What to do and see in Cape Town, Western Cape: The Best Mountains

March 12, 2022 Velvet Mowry

From flat-topped Table Mountain down to the blue waters of Table Bay, Cape Town is simply stunning, but the city doesn't thrive by its looks alone. Proudly multicultural, its flourishing arts, dining, and nightlife scenes are proof of this modern metropolis' creativity and innovative spirit.
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1. Table Mountain

Table Mountain National Park 8001 South Africa +27 (0)21 712 7471 [email protected] http://www.sanparks.org/parks/table_mountain/tourism/attractions.php#tablemountain
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5.0 based on 18,347 reviews

Table Mountain

The mountain in the middle of Cape Town offers many hikes and magnificent views in all directions.

Reviewed By paul19602013 - Brighton, United Kingdom

One of the highlights of our trip with amazing views over the city and further a field.Some choose the option to hike which takes 2 hours to do but we opted for the cable car. Be aware of the cloud so dont leave the visit to the end of the holiday in case its cloudy. Once at the top apart from the amazing views there is plenty to do including hiking trails, free walking tours , restaurant, waterworks and you can even abseil down the mountain.A must visit place if in Cape town.

2. Chapman's Peak

Hout Bay South Africa
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5.0 based on 49 reviews

Chapman's Peak

Reviewed By AllanBeadle - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

Travelling to Cape Point or the environs this route is a must. For 50 rand the views are incredible as the road twists and turns along the mountain edge.

3. Twelve Apostles

Cape Town Central South Africa +27 21 437 9000 http://12apostleshotel.com
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4.5 based on 1,080 reviews

Twelve Apostles

The Twelve Apostles is a range of mountain peaks that runs along the Cape Peninsula south of Cape Town. They form the backdrop of a scenic drive along the coast.

Reviewed By Adam_James88 - Cardiff, United Kingdom

We chose this hotel as it was out of Cape Town but close enough to visit the V&A and Camps bay (the hotel provided a free shuttle). From start to fishing everything was first class and the hotel catered well for all of its guests. Stunning coastal views from the pool and leopard bar, as well as great views of the 12 Apostles from the many walking trails and picnic spots around the hotel. Food and drink were reasonable priced be sure to eat at all the restaurants the conservatory was our favourite. The staff really made our visit, nothing was to much trouble, for example we were provided with a breakfast box when we missed breakfast due to our Table Mountain morning hike. Overall a great 5 start traditional hotel. I would thoroughly recommend.

4. Lion's Head

Signal Hill Road, Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa +27 81 762 5551 [email protected] http://www.hikecapetown.net/tours/lions-head-hike
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4.5 based on 4,305 reviews

Lion's Head

Lion's Head in Cape Town is a peak situated at 669 meters above sea level. The hike up Lions Head takes approximately 90 minutes at a moderate pace. Lions Head trail is steep but do-able, while the 5.5km trail packs a punch (Both ways). The views from Lions head are amazing. Take a look around you and see the beauty. Lions Head hike is the preferred route for mountain enthusiasts, the easiest of the routes in Cape Town.

Reviewed By Totravelistobealive - Taastrup, Denmark

Although lesser in height than Table Mountain, it offers a great hike to the top, and unsurpassed views over the city, the bay and Robben Island. If you have the time and energy, you should definitely try to scale it.

5. Signal Hill

Cape Town Central 8001 South Africa +27 80 000 4424 http://www.sanparks.org/parks/table_mountain/tourism/attractions.php#signalhill
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4.5 based on 3,856 reviews

Signal Hill

Signal Hill is so named because it was a site for flying flags to communicate weather conditions, thus providing opportune vistas of spectacular views.

Reviewed By craiglS6762DT

Staying in Cape Town, there are a few hikes and signal hill is a must, it's not hard at all. I started the hike at the Noon Gun, from there walk up to Signal Hill and watch the paraguilding, there are a few shops that sell water and ice creams as well. From there you have two choices hike back to Noon Gun or hike towards Lions Head and Table Mountain, just depends where you have your car parked. I took the bus so I continued on towards Lions Head and got the bus from there.

6. Devil's Peak

Cape Town Central South Africa
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4.5 based on 89 reviews

Devil's Peak

7. Sir Lowry's Pass

N 2 Vicino a Cape Town, 7130 South Africa
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Sir Lowry's Pass

E ' un belvedere sulla N2 e guarda False Bay

Reviewed By BrendaWilliams_12 - Cape Town Central, South Africa

My son drove and for once I could enjoy the view. Although we were going towards Elgin, the Landrover is a high vehicle and it allowed me to be able to still enjoy the view towards False Bay. It is always a pleasure to drive this dual carriageway and on a Monday afternoon there wasn't much traffic.

8. Fish Hoek Mountain

Kommetjie Road, Fish Hoek South Africa http://Capetown.travel
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Fish Hoek Mountain

9. Table Mountain

Table Mountain National Park South Africa
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

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