Noordhoek Attractions

Noordhoek is situated below the Southern Slopes of Chapman’s Peak Drive. Noordhoek is Cape Town’s rural treasure with a farm atmosphere and famed for its long white sandy beach, so it is not surprising that Noordhoek is often called Cape Country at the Beach. It is common to find horses, pigs, cows, hens, ducks, geese and rabbits roaming around the gardens, leafy lanes and public spaces of Noordhoek. This is a place where horses are almost more important than cars and the lifestyle of the residents is tranquil, relaxed and unhurried.

The village of Noordhoek is sandwiched between sea, mountains and a prized wetlands area. Noordhoek is reached by driving some of the most spectacular roads in the Western Cape – via Chapman’s Peak Drive or over Ou Kaapse Weg (with the Silvemine section of Table Mountain National Park at it’s centre).

Cape Point Route recommends horse riding on Noordhoek beach for a close up natural experience. Try surfing on Noordhoek beach or walk to the Kakapo shipwreck. Look out for the Verreaux eagles, enjoy sundowners overlooking Noordhoek beach or purely absorbing the atmosphere with a walk along the beach (watch for whales or dolphins in season) and do take a moment to appreciate the ancient milkwood forest.

Noordhoek is also home to an award winning wine estate, with the Noordhoek vineyards producing white varietal grapes for the Cape Point Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc. Gourmet dining has become standard fare with the likes of the Foodbarn Restaurant and Café Roux at Noordhoek Farm Village. Pub Grub is available at the Toad or the Red Herring.

Shopping in Noordhoek is fabulous for unique arts and crafts, particularly at Noordhoek Farm Village, but every modern convenience can be found at the large shopping mall. You can do your banking, shopping or stock up on supplies if you are staying at one of Noordhoek’s self catering accommodation establishments.

 

Noordhoek Accommodation:
Stay in a rural setting with good access to the beach and the Cape Point Route attractions. Find and book Noordhoek Accommodation, Noordhoek Guest Houses, Noordhoek Bed & Breakfast and Self Catering Accommodation in Apartments, Cottages, Holiday Houses and Villas in Noordhoek. More

Noordhoek Restaurants:
Dining in Cape Country at the Beach- laidback, gourmet cuisine with family friendly restaurants in Noordhoek. More 

Noordhoek Farm Village:
The heart of Noordhoek with excellent restaurants, bakery & deli, pub and shops offering quaint gifts, collectables and clothing. Live music, Quiz nights, big screen sport and regular children’s activities and Noordhoek Accommodation on site. More

Noordhoek Beach:
Pristine stretch of white sandy beach, often called Long Beach as it stretched through to Kommetjie. Noordhoek beach is ideal for long leisurely beach walks, surfing, kitesufing and horse-riding or watching the sunset. More

Horse-riding on Noordhoek Beach:
Saddle up and horse ride along Noordhoek Beach or through the Noordhoek Wetlands. More

Kakapo Shipwreck on Noordhoek Beach:
The Kakapo shipwreck ran aground on Noordhoek Beach in 1900 and is in walking distance along Noordhoek Beach. More

Cape Point Vineyards, Noordhoek:
Wine tasting venue at the Chapman’s Peak Estate in Noordhoek. More

Noordhoek Shopping:
African crafts, antiques, handmade ceramics, ethnic clothing, home produce, wine and of course works of art can be found in Noordhoek. For Retail therapy there is a modern mall with a world of shopping and entertainment where you’ll find both local and latest fashion, home and interior stores, technical assistance for phone or cameras, travel help, services and banks and more than enough cuisine and cappaccinos for any palate. More

Silvermine Reserve:
This section of Table Mountain National Park is accessed from Ou Kaapse Weg (the Old Cape Road). Silvermine Reserve has spectacular panoramic views set amongst a rich diversity of natural Cape Fynbos. The Silvermine Reserve offers clearly-marked mountain bike and walking trails and is a favourite with families, hikers and mountain climbers and forms part of the Hoerikwaggo Trail. More

Red Herring Trading Post, Noordhoek:
Set amongst ancient milkwood trees you will find an art gallery, pottery workshop, crafts, a plant nursery and a restaurant.

Living Art Farm, Noordhoek:
Organic farming, worm farming and  volunteer exchange programmes for various township iniatives –developing and sharing skills within developing communities. Space for yoga workshops.

Noodhoek Garden Emporium:
Nursery, lovely tea garden inside, with jungle gym for kids.

Chapman’s Peak Drive:
This coastal drive is one of Cape Town and South Africa’s most scenic marine drives- 9km from Noordhoek to Hout Bay. More

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