Noordhoek Common is a beautiful, expansive coastal common in Cape Town, known for its stunning beaches, hiking trails, and the historic Noordhoek Farm Village.
Currency
ZAR (R)
Best time to visit
September to May
Languages
Afrikaans · English · Xhosa · Zulu
Coordinates
-34.083°, 18.367°
Key facts
1Noordhoek Common is home to the highest dune field in the Western Cape
2It offers excellent whale watching from June to November
3The common is a popular spot for horse riding along the beach
Timeline
1652: The area was first visited by Dutch settlers
1806: Noordhoek became part of the British Cape Colony
1918: Noordhoek Farm was established
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craftR150 - R500
Noordhoek Common Pottery
Handcrafted pottery, unique to Noordhoek Common, reflecting the local landscape and culture.
📍 Noordhoek Common Market
foodR50 - R100 per pack
Bokkoms (Salted and dried mullet)
A traditional West Coast delicacy, bokkoms are sun-dried and salted mullet, a local fishing specialty.
📍 Local farm stalls along the R27
artR200 - R1000
West Coast Fossil Art
Artwork made from fossils found along the West Coast, showcasing the region's unique geological history.
📍 !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre
otherR20 - R100 per box
Rooibos Tea
Grown exclusively in the Cederberg region, rooibos tea is a caffeine-free herbal tea with a unique flavor.