Hout Bay is one of our favourite corners of Cape Town — a working harbour, mountain views, wine estates and a laid-back village feel all in one place. Here are our personal favourites for activities, wine tasting, family outings, bars, cafes and restaurants.
We hope you enjoy exploring Hout Bay as much as we do!
Open Friday 5pm–9pm, and Saturday & Sunday 9am–4pm. Best time to go is Friday evening, for great live music from 7pm–9pm.
Visit Website →An easy way to see Hout Bay and the greater Cape Town area at your own pace.
Visit Website →Enjoy a tasty seafood meal — a must for every visitor to Mariners Wharf.
Visit Website →A boutique wine farm with a warm, personal tasting experience in the heart of the valley.
Visit Website →A picturesque estate at the top of the valley, known for its elegant Bordeaux-style blends.
Visit Website →A short boat cruise out to Duiker Island to see the resident seal colony up close.
Visit Website →Take away or sit down. Amazing coffee roasted in house, homemade cakes and a relaxing setting.
Visit Website →Great bar in an amazing location for sunsets. It also has one of Cape Town's best wine lists!
Visit Website →The best Greek food in Hout Bay! The house special octopus, as well as the chicken wing souvla, are a must.
Visit Website →An intimate, contemporary restaurant in Constantia known for beautifully plated seasonal tasting menus.
Visit Website →One of South Africa's most celebrated fine dining restaurants, set on the Silvermist estate with sweeping mountain views.
Visit Website →Known for its great calamari and one of Cape Town's best wine menus, with amazing views to match.
Visit Website →An elegant Constantia estate hotel with beautiful garden dining, spanning everything from relaxed Cape Malay fare to fine dining.
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