St. James Beach
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Andrei F
Harare, Zimbabwe98 contributions
Dec 2019
We were looking for a beach without all the wind and and flying in our eyes (which we got at the beach in Hout Bay almost every day, unfortunately) and without the big waves. We found this little sequestered tidal pool by St. James on False Bay. The beach was small, and there was a small area for swimming with no waves, which was nice for my kids. Not sure if we were just lucky or if it was the big mountain behind the town, but there was almost no wind the day we visited. As a bonus, there were the picturesque multicolored cabins behind the beach, and a tidal area next to the beach where you could climb over the rocks and see some small marine life in the tidal crags.
Written January 17, 2020
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Sue U
Cape Town, South Africa36 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
St James Beach offers one a delightful place to sit and enjoy a seaside swim in a safe environment. The water is not as bone numbingly chilly as the Atlantic Seaboard side and there’s always a great mix of old and young enjoying the tranquil beauty that the sea provides.
Stroll down from the St James station and under the railway line. Plenty of parking a a great place to enjoy with friends and to make new ones 💙
Stroll down from the St James station and under the railway line. Plenty of parking a a great place to enjoy with friends and to make new ones 💙
Written February 9, 2020
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China159,149 contributions
Jan 2011
This beach isn't particularly special by South Africa standards and there are better ones to visit on a day trip from Cape Town during your trip. However, the colorful changing rooms on St. James beach are fantastic, well worth a quick stop just for these photographs.
If you rent a car for a Cape Peninsula tour you can divert across to St. James for a quick, 10-15 minute stop to take these lovely photos.
If you rent a car for a Cape Peninsula tour you can divert across to St. James for a quick, 10-15 minute stop to take these lovely photos.
Written May 5, 2011
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Linus
Breda, The Netherlands402 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
A nice beach to go past on your way to cape point. It has iconic brightly coloured boxes on the beach. It's well maintained and a good place to visit during most months.
Written May 25, 2017
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hoosainnarker
Cape Town Central, South Africa6,346 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
A great beach to spend the day or the evening having sun downers watching as the sun sets. The tidal pool is a great attraction and during holiday times this beach is packed - otherwise it is generally not too full.
It is one of the few beaches protected by the mountainside so is basically wind free making for enjoyable swimming although the water can be cold at times.
The colourful beach huts add flavour to the quaintness of the beach. With the backdrop of the mountains, one could not have asked for a more picturesque scene. The trains going by add more flavour to the atmosphere.
It is one of the few beaches protected by the mountainside so is basically wind free making for enjoyable swimming although the water can be cold at times.
The colourful beach huts add flavour to the quaintness of the beach. With the backdrop of the mountains, one could not have asked for a more picturesque scene. The trains going by add more flavour to the atmosphere.
Written August 12, 2016
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ShelbyCapeTown
Cape Town12 contributions
Sep 2014 • Family
I have just been given a place in the St James (retirement home, which used to be the Hotel) So I am very pleased to check this out, and keep feeling excited about my move (next year). The food is excellent, and every Wed. and Sun. lunch there is a buffet to die for! For all of R90 you can eat yourself to a standstill!.A good way of entertaining! Just don't go over a weekend - very crowded beach.
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Near to Boulders Beach where you can visit the penguins...
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Near to Boulders Beach where you can visit the penguins...
Written October 25, 2014
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BarbaraP101
Tulsa, OK189 contributions
Feb 2014 • Couples
This beach is a photographer's dream. The colorful beach houses and tidal pool are quite picturesque. This is a great place to swim safely in the ocean (tidal pool) or for young children. The sandy part of the beach isn't very big so I don't recommend it for serious tanners.
Written February 27, 2014
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Shunak86
Tel Aviv, Israel146 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
I wanted to come here just to see this attraction. We came close to the sunset so there wasn’t a lot of people so that was peaceful and quiet.
The whole area of it was amazing in comparison to other places I’ve been in.
Great place to come and relax for a couple of minutes ;)
The whole area of it was amazing in comparison to other places I’ve been in.
Great place to come and relax for a couple of minutes ;)
Written April 3, 2019
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Chantyld
Cape Town Central, South Africa39 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
Great place to picnic and swim in the tidal pool. The beach is not too big and does tend to get busy but it is a lovely location and it's proximity to great eateries is a big plus!
Written April 18, 2018
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huys25
Amsterdam, The Netherlands11,732 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
This beach with its coloured cabins is very photo genetic when the sun shines, but with dull and rainy wether we did not want o hang out here.
Written December 12, 2017
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drusilla22
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How do I go about hiring a beach hut for the day. Thank you. Carol Dawes.
vishal Sheth
Ahmedabad, India21 contributions
hi carol,
As you are visiting St.James Beach and your question raise because of beautiful picture of the beach with colour full Huts.....but that is not for resident that is actually Changing rooms only.
so no need to stay there you will plan day trip from cap town.
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience St. James Beach:
- Cape of Good Hope Private Tour to Cape Point & Penguins From Cape Town (From $112.00)
- Private Cape Peninsula Tour, With Close Range Penguin Encounter From Cape Town. (From $112.00)
- Private Tour: Cape Of Good Hope & Wine Tasting (From $119.92)
- Muizenberg to Kalk Bay: Amble along the amazing False Bay Coast on an audio tour (From $5.20)
- Kirstenbosch Garden, Bo-Kaap-Penguins & Cape of Good Hope Tour (From $40.88)
- Hotels near St. James Beach:
- (0.06 mi) Seaside Historic Villa St James
- (0.13 mi) Rodwell House Luxury Villa by the Sea
- (0.14 mi) ST JAMES Cape Town Seaview + Whales
- (0.24 mi) Blue On Blue Bed & Breakfast
- (0.18 mi) Oceanfront Penthouse
- Restaurants near St. James Beach:
- (0.01 mi) McDonald's Tokai
- (0.16 mi) Folk Cafe St. James
- (0.84 mi) Satori
- (0.89 mi) Lekker Kalk Bay
- (0.55 mi) Casa Labia by Ideas Cartel
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