Cape Town & Winelands: a taste of the Cape

A town in South Africa’s winelands with a distinct French heritage, Franschhoek is nestled within a mountainous valley and is often named as the gastronomic capital of South Africa. Enjoy one of its many excellent eating options as well as a handful of art galleries, and make one of the stylish guesthouses a base to explore South Africa’s surrounding wine country and vineyards.

South Africa’s wine capital is elegant and buzzing, popular with both locals and tourists as well as being home to a large student population due to its University. Take a tour of one of many surrounding wineries to sample the world-famed local drink before exploring the town’s oak-lined avenues, filled with some of the best Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian architecture in the country. Enjoy sophisticated boutiques and high-quality restaurants as well as interesting art galleries and museums.

Overlooked by the spectacular Table Mountain, Cape Town is a modern and multicultural city home to a melting pot of cultures and breathtaking landscape. Although known for its natural wonders, Cape Town is a buzzing metropolis with vibrant nightlife, diverse cuisine and a huge creative scene - having been named a World Design Capital in 2014. Despite its long and troubled history, nowadays Cape Town offers a relaxed environment where visitors can enjoy this laid-back city and take advantage of its many attractions.