Timeline
11:15
Walk up Signal Hill to reach the Noon Gun site before the daily firing.
12:00
Listen for the Noon Gun. The black powder Dutch naval guns fire alternatingly to mark the exact hour.
12:45
Head down to The Charles for a light lunch or coffee. The Charles is open until 17:00, making it a reliable stop in the early afternoon.
13:30
Stroll through the Company's Garden. This oldest garden in South Africa offers a peaceful, shaded walk in the city centre.
14:00
Pick up supplies or a snack at Spar if you need to restock before heading back.
Local tip
The Noon Gun fires at exactly 12:00. Arrive 15 minutes early to secure a good spot on the hill. The Charles closes at 17:00, so plan your lunch accordingly.
Check before you go
- The Charles is open Mo-Su 07:00-17:00.
- Spar is open 08:00-20:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cape Town (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).