Signal Hill
Viewpoint · Signal Hill, Cape Town

Signal Hill

Photo: Winstonza · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Signal Hill is a low flat-topped hill next to Lion's Head with wide views over the city, Table Bay and the Atlantic coast. The Noon Gun is fired from its slopes Monday to Saturday. It's a popular spot for sunset picnics.

On day 1 of Cape Town & Table Mountain

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
One to two hours
Best time
Late afternoon for sunset
Getting there
Drive or take a taxi from the city center

Itineraries with Signal Hill

Day 1 of Cape Town & Table Mountain

Table Mountain and the Waterfront

How Signal Hill fits into a day.
  1. 8:30Table Mountain Aerial CablewayTable Mountain
  2. 13:00Bo-KaapBo-Kaap
  3. 16:00V&A WaterfrontWaterfront
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Signal Hill questions

Can you see the sunset from Signal Hill?

Yes. The western side faces the ocean and gives direct views of the sun setting over the water.

When does the cannon fire on Signal Hill?

The signal gun fires at noon every day except Sundays and public holidays.

Is there parking at Signal Hill?

A small parking area sits at the top near the lookout. Space fills quickly on weekends and at sunset.

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