Clifton

Clifton beach

Senior friendly
8.6
 / 10 Excellent
#1 out of 121
in Western Cape

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+19 oC +17 oC
Air temperature
6.8 M/S
Wind
+16 oC
Water temperature
2.5 M
Wave height

Cape Town, Western Cape,

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Key features

Beach overall scores

Water
Very good
7.9/10
Cover
Pleasant
6.2/10
Cleanliness
Good
6.5/10
Amenities
Poor
2.7/10
Booking.com
"This beach is absolutely gorgeous and well-maintained. I love attending the summer Fire Jam sessions held here every month on Clifton 2nd Beach. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak up the sun or catch some waves on a hot summer day. Definitely one of my top picks for beaches in the area. 🏖❤️"
Renamemeplz
"The beach offers an awe-inspiring sight of towering mountains, making it a picturesque destination for nature enthusiasts. Its stunning beauty is truly remarkable and a feast for the eyes."
Kieran Larkin
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Booking.com
"This beach is absolutely gorgeous and well-maintained. I love attending the summer Fire Jam sessions held here every month on Clifton 2nd Beach. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak up the sun or catch some waves on a hot summer day. Definitely one of my top picks for beaches in the area. 🏖❤️"
Renamemeplz
"The beach offers an awe-inspiring sight of towering mountains, making it a picturesque destination for nature enthusiasts. Its stunning beauty is truly remarkable and a feast for the eyes."
Kieran Larkin
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • The Bungalow 10 min walk
  • The Lawns at the Rou... 14 min walk
  • Omnia on Kloof 14 min walk
  • The 6ix 17 min walk

Attractions

  • Pipe Track Trail Run 22 min walk
  • Scootours Cape Town 24 min walk
  • Kloof Corner 2.4km
  • Route Of Bays 2.9km

Transport

  • CPT 21km
  • Glendale Flats 15 min walk
  • RCJM - Blue Train: C... 4.9km

Localities

  • Cape Town 3.8km
  • Cape Town 3.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Clifton beach?

The Clifton beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Clifton beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Clifton beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Activities available on the ground:

  • Beach volleyball

Is the Clifton beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Clifton beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Clifton beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Clifton beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Clifton beach?

Clifton beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

  • Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Clifton beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Clifton beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Bungalow is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Clifton beach?

There are 4233 places to stay in the Clifton beach area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Clifton beach from parking?

The Clifton beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Clifton beach?

There are 4 attractions near Clifton beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pipe Track Trail Run located in 1.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Clifton beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Clifton beach is February. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 16°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Clifton beach (Western Cape) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

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