Simon's Town
Simon's Town, originally Simon's Vlek, was named after the Dutch Governor Simon van der Stel, who governed the Cape Colony between 1677 and 1699.
Situated on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula, Simons Town is an important Naval Base which was established back in 1806 under the second British occupation of the Cape. In 1957 the Naval Base was handed over to the South African Government.
The town, situated on the steep mountainsides above the harbour, is rich in architectural, natural beauty, Cape history and legends. One such legend been that of the able seaman Just Nuisance, the only dog ever to be enlisted in the Royal Navy.
Simon's Town has several museums highlighting the events and development of the town through out the centuries. These museums include the South African Naval Museum, Simon's Town Museum and The Heritage Museum.
Boulders Beach, amongst the best beaches in Cape Town. is only a few kilometers south of Simon's Town and is renowned for being a home to the African (Jackass) Penguins.
The False Bay Yacht Club offers tourists sea kayaking, boat charters, deep-sea fishing, whale watching and many more activities.
So if Cape Town is your destination, then Simon's Town is a must with its offerings of good accommodation, restaurants and pubs.
