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Paarl

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Wineries Classes Parks

Pearl of the Winelands

The town of Paarl remains best known for its landscape, dominated by a gargantuan granite outcrop--it's also notable as the birthplace of the Afrikaans language. Boasting a picturesque setting and rural vibe, the town provides visitors with easy access to an assortment of peaceful wine estates, scenic drives, and nature reserves. On a holiday in Paarl, you can take walks on the long main street, lined with restaurant, charming cafes, and buildings that remain outstanding examples of Dutch style architecture and provide a glimpse into the town's colorful history. Paarl is in Western Cape. Customize your holiday with our South Africa trip planning website to create an adventure that suits you.
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Top Paarl tours
Cape Town Super Saver: Cape Point Highlights Tour plus Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $100
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Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl Valley Wine Day Trip BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $75
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Popular things to do in Paarl

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Fairview Wine and Cheese
Suider Paarl
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Spice Route Destination
Suider Paarl
4.1
Duration: 4​h
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Afrikaans Language Monument
4.4
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve
4.8
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Side trips from Paarl

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Boschendal Wine Estate
Groot Drakenstein
4.0
Duration: 4​h
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Franschhoek Pass
Franschhoek
4.9
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Franschhoek Motor Museum
Franschhoek
4.8
Duration: 1​h
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Dolphin & Whale Watching
Hermanus
3.7
Duration: 4​h 30​min

Hidden gems in Paarl

Nederburg Wines
4.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Horseback Riding Tours
5.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Ashia
5.0
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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KWV Wine Emporium
4.6
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Wineries in Paarl

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Mellasat Vineyards
4.7
Duration: 1​h
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Avondale Wine
4.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Vondeling Wines
4.8
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Plaisir de Merle
4.5
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Shopping in Paarl

DV Artisan Chocolate
4.7
Duration: 30​min
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Dalewood Fromage
4.6
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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De Villiers Chocolate
4.5
Duration: 2​h 30​min
Brenda's
Suider Paarl
4.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Parks in Paarl

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Paarl Bird Sanctuary
3.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Limietberg Nature Reserve
3.2
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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