Gardens Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Boulders Beach
Sun, sand and spectacular sea life are all available at Boulders Beach, home to an impressive African Penguin colony.
Table Mountain
The lofty summit of Table Mountain is Cape Town’s crowning glory, offering a coastal panorama that is second to none.
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.
Activities
Full-Day Franschhoek Hop On Hop Off Wine Tram Tour from Cape Town
Cape Town: Table Mountain and Robben Island Tour
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Cape Town: Great African Sea Forest Guided Snorkel
Cape Town: Lion's Head or Table Mountain Guided Hike
Our pick of the best Gardens Hotel Deals
Canopy By Hilton Cape Town Longkloof
Fabulous uplifting decor, comfortable beds and bathroom, excellent customer service and the location was accessible to all of Cape Town, with several neighborhood restaurants with excellent food and drinks! We highly recommend!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Kloof Street Hotel
Wonderful stay while in Cape Town. Rooms were very spacious and staff very kind and helpful. Location wise was very central and a short uber to main sites to visit. Would recommend when visiting Cape Town.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa
Good
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Cape Town
Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
Made to feel very welcome. Great property, lovely staff.
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel and Spa
Room was a good size, decor & soft furnishings attractive Bathroom pleasant but shower leaked out onto floor which meant bath mat not sufficient & towels needed to stem the leak Cleaners needed more attention to detail as on a couple of occasions had to ask for towels as had not been replaced -also ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gardens
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Iziko South African Museum while you're exploring the area.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like District Six Museum and Cape Town City Hall, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Fresnaye
Unique features of Fresnaye include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Table Mountain National Park or Cape Floral Region Protected Areas while you're exploring the area.
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Bantry Bay
Bantry Bay is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Sea Point Promenade and Table Mountain National Park while in the area.
