Tulbagh: Fine Wines and Museums
Tulbagh, South Africa is a town in Western Cape known for its wine estates. Back in the day, it was named “Land van Waveren”, which was Willem Adriaan van der Stel’s way of honoring the Oetgens van Waveren clan, from which his mother came.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tulbagh is during the months of October through May. The busiest months usually include January, February, and November. Tourists are least likely to visit in June. Every September, the Tulbagh Spring Arts Festival is held. As the name implies, the event celebrates all forms of art, be it visual or performing. People may enjoy various cultural activities during the event. Sometime around the last week of September or first week of October, the Tulbagh Horse and Wildflower Show are held. The event showcases the finest floral exhibits and stallions. It is the country’s longest running agricultural exhibit, so tourists would not want to miss it.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Tulbagh Museum is a museum complex with 4 main sites. The most popular is The Oude Kerk Volksmuseum, which is one of the oldest museums in the province. Having been built in the early 18th century and established in the early 20th century, it houses a rare collection of Western Cape furniture. The other 3 sites include The Earthquake Museum, The Pioneer House Museum, and The Victorian House Museum. Some of the best Tulbagh, SA hotels boasting with competitive rates and complete amenities include the 4-star The Tulbagh Boutique Heritage Hotel, the Rijk’s Country House, and the nearby African Tulip Guesthouse.
