Cecilia Forest, Cape Town

Name: Cecilia Forest
Address: Cape Town, South Africa

#143 among attractions in Cape Town

Nature, Natural attraction, Forest

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Cecilia is a section of the Table Mountain National Park on the lower eastern slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town, located just to the south of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. It was previously used for commercial logging and known as Cecilia Forest or Cecilia Plantation, but has now been given protected status and integrated into the National Park. ()

Coordinates: 34°0'5"S, 18°24'56"E

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Cecilia Forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Cavendish Square, Woodhead Dam.

3 miN
Natural attraction, Cliff
Table Mountain, Table Mountain National Park
77 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...
1.4 miNE
Nature reserve with mountain views
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Cape Town
36 min walk • Nestled at the eastern foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is not only a verdant retreat but also a world-renowned botanical showcase of South Africa's unique flora. Established in 1913 to preserve the country's indigenous plant life...
3.1 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Cavendish Square, Cape Town
79 min walk • Cavendish Square is a premier shopping destination nestled in the heart of the leafy suburb of Claremont, Cape Town, South Africa. This upscale shopping center is a hub of retail, dining, and entertainment, offering a sophisticated shopping experience that caters...
1.8 miN
Nature, Lake, Natural attraction
Woodhead Dam, Cape Town
46 min walk • Nestled amidst the rugged beauty of Cape Town's mountainous landscape lies the serene Woodhead Dam. This historic reservoir is a testament to the city's rich engineering heritage, playing a crucial role in quenching the thirst of the local population.
2.8 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Maynardville Open-Air Theatre, Cape Town
72 min walk • The Maynardville Open-Air Theater is an outdoor theatre in Maynardville Park, Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa. It seats 720 people and is known for its annual Shakespeare in the Park plays.
1.9 miN
Museum, Science museum
Waterworks Museum, Cape Town
49 min walk • The Waterworks Museum is located on the northern side of Table Mountain, between the Woodhead and Hely-Hutchinson Reservoirs, in Cape Town, South Africa. The museum was founded in 1972 by Terence Timoney, a retired waterworks engineer.
1.9 miSE
Area
Constantia, Cape Town
50 min walk • Constantia is an affluent suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, situated about 15 kilometres south of the centre of Cape Town. It is considered to be one of the most prestigious suburbs in South Africa.
3 miE
Park, Garden
Arderne Gardens, Cape Town
77 min walk • Arderne Gardens is a public park and arboretum in Claremont, Cape Town, located in the Western Cape of South Africa. It was established by in 1845 by Ralph Henry Arderne, a timber merchant originally from Cheshire, England.
3.2 miW
Zoo
World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary and Monkey Park, Cape Town
83 min walk • World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary and Monkey Park is an avian, reptilian and wildlife sanctuary in Hout Bay, a suburb of Cape Town in South Africa. As suggested by its name, the focus is primarily on birds and monkeys. It is the largest African bird park and among the bird parks in the world with the higher number of species.
2.2 miSE
34°1'17"S • 18°26'40"E
The Constantia Village, Cape Town
56 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Tours
2.1 miS
Wine tours, Outdoor seating, Historical place
Groot Constantia, Cape Town
53 min walk • Groot Constantia is the oldest wine estate in South Africa and provincial heritage site in the suburb of Constantia in Cape Town, South Africa. "Groot" in Dutch and Afrikaans translates as "great" in English.

Cecilia Forest, Cape Town

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Cecilia Forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)