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Things to do while visiting Seagetaway
While you visit Seagetaway make the most of your stay:
Visit the penguins at boulders beach – 021 786 2329Experience the spectacular Cape of Good Hope nature reserve - 021 780 9526
Take a unforgettable cruise around Simon's Bay to Seal Island or Cape Point with Simon’s Town Boat Company to join them for an unforgettable cruise call 083 257 7760 www.boatcompany.co.za
Rent a sea kayak or go on a guided tour - 082 501 8930 www.kayakcapetown.co.za
Scuba dive the famous local dive spots A-Frame, Castle Rock, Local Wrecks www.scuba-shack.co.za
Enjoy a leisurely cycle along the scenic coastal section of the Argus Cycle Tour www.cycletour.co.za
Visit Simon’s Town’s Museums:
-- Warrior Toy Museum - Tel 021 786 1395
-- Simon's Town Museum - Tel 021 786 2391
-- SA Naval Museum - Tel 021 787 4635
-- Heritage Museum - Tel 021 786 2302
Explore Mineral World & Scratch Patch Tel 021 786 2020
Relax and swim at our many splendid beaches
Enjoy browsing through the variety of shops and Waterfront. Watch a local production at Simonsberg Theatre - Tel 021 786 5255
Play Golf at the Simon's Town Country Club - Tel 021 786 1233
Experience sailing at sea - False Bay Yacht Club - Tel 021 786 1370/2757 www.fbyc.co.za
Enjoy a wonderful meal at one of our many local restaurants
Bon Appetit - Diners Club Top 10 restaurant “excellent dining ”
Bon Appétit offers “Fine dining & French Cuisine” and has been placed in the Top 10 of "smart casual restaurants" in South Africa in the Diners Club 2008 rankings. Visit Bon Appétit for a superb dining experience. Tel : 021 786 2412
The Sweetest Thing Patisserie
Doreen Alcock from has won the Diners Club national 2008 dine award for the Most Promising Pastry Chef Newcomer. The Sweetest Thing has been open for two years and is co-owned by Doreen and her husband Keith. Patrons can enjoy a selection of delectable pastries including, cheesecake, lemon meringue and chocolate éclair. The patisserie also offers excellent coffee, breakfast, delicious pies and quiche. Tel: 021 786 4200
Seaforth Restaurant - for cocktails & dinner at the beach- 021 786 4810
Boulders Beach Restaurant - Well worth the visit 021 786 1758
Café Pescado - seafood pizza & pasta - 021 786 2272 - take aways available www.pescados.co.za
Salty Sea Dog - good old fish & chips - 021 786 1918 - take aways available
Things to to do around Simon's Town:
Take a trip up the Table Mountain in the Cableway 021 424 8181 www.tablemountain.netVisit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and don't miss the Summer Concerts -021 799 8783/8620 or 021 761 4916 www.sanbi.org
Go Mountain Climbing. There are a number of approved climbing routes. Please contact the Mountain Club of South Africa for further details 021 465-3412 www.mcsa.org.za
Take a tour to Robben Island - 021 409 5100 www.robben-island.org.za
Take a drive to Kalk Bay Harbour and buy some fresh fish to braai (barbecue)
There are several wine routes in the area worth visiting:
-- Constantia www.constantiawineroute.co.za
-- Stellenbosch www.wineroute.co.za
-- Paarl www.paarlwine.co.za