Living in or staying in Camps Bay, Cape Town

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the address reports here.

About Camps Bay

A scenic beachfront suburb beneath the Twelve Apostles, with upscale villas, apartment buildings, palm-lined streets, a busy promenade, restaurants, bars, and a popular sandy beach. The atmosphere is relaxed by day and lively around the beachfront in the evening, especially during summer.

Good for

• luxury travelers
• beach lovers
• couples
• foodies
• first-time visitors

Less suited to

• budget travelers
• quiet seekers
• public transport users
• drivers

Watch out for

• Use normal city precautions after dark and stay on well-lit, busier streets.
• Keep phones and valuables out of sight near the beach and promenade.
• The beachfront becomes crowded and louder during summer and festive periods.
• Arrange transport for late-night journeys rather than relying on walking through quieter streets.

Sources

• Camps Bay
• Camps Bay - Cape Town Neighbourhood
• Camps Bay Beach in Cape Town: A Guide to the City’s Favourite Beach
• Camps Bay
• Census 2011: Sub Place: Camps Bay

Local picks

Food & drink

• Bilboa

  Mediterranean · Enjoy Mediterranean dishes and seafood with views across Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

• Codfather Seafood & Sushi

  Seafood · Choose fresh seafood by weight or order sushi in a relaxed Camps Bay setting.

• Paranga

  Seafood · Dine beside the beach on seafood, sushi, grilled dishes and seasonal plates.

• Zenzero

  Italian · Pair Italian-inspired cooking with sunset views over the beach and ocean.

• The Hussar Grill Camps Bay

  Steakhouse · Order aged steaks and classic grill dishes in a comfortable, established restaurant.

• Café Caprice

  International · Relax over café-style food and drinks while watching Camps Bay’s lively beachfront.

• Dizzy's Cafe

  Choose casual food and drinks near the beach in a relaxed local setting.

• Hard Rock Cafe Cape Town

  Stop for familiar comfort food, desserts and drinks along the Camps Bay strip.

Sights & things to do

• Camps Bay Beach

  Relax on broad white sands with views of the Atlantic Ocean, Lion’s Head and the Twelve Apostles.

• Glen Beach

  Visit this smaller, more sheltered beach just south of Camps Bay’s main beachfront.

• Bakoven Beach

  Discover a picturesque cove surrounded by boulders and clear Atlantic water.

• Camps Bay Tidal Pool

  Swim in seawater with mountain and ocean views while avoiding stronger open-water conditions.

• Theatre on the Bay

  Catch a varied programme of theatre, comedy and live performances close to Victoria Road.

• Camps Bay Promenade

  Stroll beside the palm-lined beach for ocean views, shops, cafés and people-watching.

• Sunset at Camps Bay Beach

  Watch the sun set over the Atlantic from the sand or a beachfront terrace.

• Swimming at Camps Bay Beach

  Take a refreshing swim in the Atlantic, checking local conditions before entering the water.

• Camps Bay Promenade walk

  Walk the beachfront strip for mountain scenery, ocean air and lively evening atmosphere.

• Beach volleyball at Camps Bay Beach

  Join or watch casual games on the sand while enjoying the beach and mountain backdrop.

• Explore Victoria Road

  Browse boutiques, restaurants, bars and cafés along Camps Bay’s main coastal road.

• Live performance at Theatre on the Bay

  Spend an evening with a theatre, comedy or music performance in the neighbourhood.