Scarborough Travel Guide
Cape Town
Visit Scarborough
Popular places to visit
Camps Bay Beach
See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.
Table Mountain
One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.
Clifton Bay Beach
Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.
Long Street
Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.
Cape Town Stadium
Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.
Boulders Beach
Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.
Things to do
Boulders Beach Penguins and Seal Island Boat Trip Half Day Tour
#1 Boulders Penguins & Cape Point Full Day Tour From Cape Town
Craft Gin Tasting Experience and Distillery Tour
Top hotels in Scarborough
Taj Cape Town
good hotel with excellent staff and service. cant fault it.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Stayeasy Cape Town City Bowl
The staff are very kind and helpful. The property is clean
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2025
Sunsquare Cape Town City Bowl
Beautiful decor; clean room; friendly front desk staff
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
Staff were all wonderful. Great location for CBD. From be value room.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
ONOMO Hotel Cape Town Foreshore
Friendly staff and clean room
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
President Hotel
The staff were fantastic, we had an ocean view room. It was a short walk to coffee shops and bars. I would recommend the hotel to anyone and everyone.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scarborough
Simon's Town
Seaside views and waterfront views are highlights of Simon's Town. Make a stop by Boulders Beach or Table Mountain National Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Simonstown Station to get around town.
Hout Bay
Seafood restaurants, seaside views and waterfront views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Hout Bay. Make a stop by Llandudno Beach or Hout Bay Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Constantia
Unique features of Constantia include the wineries and gardens. Make a stop by Groot Constantia Winery or Klein Constantia Wine Estate while you're exploring the area.
Bakoven
Bakoven is popular for its beautiful seaside views, and you might make a stop by Table Mountain National Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Camps Bay
The beaches and picture-perfect mountain views are top of the list for many visitors to Camps Bay. A stop by Camps Bay Beach or Table Mountain National Park might round out your trip.
Clifton
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Clifton. You might want to make time for a stop at Clifton 2nd Beach or Clifton Bay Beach.
