What to do in Paarl

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Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

Wine Tour: Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch incl 3 wineries

Activity duration is 8 hours
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Price is ฿1,514 per adult
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Big 5 Aquila Safari Full Day Tour and Lunch

Big 5 Aquila Safari Full Day Tour and Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
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Price is ฿5,595 per adult
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History & culture

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Wine Tour at Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl

Wine Tour at Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl

Activity duration is 9 hours
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Price is ฿1,476 per adult
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Half-Day Small Group Cooking Experience in Franschhoek

Half-Day Small Group Cooking Experience in Franschhoek

Activity duration is 4 hours
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Price is ฿3,790 per adult
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What to do in Paarl

Popular places to visit

Table Mountain showing landscape views and mountains

Table Mountain

One of the world’s oldest mountains creates an iconic backdrop to the Cape Town skyline. Climb to the summit for breathtaking views of the surrounding coast.

Table Mountain
Camps Bay Beach showing a beach and a coastal town

Camps Bay Beach

See and be seen, admire beautiful sunsets and go hiking in the famous Twelve Apostles at one of Cape Town’s most stylish beaches.

Camps Bay Beach
Boulders Beach which includes rugged coastline and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Boulders Beach

Get a privileged close-up view of an African penguin colony among the spectacular rock formations at this beach that also offers excellent swimming conditions.

Boulders Beach
Cape of Good Hope featuring a beach, landscape views and general coastal views

Cape of Good Hope

Experience the stunning scenery and a wealth of native wildlife at what is almost Africa’s most southerly point.

Cape of Good Hope
Clifton Bay Beach featuring a beach, a coastal town and rugged coastline

Clifton Bay Beach

Soft white sand, aquamarine water, striking mountain views and picture-perfect sunsets lure visitors to this collection of four fashionable beaches.

Clifton Bay Beach
Cape Town Stadium featuring a sunset and a city

Cape Town Stadium

Take a guided tour of this modern sports arena and then watch a soccer or rugby match while sitting among an energetic, vuvuzela-playing crowd.

Cape Town Stadium
Long Street

Long Street

Admire the Victorian architecture of the buildings and the quirky atmosphere in the bookstores and museums of this iconic street.

Long Street
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens featuring a garden and a bridge

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

Discover the diversity of South Africa’s extraordinary flora with a stroll around the country’s premier botanic gardens.

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens
Cape Point showing rocky coastline and a beach

Cape Point

Experience an end-of-the-world sensation while discovering dramatic landscapes and spotting myriad bird species at Africa’s most southwesterly point.

Cape Point

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Windmeul

Windmeul is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Paarl area, you might plan a trip to Rhebokskloof Estate or Bain's Whisky Distillery.

Windmeul

Day trip destinations from Paarl

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront showing a lake or waterhole

Cape Town

Franschhoek which includes a church or cathedral, flowers and heritage architecture

Franschhoek

Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch

Frequently asked questions

Is Paarl worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Paarl is explore Anura Vineyards. Tick this leading attraction off your to-do list, then experience more of this area's family-friendly attractions and distilleries and craft breweries.
How do I spend a day in Paarl?
After you've checked off leading attractions like Exotic Animal World and Fairview Wines, spend some time exploring the retail and food options in Paarl.
What is the top tourist attraction in Paarl?
The top tourist attraction in Paarl is Anura Vineyards, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Paarl?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off many city sights, including KWV Wine Emporium, Fairview Wines and Diemersfontein Winery. The average stay in Paarl is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your break, Matroosfontein isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Paarl with kids?
Planning what to do in Paarl with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep them busy here.

What to do in Paarl for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or fan of Mother Nature, there are lots of things to do in Paarl for adults including Anura Vineyards and KWV Wine Emporium.
Are there free things to do in Paarl?
One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Paarl is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without taking your wallet out. Afrikaans Language Monument is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.