Clifton Travel Guide
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
One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.
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.
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
8-Hour Tour in Table Mountain Penguins and Cape of Good Hope
Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Penguins Day Tour from Cape Town
Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour
Cape of Good Hope Cape Point and Penguins Private Tour Cape Town
Half-Day Tour to Robben Island with Reserved Tickets.
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
Top hotels in Clifton
Taj Cape Town
Excellent staff. Very friendly. Very warm. The balcony door didn’t lock and the chain lock on main door was missing. One of the drawers in the bathroom was also off its track.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
Great hotel for an overnight at CPT airport, clean nice rooms and great staff
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Breakfast was amazing and staff so helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Very impressed with all aspects of the hotel. The staff were amazing and friendly. The cafe and the Yu downstairs were a great amenity to have. Suggestion to put electrical adaptors on at least 4 the outlets throughout the rooms. We had international adaptors but we still needed the main one.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was a great selection. This hotel was very nice and I’m glad we stayed.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Sky Cape Town
good Breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Apr 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 Sea Point Pavillion or Sea Point Promenade 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.
