Sea Point
Sea Point
Sea Point, Cape TownNoordhoek is a suburb of Cape Town, South Africa, located at the foot of Chapman’s Peak on the west coast of the Cape Peninsula, approximately thirty-three kilometres to the south of the Cape Town City itself. Noordhoek can be accessed either from the scenic coastal road, Chapman’s Peak Drive, which leads out of Hout Bay or via the mountain road Ou Kaapse Weg which cuts through the picturesque Silvermine Nature reserve, which is part of the Table Mountain National Park. The Noordhoek valley remains one of the Cape Town’s treasured destinations, providing a unique rural atmosphere and rustic surroundings, with its famous long-wide sandy beach, the surrounding mountain ranges, and its vast wetlands. A wide range of activities and accommodation is offered in Noordhoek, with many guesthouses and private villas providing a wide variety of accommodation. Horse Riding on the expansive white sand beach, is a popular activity for Noordhoek locals and travellers alike. Possibly the greatest appeal for visitors to Noordhoek is the quiet, charming atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of city life, while the crowds are easily accessible with a short 25 minute drive.
Sea Point is an affluent neighbourhood and is situated between Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean with the popular promenade on the edge of the shore stretching all the way into Mouille Point passed Green Point. The Sea Point Prom as its commonly referred to as is a paved walkway along the beachfront and is usually packed with people going for walks or a jog while taking in the fresh ocean air. There are a few parks along the promenade and ample space for pets to run free under supervision.
Sea Point got its name in 1767 when one of the commanders serving under Captain Cook, Sam Wallis, encamped his men in the area to avoid a smallpox epidemic in Cape Town at the time. It grew as a residential suburb in the early 1800s, and in 1839 was merged into a single municipality with neighbouring Green Point.