Three things you must do in Gordon’s Bay, Cape Town

Here are three things to do in Gordon's Bay. Photo: canva

If you haven’t yet visited charming Gordon’s Bay in Cape Town, what are you waiting for? Here are three things you must do in the area…

Bikini Beach

Swim in the beautiful, calm waters of Gordon’s Bay. Photo: canva

Spend a relaxing day at Bikini Beach, one of Gordon’s Bay’s most popular beaches. The beach and waters are clean and safe for swimming, with calm waves. You can also enjoy sunbathing and picnicking on the soft sands while taking in the views of the bay and the Hottentots Holland Mountains.

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Harbour Island in Gordon’s Bay

Be sure to visit Harbour Island when in Gordon’s Bay, a man-made island with a marina, restaurants, and shops. It’s a great place for a leisurely stroll, enjoying a meal at one of the waterfront restaurants, or even going for a boat tour or fishing excursion.

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Visit Bikini Beach Books

Bikini Beach Books is an icon along the Gordon’s Bay beachfront, famous for the car perched atop the building’s roof. The bookshop itself is a cosy little cavern filled to the brim with secondhand books of all genres and authors. It’s a definite must-visit spot!

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Sundeeka Mungroo

Sundeeka Mungroo is a content writer, foodie and all-round adventure-seeker. She's a graduate of the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature, and has worked as a copywriter and editor in the digital marketing industry. Sundeeka currently writes for I Love South Africa and The South African. She lives in the beautiful Mother City and loves exploring all that South Africa has to offer.