Top Things to do in Elgin
Top 7 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Elgin, Western Cape
Discover the best top things to do in Elgin, South Africa including Almenkerk Wine Estate, Oneiric Wines, Elgin Vintners, South Hill, The Vineyards, Elgin Railway Market, Charles Fox Wine Estate, Houw Hoek Farm Stall.
Restaurants in Elgin
1. Almenkerk Wine Estate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
Almenkerk Wine Estate, in the cool Elgin Valley, is a real Family Estate; owned by the van Almenkerk Family and run by Natalie & Joris van Almenkerk. While Joris makes the wine - award winning wine -, Natalie does everything from sales & Marketing, PR and admin. Patriarch Joep helps out with sales, especially in his new restaurant De Brasserie in Strand, and acts as a mentor to the business side. Sisters Lieselotte & Annelies help with sales, tasting room and - of course - harvest (while juggling their studies and boyfriends). Next to that, we have a dedicated group of family & friends, local and overseas, who come out to help us during crunch time. Most importantly, though, do come visit us! Visitors to the Estate and our tasting room are increasing and - possible more importantly - returning to taste and buy some more. Life is beautiful on Almenkerk Wine Estate. We've been winning awards and medals. Some of them even for our cellar architecture! In any event, we consider our wines to be a form of liquid architecture.
Reviewed By Lotter_karen
We stumbled across this hidden gem in the Grabouw Winelands Area. Wow, what an experience! The staff are super friendly and know their product. The views of the valley are breathtaking and the wine is excellent! Well worth the trip out!
2. Oneiric Wines
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Oneiric: the exquisite wine farm tucked away in the Kogelberg Biosphere, in Elgin, Western Cape. Surrounded by trout dams, an array of fauna & flora (2000 indigenous trees were planted, along with plants typical of the area) attract an assortment of bird life. Releasing its 2009 vintage in 2013 to rave reviews. With ratings in their 90’s, Oneiric has fast become one of South Africa’s finest wineries.
Reviewed By dales-10
We landed up at Oneiric on old years day by chance as we happened to see they were open. We got there early and came across Hanneka. We were travelling with our little puppy and she was so accommodating. The wines were great and we had a fantastic relaxing afternoon.
3. Elgin Vintners
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Elgin Vintners award winning wines has recently opened the beautiful renovated Victorian style Ridgelands Homestead as Elgin Vintners Manor House. Wrapped by orchards, picturesque vineyards and sloping pasture this wonderful historic home has 3 luxury en suite bedrooms and a family wing with 2 luxury bedrooms sharing a bathroom and is also available as a function venue. Guests can enjoy the beautiful farm, take the walking trails along the Palmiet River or relax in the English country garden next to the swimming pool. Vineyard tours and wine tastings are also available to do on the farm while visiting.
4. South Hill, The Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
5. Elgin Railway Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By judykock - Cape Town Central, South Africa
We went to Elgin for the Valentines Weekend and visited the market ona Saturday Moring. Very nice outing and lots to choose from. Bought absolutely delish fudge with exotic flavours, had hazelnut Late's and browsed ghrough exquisite jewelry, clothing and homeware stalls, all beautifully presented. Really a must visit when in teh Elgin area.
6. Charles Fox Wine Estate
7. Houw Hoek Farm Stall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By Victoria201154 - Fort Lauderdale, United States
Mouthwatering pies fresh out of the oven. I had a Bobotie Pie to die for. Their bread is fantastic, makes you think you can live by bread alone! Milktert was wonderful with an almond flavor. Great fresh produce and so much more.
