Noordhoek Farm Village

Simon's Town & Southern Peninsula


This leafy complex, which has the pastoral charm of a Cape Dutch farmstead, is a pleasant place to buy gifts and souvenirs, from African craft to local fashion. There are restaurants, a children's playground and a weekly food market (4pm to 8pm) on Wednesday.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Simon's Town & Southern Peninsula attractions

1. Cape Point Vineyards

0.25 MILES

This small vineyard known for its fine sauvignon blanc has a spectacular setting overlooking Noordhoek Beach. Enjoy the wines with a picnic (R395 for two,…

2. Noordhoek Beach

1.62 MILES

This magnificent 5km stretch of beach is favoured by surfers and horse riders. It tends to be windy, and dangerous for swimmers. The Hoek, as it is known…

3. Peers Cave

2.19 MILES

Actually an overhang, this cave is named after Victor Peers, who, with his son Bertie, started excavating the site in 1927, collecting evidence of Khoe…

4. Silvermine Nature Reserve

2.64 MILES

The Silvermine Reservoir, a beautiful spot for a picnic or a leisurely walk on the wheelchair-accessible boardwalk, is the focal point of this section of…

5. Steenberg Farm

2.93 MILES

Steenberg's contemporary tasting bar and lounge, adjoining Bistro Sixteen82, is a gorgeous setting for sampling its great merlot, sauvignon blanc,…

6. Norval Foundation

3.24 MILES

This large, purpose-built gallery has caused some disquiet among locals for its austere, imposing facade. Inside, airy spaces host rotating exhibitions of…

7. Tokai Arboretum

3.26 MILES

This planting of 1555 different trees representing 274 species, begun in 1885 by Joseph Storr Lister, the conservator of forests for the Cape Colony, is…

8. Tokai Forest

3.28 MILES

This wooded section of Table Mountain National Park is a favourite spot for picnics, mountain biking (weekends only) and walks. To reach the forest, take…