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Cape Town & the Winelands

Cape Town, 9 places

Hout Bay

Photo: South African Tourism from South Africa / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

A working harbour, markets and inland activities between mountain slopes and the sea.

Map of Hout Bay

© OpenStreetMap contributors

Where to eat

Ranked by tier, from our restaurant ranking.

#26
Rank 26 of 45 in Tier 2: Chefs Warehouse Tintswalo

Hout Bay, price band RRRR price unconfirmed, check 4.6 out of 5 (517 reviews)

Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards 2026: 1 star

4.6 on Google from 517 reviews
- Ask about children
- Book 1–2 weeks ahead
#7
Rank 7 of 17 in Tier 3: Massimo's

Hout Bay, price band RR price unconfirmed, check 4.4 out of 5 (1,710 reviews)

4.4 on Google from 1,710 reviews
- Good with children
- Book a few days ahead
#6
Rank 6 of 21 in Tier 4: Bay Harbour Market

Hout Bay 4.4 out of 5 (6,148 reviews)

4.4 on Google from 6,148 reviews
- Children: not yet checked
- Walk in

Perfect pairs here

A morning out and a good lunch nearby, matched for you.

Hout Bay, about 13 min drive (estimate)

Hout Bay and Massimo’s
1. MorningHout Bay Harbour
2. LunchMassimo's Tier 3
Explore the harbour, then head to Massimo’s for a meal during its confirmed service.

With children

Clay Cafe

Activity
4.6 out of 5 (5,788 reviews)Price RR (unconfirmed, check before you go)
World of Birds

Attraction
4.4 out of 5 (5,565 reviews)Price R (unconfirmed, check before you go)
The Riding Centre Hout Bay

Activity
4.6 out of 5 (376 reviews)
Duiker Island

Attraction
4.6 out of 5 (129 reviews)Price R (unconfirmed, check before you go)

Views

Markets

EatTier 4rank 6 in tier 4
Bay Harbour Market

Market
4.4 out of 5 (6,148 reviews)

Itineraries that pass through

Cape Peninsula day

1 day, 6 stops
A long sightseeing day, not a gentle toddler itinerary. Leave early and keep Hout Bay brief so Cape Point remains the main morning outing. Chapman’s Peak’s official site displayed CLOSED when checked on 14 November 2026: this coastal leg is conditional (check before you go). If closed, use Constantia Nek and Ou Kaapse Weg, allowing extra time.