The Bay Hotel with its perfect views of Camps Bay beach. Be sure to contact Cape Town Tourism to book accommodation to suit your needs and budget. We will get you the best deal with over 1000 accredited accommodation providers across the City.

Visitors come from far and wide to enjoy the friendly vibe and excellent restaurants (not to mention gorgeous views) in Camps Bay. Tides restaurant at The Bay Hotel is an award-winning eatery; Blues (+27 21 438 2040; www.blues.co.za) is an old favourite especially if you like Mediterranean food. Be sure to request information on restaurants and bars from Cape Town Tourism and drop in to any one of our Visitor Centres to pick up a handy restaurant map.

You’ll find a number of great places for cocktails along Victoria Road – and for holidaymakers and locals alike, Camps Bay is a favourite spot to watch the sun go down. If you’re feeling like a good dose of culture then find out what’s showing at the gracious Theatre on the Bay (+27 21 438 3301; www.theatreonthebay.co.za).

For a bit of pampering make use of the Camps Bay Retreat Skin & Body Centre (+27 21 438 8300; www.campsbayretreat.com) or head off to one of the Yoga Centres.

Contact Cape Town Tourism’s Burg Street Visitor Information Centre for great advice on what to do, where to stay, where to eat and more. Our friendly team are happy to help with information and bookings.

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