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    Kalk Bay
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    Kalk Bay

    Kalk Bay is a fishing harbour on False Bay with antique shops, bookstores, and cafés along Main Road. At the harbour, fishermen sell their catch directly from the boat, often observed by seals.

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    Kalk Bay is a fishing harbour on False Bay with antique shops, bookstores, and cafés along Main Road. At the harbour, fishermen sell their catch directly from the boat, often observed by seals. Cape Town's suburban train stops right by the sea.

    Restaurants in Kalk Bay

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    Harbour House

    Fish restaurant on the harbour building of Kalk Bay. Through the large windows, you look out onto the fishing boats and False Bay; with high waves, the spray hits the panes. The menu features fresh catch of the day, oysters, and seafood platters; reservations are recommended in the evening.
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    Kalky's

    Simple fish-and-chips takeaway right in Kalk Bay harbour. You eat at long wooden tables, served the fish of the day, usually Snoek or Hake, with chips in a bowl. Inexpensive, fast and popular with locals.
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    Cape Peninsula

    Cape Peninsula

    The Cape Peninsula stretches from Cape Town about 50 kilometers south to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. On the Atlantic side, Chapman's Peak Drive leads along steep cliffs; on False Bay lie Muizenberg, Kalk Bay and Simon's Town with the penguin colony at Boulders Beach. The south is part of the Table Mountain National Park.
    Simon's Town

    Simon's Town

    Simon's Town on False Bay has been a naval base since the 19th century, first for the British, now for the South African Navy. Its main street is lined with Victorian facades. Just south is Boulders Beach, home to a colony of African Penguins; the town makes a good stopover on the way to the Cape of Good Hope.
    Cape Town

    Cape Town

    Cape Town is situated between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean and, with approximately 4.8 million inhabitants in its metropolitan area, is South Africa's second-largest city. The city combines colonial history, the memory of Apartheid on Robben Island, and a vibrant restaurant and art scene with beaches, hiking trails, and wine regions right on its doorstep.
    Bo-Kaap

    Bo-Kaap

    Bo-Kaap in Cape Town, the historic Malay Quarter, captivates with its vibrant colours and unique Cape Malay culture. Here you'll find closely packed houses in bright hues along cobblestone streets. The district tells the story of the descendants of slaves who were settled here by the Dutch. For cultural insights, visit the Bo-Kaap Museum or the Auwal Mosque, South Africa's oldest mosque. The aromatic Cape Malay cuisine is a highlight; try specialties like Bobotie. An early morning visit is recommended for photos and fewer crowds; always respect residents' privacy.
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    V&A Waterfront

    Cape Town's vibrant heart offers a mix of maritime flair, excellent restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment right on the harbor.