Sea Point promenade upgrade wraps up: Here’s what’s changed

The City of Cape Town has completed long-awaited upgrades to the Sea Point Promenade and Granger Bay parking area, improving access to one of the city’s most popular coastal walkways.  

After delays caused by a contractor switch mid-project, the area is once again fully open to the public, just in time for those bracing for winter walks and tidal pool dips.

What’s been upgraded?

• Improved pedestrian walkways and coastal landscaping
• A revamped Granger Bay parking area with better surface treatments and layout
• New rock revetments and swales to help with coastal resilience and water drainage  

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The only element still outstanding is the footway and coping at Rocklands Beach, which remains closed pending a structural assessment of the supporting concrete slab.  

“We thank residents for their patience … Residents from across Cape Town can now enjoy the upgraded space,” said Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews.

The Promenade: Cape Town's space to move, meet and breathe 

The Sea Point Promenade is more than a walkway. It’s one of Cape Town’s most loved public spaces. Stretching along the Atlantic Seaboard, it links beaches, rock pools, and open green spaces, drawing everyone from early morning joggers and dog walkers to ocean swimmers and sundown strollers.

It's also home to Sea Point Pavilion - one of the city's most beautiful public pools.

Upgrades to this space are a meaningful step in maintaining access to free, outdoor recreation — something Cape Town locals value deeply.

Planning a visit?

Grab a coffee, find a parking spot at Granger Bay, and take a stroll or find a spot on one of the art benches. The area is also filled with delight coffee shops and cafes making it the perfect spot to start or unwind for the day. 

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