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Clifton Beach

Cape Town Central, South Africa
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Type: Beaches
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Traveller Description: Clifton has 4 beaches, each of which is a little beach on its own, separated by boulders.  Fourth beach is the most common one.  Although the setting... more »
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Hermanus
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

After a hard day, season, year you deserve a break. Clifton Beach offers a break that will leave you re-charge and ready to take on the world again. Water, sunshine and beautiful people comes in even supplies and the cold-drink vendors add local humor.

See 4 more reviews by FriedaLloyd for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Eat my shorts St Tropez, this place is the spot to be in the height of summer. Beautiful bodies adorn sandy white beaches. Hope you know how to play bats or volleyball if you want to be here around sunset.

See 4 more reviews by placey650612 for Cape Town Central
Schuttrange, Luxembourg
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53 reviews 53 reviews
18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Clifton is a fantastic place with villas, one more beautiful than the other one. The beaches are lovely here, the walks too. It is especially nice on the weekend where you should stop here for a long walk.

See 8 more reviews by Nischicka for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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20 reviews 20 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Very nice, clean and beautiful beaches. Best to get there in the morning or late afternoon because it can get crowded. The walk along the water front is also worth doing too. The water is always super cold.

See 5 more reviews by Ellen S for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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45 reviews 45 reviews
30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

These are lovely beaches. Just never enough parking so get there early. No drinking allowed on the beach. If you forget your umbrella you can rent one there. Also a small restaurant if you need some food and beverages.

See 32 more reviews by Brendan G for Cape Town Central
Doha, Qatar
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
16 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Little walk down the steps and you will find yourself in these small beaches. Nice, clean and beautiful view. 3rd beach mostly used by gay community but I've seen many other people too. Families and solo girls. 4th beach is a bit bigger and more crowded. Recommended!

See 7 more reviews by EdinaPapp for Cape Town Central
Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
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10 reviews 10 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The beach is small but lovely. Plenty parking but a really really steep walk down to beach. Water is freezing cold, but your body adjusts after about five minutes.

See 7 more reviews by Yogeshan N for Cape Town Central
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

as a fan of the water...what a coast to digest in...the air, the views and for me a water fanatic, a swim is ideal...

See 3 more reviews by Gavin D for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Nice choice between busy and quiet within a few minutes walk. Almost always sheltered for wind, even if it storms at Camps Bay Beach. Clean and easy accessible.

See 5 more reviews by liseregine for Cape Town Central
Pretoria, South Africa
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Soft white sand, crystal clear water, warm African sun on your face... what more could you ask for? This beach is stunning, the only downside is that the water is FREEZING cold! We were lucky enough to see a seal playfully enjoying the water very close to shore. This is a lovely place to sit back and relax while in... More

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