Higgovale Travel Guide
Cape Town
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
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.
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.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Boulders Beach
Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.
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
Ultimate Jeep 4x4 sandboarding tours cape town Atlantis Dunes
WILDX Atlantis QUAD BIKE ADVENTURE + PHOTO OPS CAPE TOWN
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
Top hotels in Higgovale
Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
Polite staff and clean room.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa
The staff were responsive and courteous.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Sky Cape Town
Very clean and restaurant is the best! Great location and closer to cruise terminal and shopping! Staff is great and friendly! I’ll be back!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront
Great staff, clean rooms, excellent buffet
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
ONOMO Hotel Waterfront
We found everything well organised staff were super friendly the use of being able to leave luggage was also a benefit. There is nothing that I could think of that was not catered also accessibility of the waterfront
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Taj Cape Town
Spotless room, great service, food and spa top notch
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higgovale
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.
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.
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Kloof Street while you're exploring the area.
Fresnaye
Unique features of Fresnaye include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Table Mountain National Park or Cape Floral Region Protected Areas while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
