WELCOME TO PAARL
The Jewel of the Cape Winelands
Paarl, Cape Winelands, South Africa.
The beautiful town of Paarl is located in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands. It is surrounded by mountains, rivers and of course vineyards, making this a popular tourist destination for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Paarl boasts 192 000 inhabitants and is the third oldest town in South Africa after Cape Town and Stellenbosch. Paarl covers an area of roughly 64 square kilometres and runs diagonally next to the well-known Paarl Mountain, one of the biggest granite outcroppings in the world. The name Paarl comes from the Dutch translation meaning pearl, the first settlers saw the glistening granite of Paarl mountain from a distance, it shimmered like a pearl, wet with rain.
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PAARL
Accommodations
WELLNESS & SPA
Spa Center
Revitalise and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul at our wide variety or luxury Spa’s & Resorts. Pamper yourself with a full day package or a specialised individual treatment in the beautiful Paarl surroundings.
“Just wanted to thank you for our awesome stay in Paarl. It is by far one of the best places in South Arica to visit.”
CAROL JOHNSON
Discover & Experience Paarl
BEST RESTAURANTS
Dining Service
Paarl has a wide selection of culinary experiences to offer. From fine dining to traditional South African cuizine
“Paarl has so much to offer, we cant wait to visti again”
NARELLE HANRATTY
VENUE’S IN PAARL
Conferences
Our facilities allow for small and large meetings, seminars, corporate functions and events with conferencing equipment supplied, and tailor-made cuisine to suit the occasion and the budget.
VENUE’S IN PAARL
Weddings
Wedding reception venues in Paarl range from luxury guest houses offering a private ambience to larger banqueting venues at elegant country houses, cosy inns, austere barns and exclusive hotels.
IDEAS COME TRUE
Business
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PAARL
Property
On offer is a fantastic range of luxurious and magnificent architect designed property: houses, flats, apartments, villas, commercial and residential properties to let or on sell.
CAPE WINELANDS
Paarl Activities
Paarl Bird Watching
Welcome to a very familiar birding location in the Western Cape. Paarl Bird Sanctuary hosts some fascinating rarities including African Jacana, Greenbacked Heron, American Purple Gallinule, Greater Painted Snipe, Goliath Heron, African Pied Wagtail, Squacco Heron and many more. It’s absolutely free of charge to enter and drive along the roads alongside the ponds and have that excellent birding experience.
Paarl Fishing
There is some fantastic fishing activities in Paarl and the neighborhood. Whether you like the tranquil waters of a dam or the magnificent flowing waters of a river, you can titillate your fancy in the fresh water fishing spot. Bring all your assortment of fishing apparatus and enjoy a peaceful day as you wait for the sound of your drag announce that there is a fish on the hook!
Paarl Hiking
The Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve is a favourite with hikers and general nature lovers. Here you will also find Paarl Rock from which the town derives its jewel name.
Paarl Cycling
Cycling and mountain biking near and around Paarl gives that intriguing experience you never dreamt of. We have cycle and mountain biking tours in the Paarl area as well as cycle and mountain bike hire, sales and gear. Summer is the ideal time of the year to hit the delightful mountain trails on a wide network of cycling routes with some routes offering overnight facilities.
Paarl Wine Tasting
Make yourself comfortable and relax at the tasting tables or on one of the comfortable leather couches at any of the assortment of restaurants on the wine estates and taste a range of the fabulous wines produced in Paarl.
Paarl Mall & Shops
Paarl Mall, anchored by Pick n Pay, Woolworths, Edgars and group brands like Clicks, Truworths and Foschini takes care of all your shopping needs. You can also find all types of shops, stores and retailers in Paarl such as shopping centres, supermarkets,wholesalers, factory shops, convinience stores, department stores, second hand dealers and specialist shops.