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Beach · Simon's Town, Cabo Ocidental
Muizenberg Beach
Long False Bay beach with colorful bathing huts, surf schools and milder water, near the fishing harbor of Kalk Bay.
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About Muizenberg Beach
Muizenberg sits on the edge of False Bay, about 25 km from Cape Town city centre. The beach, wide with small waves, is known for the Victorian bathing huts painted in bright colours, lined up on the sand in front of Surfer's Corner.
It's the most popular place to learn to surf in the region: the waves break far out and slowly, and there are schools renting boards and wetsuits along the promenade. False Bay's water is often less cold than the Atlantic side in summer.
At the beginning of the 20th century the village was the resort of the Cape's elite; period mansions, such as Cecil Rhodes's summer house, still stand on Main Road.
A few kilometres to the south lies Kalk Bay, an active fishing harbour with colourful boats, seals waiting for fish on the quay, galleries and antique shops on the main street.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 1 hour to half a day, with Kalk Bay.
Best time
In the morning, when winds are lighter, for surfing. The whale season in False Bay runs from July to November, and it's common to see them from the road between Muizenberg and Simon's Town.
How to get there
It's about 25 km from Cape Town city centre via the M3, and about 15 km from Simon's Town. The Southern Line train stops at Muizenberg and Kalk Bay; check service status.
Tip
To learn to surf, look for a school at Surfer's Corner. In Kalk Bay, go to the harbour in the late morning when the boats return with the catch.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Muizenberg Beach
Where to learn to surf in Cape Town?
At Muizenberg, at Surfer's Corner, with small waves and schools along the promenade.
Is Muizenberg's water cold?
It is usually less cold than the Atlantic side in summer, but a wetsuit is recommended for staying in the water for long.
What to see in Kalk Bay?
The fishing harbour, the seals on the quay and the main street with galleries and antique shops.