22° · Clear nowBest time: Tomorrow 7 amEven the bins look good in this light.
BeachThe Glen
Glen Beach
- 4.8164 reviews
- Free
Small beach in Bantry Bay/Clifton area of Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard, used by surfers, with sunset views toward the Twelve Apostles.
Quick answers
Glen Beach in short
When is the best time to visit Glen 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 Glen Beach indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Is Glen Beach good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does Glen Beach cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book Glen Beach?
No, you can walk in.
How long do you need at Glen Beach?
About 60 minutes.
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Where is Glen Beach?
Cape Town, 8005.
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
- 1 Glen Beach
- 2 Mantra Cafe (Upstairs Only) · 7 min
- 3 Harry's Beach Restaurant · 7 min
- 4 The Bungalow by Kove Collection · 9 min
- 5 Paranga by Kove Collection · 11 min
Good to know
- Outdoors
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 60 min
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.8from 164 reviews
Known for
- Surfing
- Sunsets
- Twelve Apostles view
What people say
- People like:
- Peaceful, sunsets, surfers and views of the 12 Apostles
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Nothing extra: dress as you like.
Nothing extra. Dress as you like.