Noordhoek & KommetjieAttraction
Slangkop Lighthouse
- 4.4 out of 5 on Google (331 reviews)
- Hours listed
South Africa's tallest cast-iron lighthouse, with a boardwalk trail looking back over Kommetjie.
Why it’s worth it
Slangkop has stood since 1919 and is described locally as the tallest cast-iron lighthouse in the country. The boardwalk trail below gives views of the tower and the lagoon and is best at golden hour. Tower visits depend on the official tour schedule, so treat the boardwalk as the sure thing.
Highlights
- Cast-iron tower dating from 1919
- Boardwalk trail
- Lagoon and coastal views
- Golden hour photography
Good for
- ToddlersPartlyGoogle marks this as good for children; toddler facilities and age limits are not confirmed.
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Where it is
45 Lighthouse Rd, Kommetjie, Cape Town, 7976, South Africa
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Where to eat nearby
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Tier 2Rank 39 of 45 in Tier 2The Foodbarn
Tier 2 wine-farm meal 19 min away: Slangkop Lighthouse · The Foodbarn - Tier 4Rank 11 of 21 in Tier 4Blue Water Cafe Easy café stop with children: Slangkop Lighthouse · Blue Water Cafe
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