22° · Clear nowBest time: Tomorrow 7 amEven the bins look good in this light.
Beach
Melkbosstrand Beach
- 4.62.0k reviews
- Free
West-facing Atlantic beach north of Cape Town with surf, rock pools, lawns and views back to Table Mountain.
Quick answers
Melkbosstrand Beach in short
When is the best time to visit Melkbosstrand Beach?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Go near sunset for the light. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is Melkbosstrand Beach indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Is Melkbosstrand Beach good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Melkbosstrand Beach cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book Melkbosstrand Beach?
No, you can walk in.
How long do you need at Melkbosstrand Beach?
About 1.5 hours.
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Where is Melkbosstrand Beach?
Melkbosstrand, Cape Town, 7437.
Is Melkbosstrand Beach wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible entrance.
Status, rating and hours checked on 6 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
Right now · 7:00 pm
Why it fits right now
Not one for this hour.
Go tomorrow at 7 am instead.
Worth knowing
- Hours unknown: check before you go
22°
Clear
- Feels
- 21°
- Rain
- 0%
- Wind
- 16km/h
- 8pm
19° - 9pm
19° - 10pm
18°
The next five days
Best time to go
When your plans and the weather actually get along. Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.
Where and how
Good to know
- Outdoors
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 1.5 h
- Step-free entrance
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.6from 2.0k reviews
Known for
- Surfing
- Rock pools
- Long beach walks
- Sunsets
What people say
- People like:
- Uncrowded, good surf, long walks and views of Table Mountain
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Nothing extra: dress as you like.
Nothing extra. Dress as you like.