Cape Town, Western Cape

Gateway to
Cape Town Harbour

An industrial heartland 5 minutes from the city centre — where commerce, history, and harbour converge on the shores of Table Bay.

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5 minfrom City Centre
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Cape Town harbour near Paarden Eiland
"Island of Horses"
About the Area

Where industry
meets the sea

Paarden Eiland — Afrikaans for "island of horses" — is one of Cape Town's most strategically located industrial areas, nestled between the city bowl and the Atlantic harbour.

Home to nearly 100 businesses across automotive, manufacturing, marine, and retail, this peninsula district offers unmatched access to Cape Town's commercial infrastructure. It borders the Liesbeek and Black Rivers, which meet here before emptying into Table Bay.

Every Sunday, a beloved flea market fills the area with colour, craft, and community — a counterpoint to the working week's industry.

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Why Paarden Eiland

The ideal location
for your business

Strategically positioned for logistics, retail, and manufacturing alike.

01

Harbour Access

Direct proximity to Cape Town's international harbour — ideal for import, export, and logistics-focused operations.

02

City Connectivity

5 minutes from the CBD with MyCiTi BRT access, and the N1/N2 highway network nearby.

03

Large Showrooms

Spacious industrial properties suited to automotive, home improvement, retail, and leisure industries.

04

Sunday Market

A popular flea market every Sunday draws foot traffic from across Cape Town — boosting visibility for local businesses.

05

CID Management

PECID ensures maintained infrastructure, security, and area improvement — a professionally managed business precinct.

06

Natural Setting

Bordered by the Liesbeek and Black Rivers, with views toward Table Mountain — rare industrial beauty.

City Improvement District

Maintained, managed,
and thriving

PECID — the Paarden Eiland City Improvement District — is a Section 21 company owned and funded by all property owners in the area. It ensures the precinct is clean, safe, and continuously improved for businesses and visitors alike.

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