Clifton
Cape Town





Popular places to visit

Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.

Clifton 2nd Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clifton 2nd Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its spas.

Clifton 1st Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clifton 1st Beach during your trip to Cape Town? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas while you're in the area.

Table Mountain
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.

Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.

Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Things to do

Cape Town: Heart of Cape Town Medical Museum Entrance Ticket

Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour

Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour

Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience

Cape Town 90 minute Sunset Cruise with The Spirit of Victoria
Top hotels in Clifton

Taj Cape Town
"Great service and views"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
"Shuttle worked really"
Reviewed on 19 May, 2026

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
"Staff really helpful all round and a plain but well priced stop overnight for the airport!"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026

Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
"All ok"
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
"I missed seeing complementary water bottles in the room"
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026

The Trade Boutique Hotel
"The property looks clean however the elevator smells."
Reviewed on 15 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton

Bantry Bay
Bantry Bay is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Sea Point Promenade and Table Mountain National Park while in the area.

Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.

Sea Point
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Sea Point. A stop by Milton Beach or Sea Point Pavillion might round out your trip.

Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.

Bakoven
Bakoven is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Table Mountain National Park, a top place to visit in the area.

