1.Taste your way through Constantia Valley Wine Route
Spend the afternoon sampling wines in the oldest wine making region in the Cape. Right on the city’s doorstep, the Constantia Valley is home to some of the oldest and most prestigious farms in the country. All 10 farms are close together, meaning you can hop from one to the other with minimum fuss, but we would recommend taking two to three days to really explore the area properly. Each farm has its own unique selling point and charm, but one thing they all have in common is fantastic wine and superb attention to detail.
For a list of our Wine Farms : Constantia Valley Wine Farms
2.Adventurous Ziplining
There is arguably no better way to absorb the splendour of Constantia Valley. The SA Forest Adventures Zipline at Silvermist Wine Estate, near Constantia Nek. It combines adventure and sight-seeing into one unique experience. The 2.3-kilometre course is one of the longest in Africa with the lines differing in distance and speed. Once you’re done, be sure to quench your thirst at Green Vine Eatery, which you more than likely got a bird’s eye view of while zipping your way across Silvermist.
bookings@saforestadventures.co.za for more information. Open 7 days a week, from 9am until 6:30pm
3. Take in the Sounds
The Bay Sports Bar hosts live music every Wednesday and Friday throughout winter. Kids eat free on Wednesdays and with specials like buy one get one free Schnitzels every Tuesday and Thursday, it should be enough to get you out of the house for an early dinner with the family. Pop in during the weekend and you are bound to catch a local rugby game or two.
info@thebaysportsbar.co.za or call +27 (0)21 794 0652
4.Soup & Wine Pairing at Glen
Constantia Glen has Rindsgulasch Suppe (traditional Austrian Beef Goulash soup) served with a freshly baked baguette, French Onion soup with a rich beef stock base served with Croûte au Fromage, and Creamy roasted Butternut & Sage soup with coconut milk, Gorgonzola & chive garnish.
These soups are available in single servings @R85, or – if you can’t choose – served as a trio of smaller servings @R90. Each of these soups can be perfectly paired with one of Constantia Glen’s wines.
If you are more into a bit of sweetness, Constantia Glen is happy to have added a wine and chocolate pairing to their current repertoire of tasting experiences available at the tasting room. You may also enjoy one of the popular Cheese & Charcuterie Platters to accompany their award-winning wines.
tastingroom@constantiaglen.com or call +27 (0)21 795 6100
5.Single Malt Sessions at Peddlar’s & Co.
Don’t think we forgot about you avid whiskey lovers out there…that’s right folks! Single Malt Sessions are still on at Peddlars and Co. every Thursday between 17:00 and 21:00 PM. If Malt doesn’t tickle you, a warm glass of their homemade Gluhwein should do the trick.
info@peddlars.co.za or call +27 (0)21 794 7747
6.Earth Fair Market
A top quality market experience. These guys are all about pasture reared and ethically farmed animal products, fresh produce shopping. From fresh baked bread to a warm cup of Gluhwein. Great family outing with fun kiddies area. Change the way you shop!
info@earthfairmarket.co.za for more information. Open Wednesdays from 3pm till 9pm and Saturdays from 9am till 2pm 
7.The Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig
Having launched in January 2015, The Bike Park at Constantia Uitsig is being updated constantly and offers cyclists of all ages and skill levels, laps and laps of fun. Featuring a variety of pump tracks currently totaling 2.8 km’s, there are beginner jump lines all the way to expert drop-offs, rock gardens, a wooden berm, rollers and a suspension sky bridge (that tracks the canopy of the trees) ending in a corkscrew exit.
Entry fee: R50 per day (no charge for spectators) or R750 per year. There is a special R30 off-peak charge between 8-9am daily. A card machine is on the premises.
chris@chrisnixon.co.za for more information. Open 7 days a week, from 8 am until 6:30pm
8.Green Vine Eatery Wine Deli
Sit by the fireplace and sample some of Silvermist Organic Wines at Green Vine Eatery new Wine Deli. Silvermist Vineyards offers Winter Specials on Silvermist Organic Wine packs available exclusively at Green Vine Wine Deli.
silvermisteatery@gmail.com or call +27 (0)21 794 7601
9.Groot Constantia Chocolate Pairing & Cellar Tour
Take a step back in time and experience how Groot Constantia wines are made. Enjoy a 45-60 minute guided tour through the modern cellar, followed by a wine tasting and audio-visual screening. Enjoy a chocolate and wine pairing (includes 4 delectable chocolates paired with 4 of their award winning wines) R80.00 per person.
info@grootconstantia.co.za or call +27 (0)21 794 5128
10.Book with the Official Constantia Wine Tour
Blake and his team at The Constantia Wine Tour offers exclusive tours of the Constantia Wine Estates and takes you to the oldest iconic estates and award-winning modern boutique wineries in the region. With exclusive access to the high mountain slopes of Eagles Nest, you’ll be taken on a 4×4 adventure to some of the most breathtaking views. These guys also offer a VIP experience at Klein Constantia which is unlike any other.
bookings@theconstantiawinetour.co.za or call +27 (0)21 794 4873
11.See the Sights
Sit inside and enjoy the Mother City’s amazing views in the warm comfort of the City Sightseeing Bus.
The Purple wine tour does three wine stops: Beau Constantia Wine Estate, Groot Constantia Wine Estate and Eagles’ Nest Wine Farm which form part of the Constantia Valley Wine Route, one of the oldest wine-growing regions in Southern Africa, hailing back to the late 1600s.
There are entrance fees and charges for wine tastings, and Beau Constantia is open only from Wednesday to Sunday, so plan ahead. In particular, leave plenty of time to add the Purple Wine Tour to your day, as there is plenty to do.
info@citysightseeing.co.za or call +27 (0)86 173 3287
12.Get around on the Ol’ Two Wheeler
Experience the oldest Cape wine route whilst cycling through the sophisticated Constantia suburb that has some of the finest structures of the Cape Dutch architecture. Enjoy award winning wines whilst exploring the valley on a bicycle.
AWOL Tours in Cape Town; is a leading outdoor specialist in private hiking and cycling tours. This environmentally friendly style of travelling opens doors for genuine and real interactions between locals and guests. The experienced AWOL Team has achieved the balance between expert trip planning and freedom, so that there is space for breath-taking adventure.
info@awoltours.co.za or call +27 (0)21 418 3803
13.Get Cooking with the Kids
Need to keep the kids busy during the holidays and on weekends? Tot’s n Pots offer fantastic holiday clubs nationwide all year round. Their holiday clubs include crafting and baking workshops and are themed around specific holidays. Join in with the little people and make some memories while cooking up a storm. Also available for parties and after school activities.
constantia@totsnpots.com or call Deidre +27 (0)76 816 3892
14.Buitenverwachting Brew
The trendy Coffee BloC at Buitenverwachting has the most delicious of coffees and cakes! Baked daily by Edgar’s Kitchen the pastries are quite the best around. Rustic and Stylish it’s the spot in Constantia where the trendoids hang out.
Coffee is of world-class standard, made from the highest grade beans and roasted at Buitenverwachting by Quaffee who also supply a variety of coffee machines and accessories. Coffee Connoisseur Lars has put his stamp of approval on the selection and he really knows his coffees.
info@buitenverwachting.com or call +27 (0)21 794 5190
15.Retail Therapy at Constantia Village Courtyard
Remember the days when shopping was a pleasure rather than a chore? Recreate that experience at Constantia Village Courtyard, and enjoy attentive, efficient and friendly service in relaxed surroundings. Situated among the vineyards of Constantia in the shadow of Table Mountain, within easy reach of town, the southern suburbs and Hout Bay, this unique boutique fashion and lifestyle destination offers a comprehensive variety of convenience and luxury speciality stores and services in a village atmosphere, with unlimited free parking.
16.Explore the ‘Elfin’ Trail with Fairies and Gnomes
The Elfin Trail (voicemap.me/elfin), a fantasy forest walk by VoiceMap, the local startup that brought you the Endemic Project. This is location-aware audio at its most immersive, and the timeless stories, original music and natural sound effects that play through your headphones will transport you far beyond the city’s greenbelts and glades. You’ll meet elves, dragons, goblins, gnomes, fairies, centaurs, dryads and more. VoiceMap’s GPS autoplay helps you suspend disbelief and rediscover the magic of lost childhood fairytales.
17.Iziko Museum at Groot Constantia
Simon van der Stel chose these lovely surroundings to build his impressive home more than 330 years ago. During the 1790’s it was rebuilt to its current form.
It currently hosts a selection of old Cape furniture donated by the late Mr Alfred A de Pass in 1927, which came from his own collection from Falmouth, England.
+27 (0)21 795 5149 Open Daily 10h00 – 17h00
18.Enjoy a soup or platter in front of the fireplace at eagles nest
Eagles Nest now serves piping hot soup and freshly baked breads as an alternative offering to their already amazing platters in their Tasting Room for winter!
Cosy up to a 350ml bowl of their homemade rich goulash or creamy butternut soup, each served with fresh-from-the-oven bread of the day. Platters and cheeseboards are also available for your comfort eating pleasure (it is winter, after all). If you’re lucky enough, Teddy the farm mascot might even share a cuddle.
kstewart@eaglesnestwines.com or call +27 (0)21 794 4095
19.Tour & Tasting at Jack Black Brewery
This has to be one of the most exciting new ‘releases’ in our area. Jack Black Brewing Company now have a Tasting Room and Brewery right on our doorstep in Diep River. The design and feel of the new brewery and bar fits well with the surrounds as the furniture is fashioned from the packaging materials used to transport the brewhouse from Germany, a local artist has sprayed some awesome street art onto the wall and there are tons of shiny taps waiting to dispense your first cold beer. Step inside the brew masters offices by Booking a Brewery Tour on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday from 3pm. Taster trays are on offer (from R45 per flight) and once the tap room is fully up and running there will be good food, good coffee, free Wi-Fi and perhaps later on a place for kids to play.
The tasting room hours are currently Wednesday to Friday but will increase as word spreads – look out for special weekend events from mid-July, including the inaugural Food Truck Friday on July 15th.
tastingroom@jackblackbeer.com or call +27 (0)21 286 1220 (Image Credit: The Brewmistress)
20.Throw a Pizza Party
The Brasserie is a neighbourhood “local”, a sanctuary for Capetonians and visitors looking for a home from home. Inspired by classic Brasseries this unpretentious space includes a diner’s bar, kitchen counter dining, a semi-private area upstairs as well as al fresco dining in the walled garden.
The semi-private upstairs area is available fromMonday to Thursday for a minimum of 14 guests to a maximum of 28. There is a Pizza Party set menu at R135 per person with no venue hire.
restaurant@brasseriect.co.za or call +27 (0)21 712 1363
21.Go on a Personal Pilgrimage
The Cape Camino aims to explore and celebrate our diversity and invite all Capetonians to participate. Your journey will take you to Places of Grace, community projects, natural wonders, historical events and milestones. Try the ‘Wine to Water’ leg through Constantia.
22.Get Summer Ready
Whether you are after individual fitness training in a private “non-gym-like” environment, or prefer the fun, games and giggles that come with group training, qualified trainer and Full Circle Wellness owner, Claire Davidson has something just for you!
Full Circle Wellness offers dedicated, qualified and focused fitness & wellness training that will help you become the best version of yourself. Full Circle Wellness Constantia focuses on helping you achieve the “full circle” of health – physical (overall improved health, fitness and energy), mental (stress relief, self-confidence boosting) and spiritual (becoming more in touch with your body and its capabilities and wanting the live the best life you can!). Services include boot camp classes, body conditioning, pilates and personal training.
info@fullcirclewellness.co.za or call +27 (0)72 394 4673
23.Hike Through the Mountain’s Surrounding our Valley
OTC (Over the Cliff Adventures) offers hikes/trails personalised to suit everyone’s needs, from 8 – 80 years old, from the real beginners to the very advanced. If you’re after a short hike or a longer day trip, anything can be arranged to fit in with your itinerary. Cliff will visit with you a few days before the date of the hike so you can tell him exactly what your needs are and what you want to get out of this experience.
cliff@OTCadventures.co.za or call +27 (0)83 979 5627
The Alphen Centre, opposite Constantia Village, hosts the Antique and Collectables Fair on the second and fourth Sunday of every month from 10h00 to 16h00. Entrance is Free.
This “not to be missed” event is for collectors, dealers, decorators, fashionistas as well as the general public. Search for the bargains and browse amongst the various dealers selling antiques, collectables and bric-a-brac including art, paintings, coins, watches, medals, jewellery, clocks, silver, porcelain, glass and much more to find your treasure. Call +27 (0)84 626-7499
25.Pamper Yourself
Set in tranquil Chelsea Village, Wynberg, Lis Spa is your perfect southern suburbs self-indulging destination.
In a peaceful and tranquil environment our therapists are there to ensure that only the best treatment is provided whilst maintaining a friendly, intimate but professional relationship with all our clients.
Take time out from your busy schedule to be cared for by our skilled therapists who are dedicated to providing the personalized care, passion and commitment you deserve.
karen@lis-spa.co.za or call +27 (0)21 761 3393
26.Chill out at the Night Market
The Range Chilled Market is open straight through winter. Indoor seating, log fire, hot chocolate, curries, potjies, pancakes and many more to choose from. Open at 16:30pm every Friday till 21:30pm
Little Stream borders Groot Constantia and Klein Constantia estates and in 1974 it was donated to the YMCA. The main attraction is the coffee shop / bistro which opens at 8:30am and closes at 5pm serving mainly breakfasts.
Also on offer are cakes, homemade tarts, muffins and scones and is best enjoyed in the morning or afternoon teas. There is also a wonderful lunch menu available which varies from a salmon and avo sandwich to the delicious mammoth burger known as Ken’s Burger.
littlestream@xsinet.co.za or call +27 (0)21 794 3413
28.Saturday Park Run
This 5km event takes place every Saturday at Constantia Green-belt, Alphen Trail and it’s free and open to anyone. It’s you against the clock so all levels of fitness are welcome and when you’ve passed the finished line, join the rest of the park runners at La Belle Bistro and Bakery for a well-earned coffee. constantiagreenbelthelpers@parkrun.com
29.Tee Off
Westlake Golf Course has a driving range which is a short warm-up area of distances no more than 160m. There are two chipping / putting greens surrounded by one bunker to sharpen your short game. During the winter months, the downstairs bar and half-way house provide a warm and relaxing atmosphere for all to enjoy. +27 (0)21 788 2020
When the original Steenberg Developers, Johnnic, broke ground in 1994, they had a vision in mind to create the premier golf estate in the country. For most, this vision was hard to comprehend and to visualise the transformation of a working farm filled with wetlands into a golf estate must have been impossible. However, Steenberg Golf Estate’s reputation as the premier golf estate in South Africa exceeded even the developer’s expectations.+27 (0)21 713 2233
30. Spice it Up
You have to try the ‘tasting plate’ at Jonkershuis. Cape Malay dishes are renowned for their fruity, mild & full-bodied flavours, all about spices & flavours. The inside dining is elegant and informal, with a double sided fireplace that adds warmth and grandeur. Perfect combination for a winters day.
info@jonkershuisconstantia.co.za or call +27 (0)21 794 6255
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