Wellington: A Wine City
Home to South Africa's sole whisky producer, the city of Wellington boasts in its agricultural beauty and scenic environment and lands. The city is a center for award-winning wines, table grapes, and finest fruit brandy. Together with its rich nature reserves and landscapes, the city is surrounded by crystalline waters and streams that are perfect spots for hikers and fly-fishermen. The city is also a renowned academic center for theological studies making it a very diverse community. Not only agriculture, the city also produces handcrafted, high-quality leather. There is so much to see and indulge in within the city, which makes it a must destination for tourists. The nearest airport is the Cape Town International Airport, which is only a 45-minute drive from the city of Wellington.
Best Time to Visit
Summer season, December to February is the busiest season with higher Wellington hotel rates. However, to really appreciate the produce and harvest, the months of September to November is a great time to visit for fair weather and slightly affordable hotel accommodations.
What to Do & Area Attractions
To fully delve into Wellington's agricultural wine expertise, Zevenwacht Wine Estate is a great starter. Not only is it a 300-year old modern wine farm, it also attracts tourists for its panoramic views. The Zevenwacht Cellar and Vineyards is also situated within the estate having their distinguished, classic, and traditional wine, yet is innovative and uses modern technology to create high-quality wines. To have a deeper connection to Wellington's wine, the Oude Wellington and the Dunstone Country House offers luxurious and ideal Cape lifestyle together with the city's picturesque vineyard views and fine wine.