Camps Bay, Cape Town

Name: Camps Bay
Address: Cape Town, South Africa

#70 among attractions in Cape Town

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Camps Bay is an affluent suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, and the small bay on the west coast of the Cape Peninsula after which it is named. In summer it attracts many South African and foreign visitors. ()

Local name: Kampsbaai Area: 0.65 mi²Coordinates: 33°57'0"S, 18°22'60"E

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Camps BayCape Town South Africa

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Camps Bay – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Table Mountain, Lion's Head, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Theatre on the Bay.

1.4 miSE
Natural attraction, Cliff
Table Mountain, Table Mountain National Park
35 min walk • Table Mountain, a prominent landmark towering over the city of Cape Town, South Africa, is a natural wonder that has captivated visitors for centuries. This flat-topped mountain is not only a significant tourist attraction but also a symbol of the city, often featured...
1.1 miN
Prominent mountain overlooking the city
Lion's Head, Table Mountain National Park
28 min walk • Lion's Head is a mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, between Table Mountain and Signal Hill. Lion's Head peaks at 669 metres above sea level.
1.2 miE
Aerial tramway
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, Cape Town
30 min walk • Rising majestically above the vibrant city of Cape Town, the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway offers a unique perspective of this breathtaking corner of South Africa. This aerial tramway, first opened to the public in 1929, has since become an iconic feature of the...
0.5 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Theatre on the Bay, Cape Town
13 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque suburb of Camps Bay, Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town, South Africa, is a beacon of culture and entertainment. This intimate venue, with its exceptional location overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the iconic Table Mountain, offers a diverse...
0.7 miNW
Area
Clifton, Cape Town
19 min walk • Clifton is an affluent suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. It is an exclusive residential area and is home to the most expensive real estate in South Africa, with dwellings nestled on cliffs that have sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean.
1.2 miN
Beach
Beaches of Cape Town, Cape Town
32 min walk • The Cape Metropole has a wide variety of beaches divided into three regions by the Cape Peninsula: False Bay, including the long sandy beach running from Gordon's Bay to Muizenberg, and the smaller beaches along the East side of the Cape Peninsula Atlantic Seaboard, along the...
~1410 ftW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Café Caprice, Cape Town
7 min walk • Café Caprice is a well known beach bar and restaurant located on Camps Bay Beach in Camps Bay, Cape Town, South Africa overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The café is noted for its cocktails and for the celebrities that frequent it. Notable South African rugby player and restaurateur, James Small, was an owner of the club.
~1970 ftNW
Surfing
Glen Beach, Cape Town
10 min walk • Glen Beach is located north of Camps Bay Beach in Cape Town, South Africa. The two beaches are divided by a rock outcrop that extends from the land to the shore-line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Camps Bay?

Nearby attractions include Glen Beach, Cape Town (10 min walk), Theatre on the Bay, Cape Town (13 min walk), Clifton, Cape Town (19 min walk).

How to get to Camps Bay by public transport?

The nearest stations to Camps Bay:

Bus

Glen Beach • Lines: 109 (8 min walk)
Camps Bay • Lines: 109, Red Line (9 min walk)