The train slows and stops before your eyes are ready to leave the majestic ocean, you have reached the final stop – Simons Town. A walk along the harbour’s pier to the lighthouse is lovely whether it’s raining or shining. The harbour sells fresh fish brought in on a daily basis. With the aroma of rich espresso emanating from the many coffee shops mingled with the incense burning in others combined with the shades of sunlight in the hours just before it sets.Īsk people about Kalk Bay and the adjectives fly picturesque quaint vibrant gypsy to name a few. Tucked out of the way of the often vicious South Easterly wind and nestled at the foot of the mountain, it is a truly magnificent place. The seaside fishing village of Kalk Bay is a must-see. This is a great beach for moms and their kids to catch some sun and enjoy the ocean.
St James has many stairways leading up the mountain to Boyes Drive a road that lends a stunning perspective to your trip along the coast. The next stop along is the seaside St James, here you will be able to swim in the sea-pool and sunbathe on the beach in front of the famous colourful beach huts.
There are also lifeguards on duty and shark spotters who look out for any sharks swimming anywhere near to shore. The waves are great for surfing, body boarding and swimming. With sites such as Rhodes Cottage, seaside home of Cecil John Rhodes, the site of The Battle of Muizenberg and Het Posthuys (The Post House)– one the oldest buildings in South Africa which was built by the Dutch East India Company. Renowned for its long beach and friendly waves Muizenberg has a long history that history buffs will find fascinating. In the summer months a steam train runs on Sundays which is loads of fun for the family and train enthusiasts – prices can be a little steep in comparison at R220 for adults and R150 for kids aged (3-12) But this may prove a once in a lifetime experience as the coaches date from 1922 -1938 and even has a lounge car with a cash bar.įor those of you who prefer to take their time and meander along the coast, I suggest stopping at Muizenberg, St James, Kalk Bay and Simons Town. They are cheap and have stations at the heart of every suburb you wish to explore. If you are coming from the CBD then head towards Cape Town Central and book a ticket along the Simons Town line. There are a few ways to explore this: rent a car, a scooter, and bicycle or use the Metrorail train which runs along the coast. The strip of land hugging the coastline between the shores of Muizenberg to Simons Town is some of the most visually beautiful land in Cape Town.
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