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Signal Hill, Cape Town Central

4.6
#3 of 819 in Wildlife in South Africa
Mountain · Nature / Park
Drive to Signal Hill for panoramic views of Cape Town, including Table Mountain and Robben Island. You can reach the hilltop on a short, picturesque drive from town, and once there, have a picnic, hike up to the adjacent Lion's Head Hill, or take a romantic evening walk for a chance to capture some unforgettable sunset images. Wandering the plateau, you'll come across a number of "kramats," sacred tombs dedicated to various Muslim missionaries. Signal Hill is just one of the many highlights you can arrange to see using our , online itinerary creator Edition.
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  • By Knyzna1
    Very few views in the country can rival that to be had from Signal Hill on a summer's evening. Entrance is free, so a well-stocked picnic basket, a bottle of wine and a couple good friends is all one....  more »
  • By Smitthers
    Spectacular and amazing views with good food Went on a paragliding with Wayne and Team which was breath taking Wonderful experience and must do at Signal Hill  more »
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  • By Michael van Wyk
    The nature and views here are breathtaking but the facilities are not good. Very sorry toilets.
  • By Jaman Asad
    Whenever I go Signal Hill for sunset 🌇 It’s never disappointe me.
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