Weekend Guide · South Africa
Weekend in Franschhoek
Franschhoek — the 'food and wine capital' of South Africa, settled by French Huguenots in the 17th century and now home to some of the country's finest restaurants and wine estates, all set against dramatic mountain scenery..
2 days recommended Franschhoek, South Africa Est. $524 for 2 days
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Franschhoek
Franschhoek Wine Tram
A hop-on hop-off tram and bus route linking the valley's top wine estates for tastings and cellar tours
Huguenot Memorial Museum
Museum and monument honoring the French Huguenot settlers who founded the valley and its winemaking tradition
Franschhoek Motor Museum
One of the finest classic car collections in the Southern Hemisphere, housed on the Franschhoek Motor Museum estate
Local Tips
- 1South Africa is moderately priced and offers a lot of value for money, especially with a strong US dollar/rand exchange rate.
- 2Safety varies significantly by area, and it's worth being upfront about this: South Africa has one of the world's higher crime rates, and petty theft, car-jackings, and armed robbery are genuine risks in parts of Johannesburg and other urban centers.