"South Africa's own historical naval town!" Simon's Town by Jenniflower

Simon's Town Travel Guide: 73 reviews and 185 photos

Simon's Town is still home to South Africa's navy, and has regained much of its historic splendour and character.

Living close by in Fish Hoek for a few years, we would often drive here on the weekends and go for lovely walks. There is loads to eat here (all types of restaurants), art galleries, crafty things, clothing etc. The shops are aimed more toward the tourist and local person... and there are NO chain stores :)

Defintaely a MUST if you are in Cape Town! And then drive on to Cape Point.. another beautiful piece of the Cape.

Pros and Cons

Pros:History seeps from every corner
Cons:Far to travel to central Cape Town if you are a resident!
In a nutshell:Holds important South African history

Intro Updated Jun 12, 2007
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Let's speak Penguinese! Things to Do (3)

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Simon's Town Navy Days Things to Do (3)

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Architecture from yesteryear... - Simon's Town

Architecture from yesteryear... Favorites (1)

Many of the buildings here are national monuments, beautifully preserved. I always take time to walk along the street,... more travel advice

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sourbugger Apr 8, 2009 at 8:11 AM

i'm a complete prnquin freak - so i had to see these pages !
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lynnehamman Mar 10, 2009 at 5:38 AM

Ahhhhhh!! Wonderful memories of Simonstown! Was our favourite place for Sunday afternoon tea, watching the boats.I also love the old victorian architecture and antique shops.
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Stephen-KarenConn Apr 23, 2008 at 6:17 AM

I always learn something from your pages. I didn't know there were penguins in South Africa.
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jo104 Feb 19, 2008 at 2:06 PM

Enjoyed your page but where is the pic of just nuisance?? :-)
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sim1 Feb 2, 2008 at 1:39 AM

Well, it is finally coming true, I will be visiting SA this year! Simon's Town is probably going to be one of the first stops, I can hardly wait! Thanks for all the tips on your pages!! They are great! Will be dropping by more while planning my trip :-)
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sloughgal Jul 18, 2007 at 3:31 AM

Very picturesqe Jen :-)
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deecat Jun 28, 2007 at 7:16 AM

What's not to love about Simon's Town. The penguins, the beautiful lattice work, the naval history...right up my alley.
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high_d Jun 12, 2007 at 10:26 AM

I hope one day I get to see Boulder's Beach...cool and cute penguins...thanks for sharing:)