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Evening

Sunset over Devil's Peak

Watch the light fade over the mountain, then head to a nearby pub to settle in for the evening.

Best time: sunsetAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 17:53

    Rhodes Memorial

    Find a spot on the wooden bench at Rhodes Memorial. The memorial sits on the lower slopes of Devil's Peak, offering a quiet, elevated perspective of the skyline before the crowds gather.

  2. 18:23

    Rhodes Memorial

    Stay put for sunset. The sun sets toward the WNW, casting the final golden light over the amphitheatre of the city and the mountain backdrop.

  3. 19:08

    Devil's Peak Brewing Company Taproom

    Walk up to Devil's Peak Brewing Company Taproom. It is a short walk from the memorial. Grab a drink and enjoy the evening atmosphere after the light has gone.

Local tip

Rhodes Memorial is accessible via a short walk from the city side. Check local routes for the best path up to the memorial if you are starting from the CBD.

Check before you go

  • Rhodes Memorial is outdoors; check the weather forecast for wind or rain.
  • Devil's Peak Brewing Company Taproom hours vary; check their current opening times before you go.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cape Town (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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