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WHERE TO EAT
The Shed – Simon’s Town main road. Good vibes, fresh flavours and coastal charm. Burgers. Pizza & sushi. Monday – Thursday: 7am – 11pm, Friday – Sunday: 7am – 11pm 078 610 1497
The Lighthouse Café – Simon’s Town main road. The Café has a beautiful French Provençal and Coastal feel. The Café style menu is refreshingly short, although providing ample choice and variety for everyone’s taste buds, including some specials of the day. Booking essential.087 700 6421
Dixies Restaurant & Bar – A lovely pub style restaurant in Glencairn, Simon’s Town. Very casual and the best views on a lovely sunny day. Delicious Sunday roast, pizzas and more! Booking essential. 021 786 2105
SAVEUR Restaurant – Great seafood & beautiful views overlooking the harbour that hosts the South African Navy. Wednesday nights are burger night, buy 1 get 1 free. Booking essential. 063 604 0547
Blue Door Coffee – Great coffee! Lovely vibe and you can catch up on some work should you need to.
Located in the Harbour Bay mall just outside Simon’s town.
The Sweetest Thing Patisserie – Simon’s Town main road. Breakfast, delicious little cakes, tarts and savouries. Take away or linger in their lovely courtyard.
Blue Kiwi – Located in the Harbour Bay mall. Conscious eatery and speciality Deli. Healthy plant-based meals.
Minari Korean Kitchen – Simon’s Town main road. Korean and Asian flavours take out restaurant. Open 11am – 7pm.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Long Beach Public Beach, Simon’s Town – A quick stroll down the road from Fynbos. There are never waves as it is in a cove so always calm for a quick dip.
Glencairn Beach & Tidal Pool – Awesome beach to catch some waves without travelling very far! There is also a lovely tidal pool to relax in, should the waves be too big for you. Great for windsurfers & kite-surfers!
Cape Point National Park – Located at the very tip of the Cape Peninsula, the park is a declared World Heritage site, as part of the diverse Cape Floral region. The nature reserve boasts some game and wildlife as well as many hiking trails. Take a picnic basket along. Please be aware of the baboons in the park.
Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town – A spectacular experience to see the African penguins. You can go into the actual park at a fee, or walk Willis Walk for free, which takes you from the one entrance to the other. You will see penguins along this walk. Not only is the view stunning, the beaches wide and beautiful, and the Penguins super cute to spy on, there are plenty of little restaurants and shops to enjoy nearby too.
Scratch Patch Mineral World and Cave golf – Experience the amazing beauty and variety of gemstones is an absolute must for visitors to Cape town. 021 786 2020 / www.scratchpatch.co.za
Harbour Bay Mall – Great little mall to do groceries and get odds and ends. There are a few eateries, a pharmacy and 2 grocery outlets: Pick ‘n Pay and Woolworths for fresh produce and meat.
Simon’s Town Boat Company – Get out on the water to get up close and personal with our whales and other marine life. Truly remarkable experience being out on the sea. 083 257 7760 /www.boatcompany.co.za
Kayak Cape Town (Simon’s Town) – embark on a 2 hour long kayak trip around Simon’s town to experience it’s grand coastline. During the tour, you can see marine life and visit the penguins at Boulders beach. 082 497 8797 www.kayakadventures.capetown/simons-town-kayaking
DIY Walking tour – This is a 2.1km walking tour. It takes an average of 40 mins to complete. Stroll along the Historic Mile and listen to stories about the navies past and present, Admiralty House, cannons, Jubilee Square, and a dog who was buried with full military honours and whose bronze image is the only statue in Simon’s Town. https://voicemap.me/tour/cape-town/simon-s-town
Hakuna Matuktuk -a one-of-a-kind tuk tuk charter service based in Simon’s Town, to experience a scenic adventure across the Southern Peninsula. The tuk tuk comes complete with uncapped wi-fi, so you can stay connected while you explore the breathtaking surroundings. www.hakunamatuktuk.co.za
Admiral’s Waterfall – A serene three kilometer hike leading to a tranquil waterfall nestled in a ravine. It’s a peaceful spot for reflection and photography.
Windmill Beach – A secluded beach with clear waters and boulders, perfect for a quiet retreat or capturing the natural landscape.
Jubilee Square and Jetty – A picturesque waterfront area with historical significance, ideal for leisurely walks and capturing the essence of the town.
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