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Clifton Beach

Cape Town Central, South Africa
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Type: Beaches
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Traveller Description: Clifton has 4 beaches, each of which is a little beach on its own, separated by boulders.  Fourth beach is the most common one.  Although the setting... more »
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Schuttrange, Luxembourg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Clifton is a fantastic place with villas, one more beautiful than the other one. The beaches are lovely here, the walks too. It is especially nice on the weekend where you should stop here for a long walk.

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See 8 more reviews by Nischicka for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Very nice, clean and beautiful beaches. Best to get there in the morning or late afternoon because it can get crowded. The walk along the water front is also worth doing too. The water is always super cold.

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See 5 more reviews by Ellen S for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

These are lovely beaches. Just never enough parking so get there early. No drinking allowed on the beach. If you forget your umbrella you can rent one there. Also a small restaurant if you need some food and beverages.

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Doha, Qatar
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Little walk down the steps and you will find yourself in these small beaches. Nice, clean and beautiful view. 3rd beach mostly used by gay community but I've seen many other people too. Families and solo girls. 4th beach is a bit bigger and more crowded. Recommended!

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See 7 more reviews by EdinaPapp for Cape Town Central
Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The beach is small but lovely. Plenty parking but a really really steep walk down to beach. Water is freezing cold, but your body adjusts after about five minutes.

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See 7 more reviews by Yogeshan N for Cape Town Central
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

as a fan of the water...what a coast to digest in...the air, the views and for me a water fanatic, a swim is ideal...

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See 3 more reviews by Gavin D for Cape Town Central
Cape Town Central, South Africa
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Nice choice between busy and quiet within a few minutes walk. Almost always sheltered for wind, even if it storms at Camps Bay Beach. Clean and easy accessible.

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See 5 more reviews by liseregine for Cape Town Central
Pretoria, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Soft white sand, crystal clear water, warm African sun on your face... what more could you ask for? This beach is stunning, the only downside is that the water is FREEZING cold! We were lucky enough to see a seal playfully enjoying the water very close to shore. This is a lovely place to sit back and relax while in... More

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See 3 more reviews by Maryam23 for Cape Town Central
Elverum, Norway
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

This beaches are numbered 1-4, where 4 is the biggest (and often most ppl here). 1 and 2 more used by locals. We stayed most of the time at beach nr 3, its very nice. You can lend a sunchair for approx 100 rands for a day. Expect the usual local walking around selling water, ice cream and sodas.

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See 9 more reviews by BravoFox for Cape Town Central
Johannesburg, South Africa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Lovem all, espeically the boys and the queens. fun fun fun white sands and icy cold water. The trip down to clifton is even more interesting personally. Do not drink and wallk up those stairs

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