Muizenberg

It is located on the southern coast of Cape Town, which makes it perfect for a stay in Cape Town that includes trips round the Cape Peninsula and the Cape Winelands.

By car

From Cape Town go south towards Simon's Town and the Cape of Good Hope on any of De Waal Drive/Blue Route freeway (the M3), Main Road (the M4) or the M5 freeway. The town is north of Simon's Town, at the point where the Cape Peninsula starts.
From Strand, Somerset West, Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands drive west on Baden Powell Drive (the R310) next to the False Bay coastline. Muizenberg begins at the traffic circle where the R310 meets the M5.

By train

MetroRail operates frequent commuter trains from Cape Town to Muizenberg. During peak hours (early morning and late afternoon, Monday to Friday) there are trains every few minutes. At other times during the week there are 3 or 4 trains per hour ; they are less frequent on Saturdays and Sundays. The journey takes about 45 minutes. There are also MetroRail trains to Muizenberg from the other direction (Simon's Town, Fish Hoek and Kalk Bay), usually 2 or 3 per hour. This journey takes about 20 minutes.
is centrally located, just metres away from the beach, on Main Rd. If heading to northern parts of the town, it might be better to alight at the anterior .

• The colorful changing rooms of Muizenberg can be found on nearly every postcard. Take some photos with you, the scenery and some of the houses.

• Rhodes Cottage Museum

  phone: +27 21 788-79140
  address: Main Rd
  The cottage was owned by Cecil John Rhodes.

• Muizenberg has a magnificent beach which is very popular (especially in summer and on weekends). It is excellent for surfing; there are many different surf schools at the beach front (also called Surfer's Corner).
• There is supertube (water slide) and a putt-putt (mini-golf) course at the beach.
• There is a scenic walkway from Muizenberg south to St James, right next to the sea.
• Kitesurfing is popular during summer on the east side near the large traffic circle (Sunrise Beach).
• Rock climbing and hiking are possible on Muizenburg Peak and the surrounding cliffs.

Surf School

• Gary's Surf School

  phone: +27 21 788 9839
  address: 34, Balmoral Building, 34 Beach Rd,
  Surf School

• Surf Emporium

  phone: +27 21 788 8687
  address: Phase 4 Empire Building Beach Rd,

• Surfshack Surfschool

  phone: +27 21 788 9286
  address: 13 York Rd

Theatre

• Masque Theatre

  phone: +27 21 788-1898
  address: 37 Main Rd

• Theatre in the Muze

  phone: +27 21 788-3334
  address: 19 Atlantic Rd

Dance

• Alive Dance Studio

  phone: +27 21 788-4823
  address: 18 Palmer Rd
  Dance lessons.

• The Melting Pot

  phone: +27 21 788-9791
  address: 15 Church St
  Social club and live music venue.

• The Academy Health & Fitness Centre

  phone: +27 21 788-8196
  address: 11 Atlantic Rd
  Pilates, yoga, aerobics, Latin American dancing, Ballroom dancing, Tai Chi, body stress release, biokineticist.

Yoga

• Sangha Spot yoga and wellness centre

  phone: +27 83 556-3756
  address: 20 Fraser rd
  A yoga and wellness centre offering Ashtanga, Sivananda, Vinyasa and Jivamukti yoga suitable for beginner and intermediate students. We also offer BSR - Body Stress Relief Therapy.

• African Institute of Mathematical Sciences

  phone: +27 21 787-9320
  address: 6-8 Melrose Rd
  Offers postgraduate studies in modern mathematical sciences.

• False Bay College

  phone: +27 21 788-8373
  address: Cinnabar Building, Main Rd
  Offers a variety of post-school courses.

• George Whitefield College

  phone: +27 21 788-1652
  address: 34 Beach Rd
  Theological training institute run by the Church of England in South Africa (CESA).

• The Corner Surf Shop

  phone: +27 21 788-1191
  address: 143 Main Rd
  Cape Town's oldest and most famous surf shop. Established in 1971 by Peter Wright and still under the same ownership. Great range of surfwear, as well as wetsuits and surfing equipment. Take a look at what is probably the world's biggest collection of surfboards made by John Whitmore - the father of South African surfing. Friendly and helpful staff.

• Rattlesnake Books, Rare Books and Africana

  phone: +27 74 924-9287
  address: 7 York Rd
  From paperbacks to rare Africana and first editions; maps; art; rebindings.

• J'adore grocery store

  phone: +27 21 709 0996
  address: 165 Main Rd
  Lovely little deli which sells many of the local market suppliers' products as well as fantastic freshly baked French bread and Truth coffee.

• Bella Pizza

  phone: +27 21 788-3032
  address: Lakeside Shopping Centre, 60 Main Rd, Lakeside

• Carla's

  phone: +27 21 788-6860
  address: 9 York Rd
  Mozambican food.

• Empire Cafe

  phone: +27 21 788-1250
  address: 11 York Rd
  Good for coffee and breakfast pastries. Lunch and dinner menu change on a daily basis.

• Gaslight Cafe

  phone: +27 21 788-6994
  address: Beachfront, Beach Rd
  On the ground floor of The Beach Lodge backpackers.

• Knead

  phone: +27 21 788-2909
  address: Beachfront, corner Clarendon & Beach Rds
  A full bakery with hot artisan breads baked on site, confectionery, coffee shop, cafe style light meals and delicious pizzas from a woodfired oven.

• Lagerchinos

  phone: +27 21 788-5599
  address: 42 Beach Rd
  Pizza, burgers, beer & playground.

• Octopus Garden

  phone: +27 21 788-5646
  address: Old Post Office Building, 53 Main Rd, St James
  Unusual menu in a bohemian setting.

• Organics Alive

  address: 42 Palmer Rd
  Organic food and coffee.

• Pizza Pronta

  phone: +27 21 788-3814
  address: 106 Main Rd
  Take-away and delivery only.

• Simply Asia

  phone: +27 21 788-2247
  address: 6 Lakeside Centre, 60 Main Road, Lakeside
  Thai food and noodle bar.

• Sostanza

  phone: +27 21 788-2411
  address: Old Bakery, corner Main & Lincoln Roads, Lakeside
  Breakfast, coffee and light meals. Excellent venue and location, just a pity that the services and menu is not of equal quality.

• The Big Blue

  phone: +27 21 788-2552
  address: Beachfront, Beach Rd
  Very casual restaurant and pub. With great food and prices.

• The Coffee Bean

  phone: +27 21 788-3641
  address: 36 Palmer Rd
  Create your own personalized blend of coffee.

• The Village Inn

  phone: +27 21 788-6642
  address: 11 Church St
  Traditional pub.

• Titanium Bistro

  phone: +27 21 787-9880
  address: Rodwell House, Rodwell Road, St James
  Modern Mediterranean cuisine.

• Trattoria Antonio

  phone: +27 21 788-7788
  address: 56 Main Road, St James
  Authentic Italian food.

• Upper Crust

  phone: +27 21 788-7765
  address: Shop 12, Eastlake Village Centre, Eastlake Drive, Marina da Gama
  Pizza and pasta.

• Cafe du Metro

  phone: +27 21 709 0996
  address: 165 Main Rd
  Food is fresh and seasonal, prepared simply and generously. Slight French influence mostly noticeable in herbs and prep methods. Lovely spot for breakfast or lunch. Great deli next door stocks many of the local market suppliers.

• Coffee Sha'bean

  address: 34 Beach Rd
  Great local spot for breakfast and lunch. Amazing views of the beach.

• The Business

  phone: +27 21 788-3226
  address: 32 Palmer Rd
  Tea house, internet cafe, retail space

Budget

• ABreak Away Lodge

  phone: +27 79 138-6116
  address: 24a Hastings Rd
  Backpackers' accommodation. Walking distance from the beach.

• Admiralty B&B

  phone: +27 21 788-1028
  address: 6 Admirals Walk, Marina da Gama
  Overlooking the waters of Zandvlei estuary.

• Baileys Surf Shack Backpackers

  phone: +27 72-7772261
  address: 11 Maynard Road Muizenberg
  Dorm beds. used to be the Cape Town Youth hostel.

Mid range

• House Hamburg

  phone: +27 21 788-6178
  address: 8 Holland Rd
  Guest house located a few minutes walk from False Bay train station.

• Marina Lodge

  address: 81 Park Island Quay, Eastlake Drive, Marina da Gama
  Self-catering.

• Sonnekus Guest House

  phone: +27 21 788-2992
  address: 88 Main Road, St James

• Whale Watchers Apartments

  phone: +27 21 782-1313
  address: Empire Building, Beach Rd
  Self-catering beach apartments with secure underground parking (entrance on Melrose Street).

• Bluebottle Guesthouse

  phone: +27 21 788-6100
  address: 18 Mount Rd
  Spacious rooms, great sea, lake and mountain views. Friendly hosts. Excellent breakfast included in rate. On the mountainside.

• ABreak Away Lodge

  address: 24a hastings Rd

Splurge

• Colona Castle Hotel

  phone: +27 21 788-8235
  address: 1 Verwood Street
  A luxury 5-star establishment.

• Rodwell House

  phone: +27 21 787-9880
  address: Rodwell Road, St James
  Luxurious guest house near St James beach and train station.

• Simon's Town, Boulders and the Cape of Good Hope to the south.
• More beaches to the east along False Bay, such as Fish Hoek and Glencairn.
• Kalk Bay and its restaurants, eclectic shops and fishing harbour.
• Cape Town and its attractions in the north.
• The Cape Winelands - are 45 minutes away by car.