Though Cape Town is the second largest city in South African in population, it is the country’s number one tourist town. This is in large part due to its numerous and beautiful beaches. These beaches are extremely popular to visitors and locals alike. And with Cape Town’s unique geographical structure it is possible to visit all or most of them in a single day. Cape Town car rentals are particularly helpful for site seeing in this ocean side town.

The many beaches are unique in their scenery and even climate. Those that are located off of the Atlantic Coast usually have very cold water. This is due to the Benguela current that feeds them and is brought in by the Southern Ocean. These beaches offer plenty of interesting views including many beach side villages along the Cape of Good Hope. Clifton Beach is the most popular for tourists traveling from out of the country. It is well equipped for them with refreshment facilities. There are even lifeguards posted, though the water is too cold for most people to swim in. All of the Clifton beaches have beautiful scenery and magnificent sunsets. They are sheltered from the wind and separated by large boulders.

In contrast, False Bay offers waters of that are much warmer. It tends to be slightly less popular than other beaches, though the shallow water extends far enough out to provide a nice swimming location. Boating is also a popular activity in these warm waters. Hout Bay is a smaller beach and was once a fishing village. This is a popular tourist destination especially among travelers to Cape Town who are seeking windsurfing opportunities. It is also popular for surfers and paddle boaters. The beaches of Cape Town are diverse in their climate, scenery and accommodation options, though each is attractive to locals and tourist alike. The temperature of the water does not affect their appeal, as all of the beaches are very busy throughout the year.

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