Clifton Beach

Clifton is situated on the Atlantic Seabord side of the peninsula.This is where you will find some of Cape Town's most upmarket property.

The beach is made up of 4 coves and the beaches are called 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th with 4th being the closest to Camps Bay and 1st the closest to Sea Point.

Clifton Beach, Cape Town Beaches, Cape Town

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All of the beaches are accessible via steep winding and narrow stairs that lead down from Victoria Road making it inaccessible for disabled visitors.

Clifton Beach, Cape Town

Generally 4th, which has Blue Flag status, is the busiest with good changing room and bathroom facilities.

Clifton Beach, Cape Town

Clifton, Cape Town Beaches, Cape Town

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Kiosks and vendors on the beach sell snacks, cold drinks and ice-creams.
Alcohol is not allowed on the beaches.

Yachts, speed boats and jet skis come and play in the bay giving it the atmosphere of a Mediterranean resort.

Clifton, Cape Town Beaches, Cape Town

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Top Tip 1
Parking on Victoria Road can be a problem on busy days.
Try parking on Kloof Road, as their are several sets of steps connecting the two roads.

Top Tip 2
If the South Easter is howling then 4th Beach is your best beach option with wind protection from the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles.

Clifton Beach, Cape Town