Fish Hoek

Undeniably its most prominent tourist attraction, Fish Hoek Beach lies just 200 metres away from the main road. Although the area is often sunny but breezy, the town's holiday resort atmosphere is vibrant with people staying outdoors most of the time.

The beach is where most of the town's action takes place: local fisherman can often be seen hauling in the catch of the day, as there are many popular restaurants nearby; while surfers and water sports enthusiasts line the horizon. Those who wish to experience the deeper side of the ocean can go scuba diving or snorkelling and for adventurous types, Great White sharks breed in the vicinity and cage diving experiences are available for those that dare.

Peers Cave is testament to the area's rich history where the 12,000 year old Fish Hoek Man's skull was discovered. This natural history and local flora and wildlife, including African penguins and Cape baboons, can be seen on guided walks, or even at local rock climbing spots.

For those who love the sound of their credit card being swiped, the town hosts many shopping facilities covering a variety of interests: art and crafts, books, clothing, health food, gardening, computers, beauty, furniture and many others.

On Sundays the town is popular with Cape Town locals who drive through the area, stopping off at local art galleries and coffee shops to absorb the unique atmosphere that Fish Hoek provides. Locals also use the weekends to walk along the catwalk, ending off with a beach picnic.