Attractions IN Paarl
National Monuments
Afrikaanse Taal Monument
Known simply as the Taal monument or Afrikaans language monument, the most famous Afrikaans icon, die Afrikaanse Taalmonument, sits on Paarl rock, erected in 1975 to commemorate the semi centenary of Afrikaans as an official language, separate from ...
Museums
Afrikaanse Taalmuseum (Language Museum)
The Afrikaanse Taalmuseum (language museum) in Paarl, set on the banks of the Berg River, and roughly 50 kilometres north east of Cape Town, is at once associated with the Afrikaanse Taalmuseum, and a dedication to the Afrikaans language. The Afrikaans ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Miscellaneous
Butterfly World
Butterfly World, the largest butterfly park in South Africa, lies at the cross roads of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Wellington, just off the N1 at exit 47, near a little village known as Klapmuts. A visit to Butterfly World is a stop that takes little ...
Nature Reserves
Limietberg Nature Reserve
Lying in the Du Toitskloof Mountains close to Paarl, Limietberg Nature Reserve is a beautiful space in which to spend time, particularly if you are a hiker. There are nine separate hiking trails that wind through fynbos, indigenous forest, rugged and ...
Golf Courses
Paarl Golf Club
The course is laid out over an indulgent 140 hectares and the 27 holes have been grouped into the Berg River, Paarl and Boschenmeer “Nines.” The views, hazard and tree-lined lush green fairways have secured Boschenmeer amongst the must-play courses in ...
Nature Reserves
Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve
The reserve is easy to get to and its network of paths make a walk up the mountain very much a part of the average Paarl resident's everyday life. The circular Klipkers nature trail takes roughly two hours to complete, comes with a guidebook to help you ...
Landmarks / Natural Wonders
Paarl Rock
Paarl Rock is the bulbous granite outcrop that is part of the larger Paarl Mountain, standing out from miles away for its smooth, flawless appearance, from where it gets its name. The views from here are nothing short of breath-taking, providing perfect ...
Wine Routes
Paarl Vintners Wine Route
Paarl Vintners has earned its place as the world's first ‘red route' because of its focus on wines such as Roodeberg, Cabernet Sauvignon, port and Shiraz. The Paarl district includes the wards of Franschhoek and Wellington as well as the newer wards of ...
Wine Estates
Paarl Wine Estates
This route combines world-class wines with breath-taking scenery to create an idyllic destination for just about anybody. The sweltering, dry summers and chilly winters give Paarl the perfect climate for an array of wine varieties. Whether red white or ...
Attractions AROUND Paarl
Mountain Passes / Mountain Reserves / World Heritage Sites
Boland Mountain Complex
The Boland Mountain Complex includes the Kogelberg Nature Reserve, Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve, Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve, and Limietberg Nature Reserve. About 40 km to the east of Cape Town, ...
Nature Reserves
Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve
Lying within the Western Cape's Cape Floral Kingdom, the 322 030 hectare Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve (CWBR) lies roughly 40 km east of Cape Town. It was officially registered by UNESCO in September 2007. The Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve is ...
Mountain Passes
Du Toitskloof Pass
Du Toitskloof Pass lies on the R101 between Paarl and Worcester, although these days most people are not even aware they're on the pass for they opt to use the Huguenot Tunnel, which means you shave a significant 11 kilometres off the original drive. You ...
Popular Tourist Routes / Wine Estates
Franschhoek Food and Wine Route
Franschhoek Wine Valley Food and Wine Route includes the restaurants and wine estates that fall into the Franschhoek valley, even if these borders have relaxed somewhat to include the R45 between Klapmuts and Simondium. Already regarded as the 'gourmet ...
Landmarks / Mandela Route / Miscellaneous
Groot Drakenstein Prison
The Groot Drakenstein correctional facility (the former Victor Verster maximum security prison near Simondium, between Franschhoek and Paarl) is a working prison that was renamed in 2000. It is on the map chiefly because this was the last place in which ...
Landmarks / Mountain Passes
Helshoogte Pass
Helshoogte Pass, one of the most loved and travelled roads in the Western Cape, links Stellenbosch with the Drakenstein Valley, a scenic pass that transports one over the saddle that separates Simonsberg from the Jonkershoekberge and wends its way past ...
Nature Reserves
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
The beautiful Jonkershoek Nature Reserve lies in the Jonkershoek Valley just above Stellenbosch. Surrounded by the magnificent Jonkershoek Mountains, part of the Boland mountain range, this is the place for wonderful hikes within their peaks and ...
Golf Courses
Pearl Valley on Val de Vie Estate
The Pearl Valley course is surrounded by the Simonsberg and Drakenstein Mountains and bordered by vineyards with The Berg River water hazard running through it. Pearl Valley Signature Golf Estate and Spa is destined to become the premier residential golf ...
Nature Reserves
Simonsberg Conservancy
Head to the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch, in the heart of the winelands, where you can explore a series of MTB trails and hikes on the Uitkyk, Delheim and Muratie estates. These wine estates lie in the ...
Museums
Wijnland Auto Museum
There are those who live in Cape Town and its surrounds who have not even heard of the Wijnland Auto Museum, one of the most interesting places to visit that not only contains an unbelievable amount of history, but one of the most incredible collections ...
... and a little further afield
Nature Reserves
Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve
Just outside Stellenbosch, lying in the beautiful Jonkershoek Valley, is Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve. It is a particularly scenic nature reserve set on the Eerste River with the Stellenbosch Mountain in the background and SAFCOL plantations and ...
Landmarks / Museums
Boekenhoutskloof House
Boekenhoutskloof wine estate produces a couple of well-known wines - The Wolftrap, Porcupine Ridge and The Chocolate Block. It lies in the farthest corner of the Franschhoek valley. The farm has been here since 1776 ...
Wine Estates
Bottelary Hills Wine Estates
Nestled amidst the idyllic beauty of the Cape Winelands is the Bottelary Hills region, home to a number of acclaimed wine farms as well as to the Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy. This area (including Stellenbosch) was founded by explorer Simon ...
Museums
Burgerhuis Museum
The Burgerhuis, a cultural museum in Stellenbosch, is one of a group of historical buildings that surround the village green, also know as the Braak. Stellenbosch's village green was laid out as early as 1703 as a parade ground that today lies at the ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Landmarks / Popular Tourist Routes / Uniquely South African / World Heritage Sites
Cape Floral Region
Cape Floristic Region is a South African UNESCO World Heritage Site: Cape Floral Region Protected Areas in the Western Cape Province, South Africa also known as The Cape Floral ...
Entertainment / Landmarks
Cape Town Film Studios
Cape Town Film Studios lie on the edge of Cape Town, just off the N2 where it meets Baden Powell Drive. Almost everyone in Cape Town knows the studio because of the two pirate ships alongside the N2. There is reportedly a beach-side village ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Champion Trees
It is difficult to believe, when you first stroll down the predominantly oak-lined streets of Stellenbosch, that not every tree is a champion tree. There are so many of them and they tower above you, obviously decades old ...
Golf Courses
De Zalze Golf Club
Course architect Peter Matkovich, designer of the Leopard Rock, Arabella & Pinnacle Point course to name a few, has created a stunning course and succeeded in creating an course where accuracy is valued above all else. Challenges include the ...
Golf Courses
Devonvale Golf Course
Nestled in the Bottelary Valley Hills, just 5 minutes outside of the Stellenbosch, Devonvale is a championship golf course that was originally designed by Ken Elkin, a favourite course architect who designed the more notable of Western Cape courses. In ...
Landmarks
Dorp Street
Dorp Street is a particularly delightful, and historically rich, road along which to wander when in Stellenbosch. If you enjoy walking (and who doesn't like to stroll through a country village) then this part of the 'old town' of Stellenbosch with its ...
Paarl as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Du Toitskloof, Franschhoek, Gouda, Groot Drakenstein, Klapmuts, Pniel, Simondium, Stellenbosch, Tulbagh, Wellington
Staying Overnight
Paarl Diamant Guest Farm
Situated in Paarl, Paarl Diamant Guest Farm accommodates a total of 17 guests in five units. Farm animals, such as chickens, guinea-pigs and dove...
Nuwerus Lodge
Situated in the heart of the Cape Winelands, just on the outskirts of the historic town of Paarl lies Nuwerus Lodge. Nestled between neighbouring...
Grande Roche Hotel
Grande Roche is a celebrated international hotel, famous for its exquisite location in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands as well as for i...
Vrede en Lust The Residence
Vrede en Lust The Residence is an iconic villa located at Vrede & Lust Wine Estate in the popular area of Franschhoek. The villa enjoys picturesq...
Valley Golf Lodges
Valley Golf Lodges provides accommodation in a high-security estate, close to the golf course. Pearl Valley Golf Course is rated a must play golf...
In-A-Tree Studio Apartment
This elegant studio apartment includes a bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom. With Wi-Fi, DStv, a cosy fireplace, and a kitchen...
De Leeuwenhof Guest House
De Leeuwenhof Guest House is family driven and is a true romantic holiday destination, providing accommodation surrounded by vineyards and mounta...
Modderkloof Farm Accommodation
Modderkloof Farm offers accommodation in two units on Modderkloof Farm. This is a working fruit and wine farm found near the Klein Drakenstein Mo...
Zonnevanger B&B
Zonnevanger B&B offers accommodation on a privately owned farm between Paarl and Wellington close to Windmeul, situated 9 kilometers from central...
Pearl Valley Hotel
Pearl Valley Hotel is a luxury establishment offering accommodation on the award-winning Val de Vie Estate, internationally recognised for its po...
Zomerlust Boutique Hotel
Established in 1856, Zomerlust Boutique Hotel in Paarl is a gem of old-world charm with the warm hospitality that the Cape Winelands are known fo...
Boerfontein Nocellara Cottage
Nocellara is a ground floor apartment which is perfectly suited to a couple. The large, open plan studio is furnished with a King-size bed. The a...
Nantes-Vue Guest House
Nantes-vue is conveniently situated in the beautiful town of Paarl. This Guest House in Paarl offers spacious guest rooms and a loft room which h...
Madeliefie
Madeliefie offers bed & breakfast accommodation in Paarl close to many wine farms, great attractions and a number of things to do. Choose from t...
Middelplaas Paarl Guesthouse
Middelplaas Paarl Guesthouse offers comfortable, affordable and quality accommodation in Paarl. Paarl, a picturesque town in the Cape Winelands, ...
The Light House Boutique Suites
The Light House Boutique Suites, offering the best in luxury accommodation, is situated in Paarl, a beautiful valley with ancient soils and a div...
Mon Reve Estate
Mon Rêve Estate offers Cape Winelands self catering accommodation in the northern foothills of the Simonsberg Mountain in the Paarl valley. From ...
La Maison On Main
La Maison On Main is a two storey villa offering self catering accommodation in Paarl, Cape Winelands. A true pioneer in boutique luxury, offerin...
Mount Vernon Manor
Mount Vernon Manor has five bedrooms with four bathrooms. The large modern kitchen is fully equipped with high-end amenities and the dining room ...
Lemoenkloof Guest House
Lemoenkloof is centrally situated in Paarl on the wine route. The hotel offers easy access to the neighbouring towns Wellington, Stellenbosch, Fr...
Boerfontein Stables Cottage
Located in an old horse stable where the original horse boxes have been converted into bedrooms (accommodates 4), Boerfontein Stables Apartment h...
Angala Boutique Hotel
Featuring spacious suites and cottages, accommodating up to 4 people in the two bedroom Luxury Suite and Garden Suite. Special attention has been...
Diamant Estate
Diamant Estate offers accommodation at the foot of Paarl Mountain, some 6km from the centre of Paarl. Diamant Estate offers peace and serenity, n...
The Rock Lodge
The Rock Lodge is a gorgeous lodge with a patio, braai area and a wood-fired hot tub. It is air-conditioned, furnished with a Queen-size bed and ...
Retreat @ Waterfall Valley
Situated on 23 picturesque hectares amongst olive orchards, vineyards, and buchu land, Cascade Country Manor is an idyllic and luxurious private ...
Bakenhof Winelands Lodge
Bakenhof offers comfortable bed only accommodation on the Bakenhof Winelands farm in the Wellington / Paarl area. All rooms have Wi-Fi, a private...
Aan de Paarlberg
Aan de Paarlberg is a lifestyle guest house in Paarl situated close to Paarl Gymnasium high school. It offers a relaxing home away from home with...
Boerfontein Mountain View Cottage
Located in the beautiful region of Paardeberg, Boerfontein Mountain View Suite offers accommodation in a tranquil environment, close to wine esta...
Amberg Country Estate
Situated in a beautiful, peaceful environment with trees, flowers and a large swimming pool, Amberg Country Estate offers self catering cottages....
Druk-My-Niet Wine Estate
Situated at the top of the farm Druk-My-Niet Wine Estate offers accommodation with gorgeous views of the Paarl Valley. The estate has a swimming ...
Dawn Mountains One
Dawn Mountains One is an apartment offering self-catering accommodation located on the Dawn Mountains Farm in Klapmuts, in the heart of the Frans...
Dome Glamping SA
Welcome to Dome Glamping SA, located in the Berg River Resort on the banks of the Berg River in the Western Cape, surrounded by the Stellenbosch,...
Kalamata Cottage
Boerfontein Kalamata Apartment is a ground floor studio apartment which is ideally suited to a couple. The spacious, open plan studio is furnishe...
Alexander Heaven
Alexander Heaven is a self-catering holiday home in Paarl, in the Cape Winelands, and various top-class golf courses. It has three bedrooms and o...
Waterside at Le Bonheur
Le Bonheur Waterside Stays offers tranquil accommodation in Paarl and is a convenient base from which to explore the splendour of the Winelands. ...
Paddabult Self Catering Cottages
Situated on the historic Bloemendal farm, established by grant in 1692 by Governor Simon van der Stel and surrounded by lush vineyards with the i...
Agathos B&B
Agathos B&B offers accommodation for ten guests in a warm, welcoming atmosphere in Paarl, Cape Winelands. The nearest airport is Cape Town Inter...
Denneboom Vineyards and Wildlife
Accommodation is offered in a two bedroom cottage located in a private game reserve in the Voor-Paardeberg wine region, the cottage is in the vel...
Brookdale Manor House
Brookdale Manor House offers guest house accommodation, a haven of peace and wellness amongst the vines where every season brings different moods...
Goedemoed Farm Guest House
Goedemoed Farm Guest House offers accommodation on a working grape farm. Choose from our two guest rooms, each equipped with a TV, DStv, Wi-Fi, a...
De Wingerd Wijnland Lodge
In the middle of the picturesque Cape Winelands, Andrew Rahn welcomes guests to "De Wingerd", bordering the vineyards on the slopes of Paarl Moun...
Vrede en Lust
Comprising of two manor houses perfectly located for the wine lover, Vrede en Lust is 15 minutes from Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Up to ...
Belmonte Guesthouse
Belmonte Guesthouse is situated against the slopes of Paarl Mountain and although in the centre of town, we are on eight hectares of land with ou...
Le Bac Guesthouse
This stylish and enchanting estate is conveniently situated in the Winelands region of the picturesque Western Cape Province of South Africa. The...
Lu's Guest House
Lu's Guest House offers comfortable accommodation in a warm, modern guest house situated in the Paarl Winelands. This historical town is popular ...
Paarl Views
Paarl Views offers three self-catering units, which can accommodate between two and three persons. The units are beautifully decorated and furnis...
Boerfontein Garden Cottage
Perfectly suited to accommodate a couple, Boerfontein Garden Suite is surrounded by race horse breeding farms and within close driving distance t...
Pontac Manor
Pontac Manor Hotel & Restaurant is a celebrated establishment in the historic town of Paarl, at the heart of the Cape Winelands. Surrounded by ma...
Paarl Self-catering @ Gim
Indulge in comfort at Paarl Self-catering @ Gim. Each unit offers unique features, from a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette to private braai ...
Du Kloof Lodge
Du Kloof Lodge offers a great choice of accommodation options on Du Toitskloof Pass, between Paarl and Rawsonville. While here guests can make us...
Dawn Mountains Two
Dawn Mountains Two is a downstairs holiday apartment in Klapmuts with two bedrooms furnished with twin beds that can convert to King-size beds. T...
The Perch Winelands
The Perch Winelands is literally perched in the middle of the Cape Winelands, offering accommodation with the most spectacular views of the surro...
d'Olyfboom Guest Rooms
d'Olyfboom Guest Rooms offers comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation in Paarl. There are five spacious, comfortable guest rooms sleeping two...
Picardie Guest Farm
Picardie Guest Farm offers comfortable accommodation in Paarl. The farm permeates a rich heritage that contributes to its charm. Nestled below th...
Spacious Art Deco Flat
The Spacious Art Deco Flat is a lovely apartment where light enters from the windows and in the winter you can enjoy natural sunlight. It has one...
Boschenmeer House
Incredible views over the winelands, a relaxed atmosphere and a tranquil riverside setting are combined with luxurious self catering units which ...
Under Oaks The Vineyard Suites
The Vineyard Suites on Under Oaks is nestled in the middle of the vineyards with magnificent lawns leading down to a farm dam. The accommodation ...
Paarl Mountain Lodge
Paarl Mountain Lodge gives a warm welcome to international and local tourists, adventurers as well as corporate travellers from South Africa and ...
Adara Palmiet Valley Palace Suite
Adara Palmiet Valley Vineyard House is located in Paarl on the Palmiet Valley Estate. The area is in the heart of the winelands and the estate is...
The Orange Bowl
The Orange Bowl offers accommodation in Paarl in the Cape Winelands, strategically positioned at the entrance to one of the most prominent educat...
Oak Tree Lodge
Oak Tree Lodge is centrally situated, in a large garden setting with mature trees and lovely views. Spacious bedrooms designed for comfort and pr...
The Olive Lodge
The Olive Lodge at the foot of the Klein Drakenstein Mountain in Paarl is on a working Wagyu cattle farm in the beautiful Cape Winelands. Enjoy t...
The Paarl Grand
Located on the lower level of a shared property, The Paarl Grand is a spacious self-catering apartment that is ideal for a corporate traveller or...
Adara Palmiet Valley Farm Hotel
Adara Palmiet Valley Farm Hotel is located on the Palmiet Valley Estate in the heart of the South African Winelands. Guests can enjoy staying on ...
Pearl Valley Golf Safari SA
Pearl Valley Golf Safari SA offers accommodation in a self catering lodge and a hotel suite apartment. The estate has a swimming pool golf course...
Alba House
Alba House is a luxury Bed & Breakfast in the Cape Winelands. The guest house is situated in a quiet, elevated residential area, with sweeping vi...
5 Konings Accommodation
5 Konings Accommodation in Paarl invites you to stay in one of our 4 stylishly decorated, en-suite rooms catering for your comfort and enjoyment....
Kimi's Self Catering Cottage
Kimi's Self Catering Cottage is situated on the R45 in Simondium, 8km from Paarl, 18km from Franschhoek. The cottage sleeps four guests in two ro...
Tempel Wines Guesthouse
Tempel Wines Guesthouse is located on a wine farm situated in Northern Paarl, and offers comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation in guest roo...
Skinkikofi Manor
Securely nestled on a foothill under the ever-watchful eye of the Paarl Rock, you will find Skinkikofi Manor guest house, a welcome pit stop to t...
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