Hout Bay harbour at sunset
Hout Bay

Our Favourite Places in Hout Bay

A Local Guide

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!

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Activities

Hout Bay Market

Open Friday 5pm–9pm, and Saturday & Sunday 9am–4pm. Best time to go is Friday evening, for great live music from 7pm–9pm.

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Chapman's Peak Drive

Amazing views for sunset!!

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Hop-on Hop-off Bus

An easy way to see Hout Bay and the greater Cape Town area at your own pace.

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Mariners Wharf

Enjoy a tasty seafood meal — a must for every visitor to Mariners Wharf.

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Wine Tasting

Beau Constantia

A wine farm with an amazing view.

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Groot Constantia

Africa's first wine farm.

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Cape Point Vineyards

⭐ A Must

A world class winery by the sea.

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High Constantia

A boutique wine farm with a warm, personal tasting experience in the heart of the valley.

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Constantia Glen

A picturesque estate at the top of the valley, known for its elegant Bordeaux-style blends.

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Activities with Kids

Hout Bay Seal Island Cruise

A short boat cruise out to Duiker Island to see the resident seal colony up close.

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World of Birds

Wildlife sanctuary and monkey park.

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Bars & Cafes

Dunes

A cafe at the beach, perfect for a glass of wine.

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Hout Bay Coffee

Take away or sit down. Amazing coffee roasted in house, homemade cakes and a relaxing setting.

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Delish Bistro

Cute cafe moments away from the ocean.

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Chapman's Peak Hotel Bar

Great bar in an amazing location for sunsets. It also has one of Cape Town's best wine lists!

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Beach Bar

A no-frills bar at a great location, right by the ocean.

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Restaurants

Dunes

Great food, great location.

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Souvla Stix

⭐ Best Greek Food

The best Greek food in Hout Bay! The house special octopus, as well as the chicken wing souvla, are a must.

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Mexicola Locale

A cool Mexican restaurant with a cozy outside area.

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Foxcroft

An intimate, contemporary restaurant in Constantia known for beautifully plated seasonal tasting menus.

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La Colombe

⭐ A Must

One of South Africa's most celebrated fine dining restaurants, set on the Silvermist estate with sweeping mountain views.

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Chapman's Peak Hotel

Known for its great calamari and one of Cape Town's best wine menus, with amazing views to match.

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Cellars-Hohenort

An elegant Constantia estate hotel with beautiful garden dining, spanning everything from relaxed Cape Malay fare to fine dining.

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