Scarborough
Cape Town
Visit Scarborough
Popular places to visit
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.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Table Mountain
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Things to do
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
Cape Point Tour, Penguins, v Signal Hill & Coalstal drive. Wifi
From Cape Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Seal Watching Tour
Top hotels in Scarborough
Taj Cape Town
Excellent room and breakfast. Friendly staff and a beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK
Good
Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Friendly staff. Convenient location
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
President Hotel
The staff was wonderful and the room was quite comfortable. It's a lovely property on a wonderful location.
Reviewed on 12 Dec, 2025
ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
Thank you! Quiet place, clean room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
The Tropicana Hotel
Room was very clean Pictures are current Staff was very helpful and polite
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Scarborough
Simon's Town
Seaside views and waterfront views are highlights of Simon's Town. Make a stop by Boulders Beach or Table Mountain National Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Simonstown Station to get around town.
Hout Bay
Seafood restaurants, seaside views and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hout Bay. Make a stop by Llandudno Beach or Hout Bay Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Clifton
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Clifton. You might want to make time for a stop at Clifton Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park.
