23° · Clear nowBest time: Tomorrow 7 amThis is the day. The sofa will understand.
ParkMarina Da Gama
Sandvlei
- 4.2109 reviews
- Free
Coastal vlei lake in the southern suburbs with picnic and braai areas, a play area and walking paths; often windy.
Quick answers
Sandvlei in short
When is the best time to visit Sandvlei?
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 Sandvlei indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Is Sandvlei good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Sandvlei cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book Sandvlei?
No, you can walk in.
How long do you need at Sandvlei?
About 60 minutes.
More questions (1)Fewer questions
Where is Sandvlei?
Cape Town, 7945.
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 · 6:45 pm
Why it fits right now
Better tomorrow at 7 am.
It works now, but the weather or the hour suits it more later.
Worth knowing
- Hours unknown: check before you go
23°
Clear
- Feels
- 22°
- Rain
- 0%
- Wind
- 16km/h
- 7pm
22° - 8pm
19° - 9pm
19°
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
- 1 Sandvlei
- 2 Zandvlei Recreational Park · 12 min
Good to know
- Outdoors
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 60 min
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.2from 109 reviews
Known for
- Picnics
- Braai facilities
- Play area
- Dog walking
What people say
- People like:
- Good for picnics and braais by the water, atmospheric
- Worth knowing:
- Can be windy
Around Marina Da Gama
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Nothing extra: dress as you like.
Nothing extra. Dress as you like.