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Table Mountain National Park

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Table Mountain National Park

Overview

Table Mountain National Park protects the mountain chain spanning the Cape Peninsula. Visitors primarily visit to hike along marked mountain trails, view native fynbos vegetation, and see the coastal and city scenery from elevated routes.

Getting There

The park borders central Cape Town. Traveling to the main access roads and popular trailheads by car, taxi, rideshare, or local bus takes approximately 15 to 25 minutes from the city centre.

Time to Allow

Allow 2 to 4 hours for shorter trails and viewpoint stops. Ascending the main plateau on foot or tackling longer ridge walks requires between half a day and a full day.

When to Go

Visit early in the morning to secure parking, avoid peak crowds on popular trails, and steer clear of midday heat. Weather changes rapidly across the mountain range; sudden cloud cover and strong winds can quickly reduce visibility. Summer provides warm, dry conditions, while winter brings regular rain and slippery surfaces.

Nearby Attractions

  • Table Mountain (1.2km): The central flat-topped summit, accessible by foot or cableway.
  • Devil's Peak (1.9km): An adjacent summit offering steep hiking routes and wide viewpoints.
  • Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (2.4km): Botanical grounds on the eastern slopes featuring preserved indigenous flora.
  • Newlands (2.7km): A suburb featuring forested walking trails and shaded picnic spaces at the base of the range.

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Table Mountain

Nature

Table Mountain

Table Mountain rises over the Cape Peninsula near Cape Town, standing more than 1,000 meters above sea level. It's the city's signature natural landmark and well worth a visit.

1.2 km away
Devil's Peak

Nature

Devil's Peak

Part of the mountain range surrounding central Cape Town, forming the city skyline together with Table Mountain, Lion's Head and Signal Hill. The peak is clearly visible even from across Table Bay.

1.9 km away
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Zoos & aquariums

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

A botanical garden located in Cape Town, it's a great place to take a leisurely walk while admiring a wide variety of plants.

2.4 km away
Newlands

Shopping & districts

Newlands

Newlands is an upscale residential suburb of Cape Town at the foot of Table Mountain. It's also known as one of the rainiest places in South Africa during winter.

2.7 km away
Vredehoek

Shopping & districts

Vredehoek

Vredehoek is a residential neighborhood in Cape Town, set on the slopes of Table Mountain and Devil's Peak. Located between Oranjezicht and Devil's Peak Estate, it's a pleasant area to explore on a leisurely walk.

3.2 km away
Bishopscourt

Shopping & districts

Bishopscourt

Bishopscourt is a quiet, affluent residential area in Cape Town's southern suburbs, where grand houses sit on spacious grounds. It's a pleasant neighborhood for a leisurely stroll.

3.3 km away