Things to do in and around Simon’s Town
Stay longer and experience so much more…
Whether it is adventure or relaxation you seek, Simon’s Town offers it all! Within easy driving distance of the Cape Winelands and the unspoilt West Coast, Simon´s Town is one of South Africa´s favourite holiday destinations.
Stroll down cobbled streets to explore our Victorian village boasting beautiful historical buildings, antique shops and museums. Or relax with a glass of wine in one of the restaurants at our waterfront, whilst enjoying authentic African music. Mariner Guesthouse is within walking distance of both Seaforth and Boulders beaches where swimming & sun bathing is popular, and where a boardwalk runs through the African Penguin nesting area.
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Restaurants in Simon´s Town
For a comprehensive guide on restaurants in Simon’s Town, please visit www.dining-out.co.za and www.eatout.co.za
One Three Six Restaurant
The exciting tastes of European, Mediterranean and African cuisine in our quant Simon’s Town Restaurant.
Tel: 021 786 1091
www.onethreesix.co.za/
Bertha’s
at the Simon’s Town Waterfront, good menu selection, relaxed atmosphere.
Tel: 021 786 2138
www.berthas.co.za
Black Marlin
at Miller’s Point, more upmarket, stunning views, excellent food.
Tel: 021 786 1621
www.blackmarlin.co.za
Café Pescado
very charming Italian-style restaurant – a local favourite.
Tel: 021 786 2272
www.pescados.co.za
Seaforth Restaurant
At the beach overlooking the ocean, informal and relaxed.
Tel: 021 786 4810
www.seaforthrestaurant.co.za
Boulders Beach Restaurant
Boulders Beach Restaurant Simons Town is also renowned for its magnificent sea views and the African Penguins.
Tel : 021 786 1758
www.bouldersbeachlodge.comThe Meeting Place
a small, intimate restaurant with lovely ambience.
Tel: 021 786 5678
www.themeetingplaceupstairs.co.za
Lighthouse Café
fantastic food, great atmosphere, intimate setting.
Tel: 021 786 9000
www.thelighthousecafe.co.za
Closed Mon/Tue
Saveur
really good food, service outstanding, lovely views, very popular new restaurant.
Tel: 021 786 1919
www.saveur.co.za
Closed on Sun/Mon nightsIn Kalk Bay
Harbour House
on the rocks at the harbour, very popular, outstanding food, upmarket.
Tel: 021 788 4133
www.harbourhouse.co.za
advance booking advisedLive Bait
the rocks at the harbour, more informal, good food, stunning setting.
Tel: 021 788 5755
www.harbourhouse.co.za/livebait
Cape to Cuba
Cuban food,& drinks & music, beach bar, lots of character & atmosphere.
Tel: 021 7881566
www.capetocuba.com
La Parada
Authentic traditional Spanish tapas bar with good wine selection, fantastic vibe
and décor!Tel: 021 788 3992 Kommetjie / Noordhoek area
Blue Water Cafè @ Imhoff Farm
gourmet menu & pizzas, very good wine list, lovely views.
Tel: 021 783 2007
www.imhofffarm.co.za
The Food Barn at Noordhoek Farm Village
French Chef, creative gourmet food, outstanding wine list.
Tel: 021 789 1390
www.thefoodbarn.co.za
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Sea Kayak Trips
Kayak Cape Town
Tel: 082 501 8930
www.kayakcapetown.co.za
Kite Surfing
Surf Store Africa
Tel: +27 21 788 5055
www.surfstore.co.za
African Shard Eco Charters
ASEC
Tel: +27 (082) 838 2309
www.ultimate-animals.com
Surfing
Learn to Surf
Tel: +27 (0) 83 414 0567
www.learn2surf.co.za
Boat Trips
Boat Company
Tel: + 27 (0)83 257 7760
www.boatcompany.co.za
Deep Sea Fishing
Cape Boat Charters
Tel: +27 83 544 6748
www.capetownfishingtrips.co.za
Pelagic Birding
Avian Leisure
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Family Fun
Imhoff Farm
Tel: 021 783 4545
www.imhofffarm.co.za
Hiking
Hike Cape Town
Tel: +27 (0)21 434 0517
www.hikecapetown.co.za
Biking
Cycle the Cape
Tel: +27 (0)21 782 7374
www.cyclethecape.com
Golf, Sport Facilities
Clovelly Country Club
Tel: +27 21 784 2111
www.clovelly.co.za
Golf
Simons Town Golf Club
Tel: +27 (21) 786 1233
www.simonstowncountryclub.com
Kalk Bay
The Majestic Spa
Tel: 021 788 3625
www.themajesticspa.co.za
Home Made Pottery
The Clay Cafe
Tel: (021) 790 3318
www.claycafe.co.za
Wine Tasting
Cape Point Vineyards
Tel: +27 (21) 789 0900
www.cpv.co.za
Muizenberg
Blokart
Tel: 083 658 8583
www.blokartcapetown.co.za
Museums
Simons Town
Tel: 021 786-3384
www.simonstown.org/museums%20to%20visit.html
Paintball & Lasertag
Action Paintball Area 51
Tel: 021 790 7603
www.actionpursuit.co.za
Cottage Club
The Original Folk Venue
Tel: 021 785 5052
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Kommetjie
Imhoff Farm
Tel: 021 783 4545
www.imhofffarm.co.za
Hout Bay
Monkey Jungle
Tel: +27 021 790 2730
www.worldofbirds.org.za/mammals.php
Kids
Beaches for Kids
www.marinerguesthouse.co.za/category/latest-news/page/9 
Simons Town
Scratch Patch
Tel: +27 (021) 786-2020
www.scratchpatch.co.za
Ostriches
Cape Point Ostrich
Tel: +27 (0) 21 780 9294
www.capepointostrichfarm.com
Cape of Good Hope
Cape Point Nature
Tel: +27 21 780 9010
www.capepoint.co.za
Planet Kids
Tel: (021) 788 3070
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Cape to Point Tours
Cape to Point Private Tours specialises in custom designed travels for small groups to enhance past experience and surpass new expectations. Contact Anna-Marie to book your tour today.
Tel: 083 274 5073
www.capetopoint.com/
Scenic & Photo Tours
Cape Photographic
Tel: 082 853 9939
www.capephotoco.co.za
Township Tours
Tel: +27 083 492 1414
www.masiphumeleletownship.wordpress.com/guided-tour
Big 5 Safari & Marine
Epic Africa Travel
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Cape Point
Buffels Bay & Bordjiesdrif
Silvermine Nature Reserve
Tel: +27 083 492 1414 
Noordhoek Common
Cape Point Vineyards
Tel: 021 789 0900 -
www.marieprinsloo.co.za
Hair & Makeup
Fringe Vintage Salon
Tel: 021 786 4282
www.fringehair.co.za
Longbeach Mall
Tel: +27 (0) 21 785 5955
www.longbeachmall.co.za
Handmade Original Silver Design
Trezo Jewellery
Tel: +27 079 211 9385 
Artist
Marie Prinsloo
Email: dieprinsloos@gmail.com Harbour Bay Shopping Centre
Located just 4km from Mariner Guesthouse, this Centre has 35 stores ranging from upmarket eateries to premium convenience stores including Woolworths, Pick ‘n Pay and Clicks.
OneThreeSix Restaurant
The menu influenced by the exciting tastes of European, Mediterranean and African cuisine, this restaurant is becoming known for good food by Simon’s Town locals and tourists alike. One Three Six’s menu showcases favorites including tapas, salads, steaks, seafood, and a variety of other meals, all crafted using only the finest and freshest free-range ingredients. Watch out for their daily specials, especially Wednesday Curry Night and Sunday Lunch Roast.
Opening Hours: Closed Tuesdays, Monday – Friday 11am – 10pm. Saturday 9am – 10pm, Sunday 9am – 5.00pm
136 Restaurant, Harbour Bay Centre, Cnr Dido Valley and Main Road, Simon’s Town 021 180 4776 
Cattle Baron
The new Cattle Baron which opened in September 2018 boasts picturesque views of False Bay, Simonstown harbour and the Overberg mountains in the distance. Now you can enjoy signature steaks like the flaming Chateaubriand or popular Pepper Fillet Madagascar in this exquisite setting. Renowned for their mouth-watering steaks – the secret of their success lies in the preparation and maturation of the meat. Perfectly-aged grain fed beef is wet-aged ensuring steaks are consistently juicy, tender and full of flavour.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am – 10pm
Cattle Baron, Harbour Bay Centre, Cnr Dido Valley and Main Road, Simon’s Town 021 612 0903 
I Love Waffles
I LOVE WAFFLES is a family friendly restaurant group specializing in homemade Belgian Waffles with other offerings such as wraps, salads and sandwiches. Sundaes & milkshakes, and all manner of hot and cold drinks. The store has a kids play areas right next to it.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 5pm
I Love Waffles, Harbour Bay Centre, Cnr Dido Valley and Main Road, Simon’s Town 021 786 9483 
Blue Door Coffee Roastery
Hand Roasted specialty coffee in the Deep South. Serve a wonderful list of coffee options as well as fresh baked cakes and pastries.
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 6:30am – 6:30pm, Saturday and Sunday 6:30am -5pm
Blue Door Coffee Roastery, Harbour Bay Centre, Cnr Dido Valley and Main Road, Simon’s Town 021 612 0101 
Sav Café
Sav Café is part of the Saveur Restaurant Group – a modern, European style restaurant, making quality food and service accessible to the local market. Open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch, with dinners from Tuesday to Saturday.
Opening Hours: Sunday and Monday 9am – 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday 9am -9pm
SAV Café, Harbour Bay Centre, Cnr Dido Valley and Main Road, Simon’s Town 021 786 9485 
The Raj
The Raj Indian Restaurant offers traditional North Indian cuisine. The food is spicy, delicious and traditional, with the menu offering a large variety of authentic Indian culinary styles such as Tikka Masala, Vindaloo, Korma & Bhoona.
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 12 – 10pm
The Raj, Harbour Bay Centre, Cnr Dido Valley and Main Road, Simon’s Town. 021 786 9484 -
Seaforth Beach
Simon’s Town
Boulders Beach
Simon’s Town
Noordhoek Beach
Noordhoek
Hout Bay Beach
Hout Bay
Muizenberg Beach
Muizenberg
St James Beach
Muizenberg
Fish Hoek Bay Beach
Fish Hoek
Glencairn Beach
Glencairn
Long Beach
Kommetjie
Scarborough Beach
Scarborough
