Things to do

Franschhoek

Widely known as SA’s Gourmet Capital, Franschhoek offers extraordinary cuisine amidst a French atmosphere with old Cape Dutch architecture. Its quaint main road is lined with restaurants, cafes and art galleries. Franschhoek is a short drive from Vrede en Lust.

Franschhoek Wine Tram

Wine Tram

Giraffe House

Giraffe House

Drakenstein Lion Park

African Croc Dive

The Alpaca Loom Coffee Shop and Weaving Studio

Petting zoo and coffee shop as well as arts & crafts

Babylonstoren

Restaurant, wine tasting, butchery, cheese shop and beautiful gardens and orchids well worth visiting for a walk

Wilderer Distillery & La Grapperia Bistro

Local Gin Distillery tasting and tours

Spice Route Restaurant

Collaboration of artisans that showcase their produce and share their knowledge. Tasting and experiences include wine, craft beer, biltong, artisan chocolate and Grappa tasting. The visitors experience is further enhanced with a glass blowing studio and the Spice Route Restaurant.

Franschhoek Pass

Scenic drive with fantastic views