KID FRIENDLY

FRANSCHHOEK CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES - 3 DAY ITINERARY

THE TURQUOISE ROUTE

The top tourist destinations for families with children who wish to take advantage of playground equipment and activities while having lunch or exploring other local sights are located along this route. The Franschhoek Cellar, Pub Station and Grill, and Country Kitchen offer some of the most kid-friendly settings in the town itself. Other notable locations are Tokara, Babylonstoren, Alee Bleue, and Leopard's Leap. There are lots of family-friendly activities available at historic farms including Boschendal, La Motte, and Plaisir. This schedule can be readily modified to accommodate a stay anywhere in the Cape Winelands, but it is based on the assumption that your lodging will be in Franschhoek Town center.

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DAY 1. FRANSCHHOEK CENTRAL

STOP 1: PATRYSFONTEIN PARK

Situated between Paarl and Franschhoek, this splendid historical farm, is one of the best places to enjoy cycling with your kids. The trails are well marked, and there is a large supply of rental bikes available. Phone first to avoid disappointment.

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3. ART JAMMING AT LOURENSFORD

Among the things to do are minigolf and art jamming. Following the guidance of an experienced artist and using genuine acrylic paints on A3 canvas boards with a wide range of theme art ideas youngsters adore will greatly improve kids' artistic abilities. A water fountain allows children to cool off. With live music and lots of takeout options, adults will love the market. There are products from the area available. The charming location is made more interesting by the sculpture gardens and art display. situated in the basin of Helderberg. One of the area's best-kept secrets is a miniature golf course.

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4. FURTHER AFIELD ELGIN – BONFIRE AND ZIP LINE

Enjoy a crackling bonfire under the starry skies at Elgin. Perfect for a relaxing evening with friends and family, roasting marshmallows and swapping stories.

Ziplining is another exciting activity you can do in Elgin. Soar through the trees on a thrilling zip line course, taking in the beautiful scenery of the Elgin valley.

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AMUSEMENT PARKS

1. BUGZ THEME PARK

The kids will love the Cape's take on Disneyland, so it's well worth the price of entry. This delightful park, near the Cape Park Centre in Brackenfell, offers plenty of fun fair-style games, attractions, and petting zoos for kids of all ages. Party booths are provided, and a sizable tent serves as the venue for the food court, other entertainment, and magic shows. Children should always be supervised by their parents when at a water park.


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2. VERGELEGEN PLAYPARK

The distinctive design of the playpark at Vergelegen Wine Farm melds well with the historic beauty of the estate. With its swings, slides, tunnels, and tree houses, this will let them let off some steam.

With a large strolling area where you can explore different plant climatic zones, the wine estate Vergelegen in Somerset West is one of the greatest places to take kids. Many old Cape Dutch-style buildings are surrounded by well-kept gardens.

The Stables Restaurant offers popular South African dishes like steaks along with pizza delivery. The attractive playground is open to restaurant diners. Enjoy this unique and amazing park in a stunning setting for the price of a modest entrance and dinner out.

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3. CANAL WALK

The area gets its name from the large park with a meandering canal that runs alongside this family-friendly mall. Intaka Island is a neighbouring location where one can go bird viewing. The expansive food court has a movie theater and a gaming arcade. In the warmer months, take a stroll through the park or visit Canal Walk to get away from the chilly, rainy winter weather.

4.GRAND WEST ICE STATION

This enormous ice rink is maintained at a constant temperature during load shedding, making it the ideal location for kids to practice skating all year round. Typically, there are three 1.5-hour sessions every day. The rink is used for practice by many hockey teams, and figure skating is overseen by certified coaches. Older kids will like the contemporary music and bright lighting, and younger kids will love the little micro rink for skating instruction. There are several different takeout options available at the food court, such as Burger King and Nando's. The rink has a movie theater across from it, so the family might spend the entire day there.

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WATER PARKS

1. WATERWORLD STRAND

In the hot summer months, kids adore water slides and pools of all sizes. Next door are a putt-putt course and the sea rescue clubhouse, both of which are located on the beach. To accommodate children of all ages, there are pools and slides of different depths. Along with a pizzeria and takeout where a variety of delectable dishes are given at reasonable prices to keep the kids energized, this location also has a sizable wooden jungle gym.

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2. STODELS GARDEN CENTRE

This is not simply a garden center; it's at a handy location. The family can enjoy lunch at Green Leaf Cafe as the kids play in the roomy and well-designed jungle gym. Children will spend hours playing on a sizable wooden play structure with enormous slides and tree cabins with thatch roofs. A well-maintained face painting and craft station is manned by friendly, professional staff. Many trampolines are in constant demand. There is a play train and a jumping castle with a sandpit for younger kids. Goats, pigs, and geese live in a farmyard area, while big monkey cages house these energetic creatures in a setting resembling a jungle.

4Kids may feed their fuzzy companions and have a great time learning about nature while engaging with the animals by purchasing food by the packet. Little ones can enjoy a vast array of activities at Stodels, all in a cozy and secure environment. With year-round bargains and water-wise solutions, the extensive selection of both native and exotic plants is ideal for any garden enthusiast. This popular weekend hangout for Cape Town families is situated next to the Old Oak turnoff, right off the N1.


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3. GREEN POINT PARK

This big park offers a lot of activities for kids to enjoy. Bring your bike; there are plenty of traffic-free trails to discover. Visible in the backdrop, the Green Point stadium is a tourist destination by itself. Numerous linked paths and canals lead to a massive, highly attractive wooden waterwheel. For elementary school age kids, the main draw is a sizable wooden playground area with swings and slides; older youngsters can go cycling, skateboarding, or dog walking. The park is close to a number of renowned eateries, and the beaches of Mouille Point Lighthouse are also nearby.


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4. THE WATERFRONT PLAYPARK

There are lots of family-friendly things to do at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Kid's Ahoy is a distinct playpark featuring a nautical theme, providing children with an abundance of engaging items to engage with. The huge wheel is one type of amusement park ride.


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SPECIAL KIDS ACTIVITIES

1. WINELANDS LIGHT RAILWAY TRAIN

Well maintained trains make their way over bridges and under tunnels in this beautiful park that has plenty of space and jungle gyms for ball sports and adventure activities. The train rides are easy to catch at the train station and different ticket options provide for all budgets. This not to be missed adventure will form part of kids’ happy memories for life. This is a great party venue, or come with some friends over the weekend or during the holidays.

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2. POLKADRAAI BIKE PARK

The banked sides and ramps make biking in a bike park way more fun and adventurous then on a level track. The well-maintained indigenous gardens in this beautiful park, make it a wonderful outing for supporting family members who want to see aloes and other flowers in bloom amid great views of the Helderberg Winelands area and Simonsberg. Be sure to clad the kids in protecting clothing, knee-pads, gloves, protective eyewear and long sleeve tops – in the case of a fall. No helmet no ride! Important safety rules and guidelines are posted on the website. Be sure to ride according to your skill level and scout out the path slowly beforehand, as it is something of an obstacle course for bikes.

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3. THE JOLLY ROGER

Take your kids on a memorable adventure at the V & A Waterfront by boarding the pirate ship Jolly Roger. This ship, a real 300-year-old pirate vessel that has been renovated, gives children an experience of a lifetime. Daily sailings of the ship depart from the V&A Waterfront's Quay 5.Bring them while they're still young enough to really enjoy it! There are wonderful half packages available in addition to 60 and 90 minute trips!

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4. KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENS

These gardens are renowned worldwide for their variety, rare and endangered plant life, and breathtaking setting at the base of Table Mountain's southern slope. There are countless paths and unique features to discover throughout the seemingly endless gardens. In order to give interest and a touch of human culture, there is frequently an art show on display in addition to regular concerts.

There are two very reasonably priced eateries to pick from. Fynbos is in flower for nine months of the year, albeit not all of the species bloom at the same time. The canopy bridge is situated in a section of the park that resembles a dense jungle. Numerous hiking paths ascend from the garden. When foreign visitors are enjoying the park, try to visit during off-peak hours to escape the crowds. While most wine vineyards do not permit outside food, you are still able to pack a picnic for public parks and gardens. Enjoy colorful native wildflowers that bloom throughout the year and breathtaking vistas of the south face of Table Mountain.

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5. POLKADRAAI FARM

Strawberry picking is a fun activity that fosters a sense of connection between children and environment. Allow the kids to explore the great outdoors and discover where their food really comes from. For an hour, your children will be absorbed in this activity.

After that, have lunch at the moderately priced, family-friendly takeaway and choose from a choice of other activities, like tractor rides, pony rides, and adventure golf.

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