City: Western Cape
Top Things to do in Western Cape
What to do and see in Western Cape, South Africa: The Best Mountains
South Africa’s most popular tourist destination offers the urban thrills of Cape Town, its adjacent wine country and an aura of the rich political history of South Africa. The Overberg's perfect whale-watching perches provide excitement of a different nature. The Garden Route's lakes and forests and the Klein Karoo's ostrich-farming towns and vineyards present another take on the Cape. For extra kicks, try bungee jumping or cage-diving among Great Whites.
Restaurants in Western Cape
1. Table Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18,347 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
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. Cogmanskloof Hiking Trail
4. Cedarberg Mountains
5. Twelve Apostles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,080 reviews
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.
6. Redford Lane Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
7. Lion's Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,305 reviews
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.
8. Signal Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,856 reviews
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.
9. Devil's Peak
10. Pakhuis Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By GeorgeL3125
Very scenic drive with magnificent outlook. We drove in the middle of the flower season in spring. There were a few spots where you could park and admire the scenery. Great Rock formations.
