Chapman's Peak Drive
Scenic Overlook in Cape Town€€
Chapman's Peak, Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
About
A 9km scenic toll road winding along the Atlantic coastline between Hout Bay and Noordhoek. It features 114 curves carved into steep cliffs, offering dramatic ocean views and a thrilling driving experience.
Written from public posts on TikTok. Updated Sep 2026.
Worth it?
Worth doing for anyone driving around Cape Town's peninsula. The 9 km road between Hout Bay and Noordhoek has 114 curves cut into the cliffs, and multiple lookout points let you stop for photos instead of craning your neck on the bends. It is a toll road, and it is also a popular route for cycling and running events.
Before you go
- Use the lookout points to stop for photos.
- Have the toll ready.
- Drive the full stretch between Hout Bay and Noordhoek.
Highlights
- 114 curves along the Atlantic coastline
- Popular route for cycling and running events
- Multiple lookout points for photography
- Connects Hout Bay and Noordhoek
Details
- Address
- Chapman's Peak, Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
- Phone
- +27 21 791 8222
- @chapmanspeakdrive
- Coordinates
- -34.08833, 18.35944
Good to know
Chapman's Peak Drive is a scenic overlook in Cape Town, South Africa. A 9km scenic toll road winding along the Atlantic coastline between Hout Bay and Noordhoek. It features 114 curves carved into steep cliffs, offering dramatic ocean views and a thrilling driving experience.
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