Location: Simon's Town
Top Things to do in Simon's Town
What to do and see in Simon's Town, Western Cape: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Simon's Town (Afrikaans: Simonstad), sometimes spelled Simonstown, is a town near Cape Town, South Africa, which is home to the South African Navy. It is located on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula. For more than two centuries it has been a naval base and harbour (first for the Royal Navy and now the South African Navy). The town is named after Simon van der Stel, an early governor of the Cape Colony.
Restaurants in Simon's Town
1. Cape Boat Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
We specialize in action-packed Inshore and Offshore Fishing Charters in and around Cape Point, South Africa! With over 20 years of sea-going experience, Cape Boat Charters specializes in action packed Deep Sea Fishing and Scenic Eco-Charters off Cape Point. We are perfectly situated in the calmer waters of False Bay, a mere half hour boat ride away from Cape Point, where most of our game fish are caught. We strongly encourage the practice of "catch and release" and try our best to be Eco-friendly in all aspects of our operation! Our goal is to ensure a safe and unique experience at sea for all our guests! Our perfect location allows for quick and easy access to some of the most pristine fishing grounds in the world!
2. Foxy Beach
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4.5 based on 81 reviews
Though enticing for its fine white sand and clear blue surf, there’s no swimming at this beach—at least not for humans. Foxy Beach is strictly reserved for African penguins.
3. Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
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4.5 based on 8,291 reviews
The sheltered inlet of Boulders Beach is located in the Cape peninsula near Simon's Town. Here exists a protected colony of African penguins which can be viewed in their natural habitat via wooden walkways. There is also an excellent beach for swimming nearby.
Reviewed By NazleeM_13 - Haverhill, United Kingdom
This protected beach is one of the main tourist attraction in Cape Town. A few minutes walk from the main Simon’s Town, you can watch and take photo of these cute creatures in their natural habitat. In a windy day, the beach sands can be very uncomfortable to your eyes and hair though!
4. SAS Assegaai Museum
5. Simon's Town Boat Company
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4.5 based on 68 reviews
The most established & professional marine tour company in Simon's Town. Licensed boat based whale watching, the "real" Seal Island and Cape Point boat trips. Daily departures from our private marina at 10h30 & 14h00. Booking essential
6. South African Naval Museum
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4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By gweru
Most impressive. A fascinating insight into both the naval and social history of South Africa. Exhibits range from the days of Nelson right up until the present. You can easily while away 2 to three hours here. And it’s free! All they ask is for a donation. The staff we met were exceptionally knowledgeable helpful and professional. Can’t rate this place highly enough.
7. Scratch Patch & Mineral World
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4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By RosemaryAnneR1 - Glencairn, South Africa
Really a fab place to visit when you come from overseas beautiful jewelry to choose from and a stone pit that you can pick up and choose your own precious stones to take back home...you can also marvel at how a rock could have such beauty it's amazing...recommended.
8. Jubilee Square & Jetty, Simon's Town
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
Historic Square and Jetty in the heart of Simon's Town with many interesting exhibits, including the statue of Just Nuisance. Also the departure point for Whale watching and Shark diving within False Bay. This attraction offers something for everyone.
Reviewed By c0lestar
Just sitting there on a bench and looking at the view is amazing. I never go to Simonstown without going to Jubilee Square and Jetty and spend some time there. It is absolutely beautiful. The view from there is amazing.
9. Warrior Toy Museum
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4.0 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By JanineVDP - Somerset West, South Africa
Percy is a dear soul who is living his passion. He opened this store more than 30 years ago with his own collection of toys. He also sells model cars at some of the best prices you'll find in the country. Having lost his wife, and being so dedicated about the store, the entry price is nothing to pay as it's how he keeps the doors open to this special place. He is very shy, but once you get him talking, you could listen to him for hours May God bless his soul, and keep the doors of the toy museum open for many more years.
10. Just Nuisance
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4.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By axelsL1196YB - Lillehammer, Norway
This Grand Danois is still widely know over Africa and other parts of the world. The life of this dog was very special - and yes, there is a lovely story about this dog. He, Just Nuisance became the first and only canine Royal Navy member in history! What was the reason? - Well, you have to google it - and you will find a lovely story, why this dog ,in 1939, only two years old enjoyed the Royal Navy for the rest of his live. - Simon’s Town has a rich naval history, which stretches back more than two hundred years. Although now home to the South African Navy, in those days the Naval Base fell under the command of the British rule and the Royal Navy and was the largest naval base on the entire African continent. (we have been there some years ago)
