The centerpiece for most Constantia wine country tours, Groot Constantia is set just south of Cape Town and can be visited on everything from historic wine tours to hop-on hop-off bus routes. Tours include the chance to learn about the history of the estate at the Manor House and Museum, wine and chocolate tasting, and a tour of the original Cloete Cellar.
You can pick a tour that pairs Groot Constantia with other wineries or stop by on a sightseeing tour that includes other attractions such as Table Mountain or the Cape of Good Hope.
Located about a half-hour drive south of Cape Town, the easiest way to reach the estate is on a tour of wine country or a hop-on hop-off bus route that visits the winery. That way, you don’t have to worry about driving home after wine tasting.
The estate is open to visitors year-round, seven days a week. Visit in the spring or summer to enjoy picnics and exploring the grounds in the sunshine. To visit during harvest season, come in the fall.
The Constantia Valley’s high density of wineries and proximity to Cape Town make it one of the top wine tourism destinations in the country. Home to everything from up-and-coming boutique wineries to the historic Groot Constantia, wine lovers can find estates and wines to fit a wide array of tastes. You can tour the wine route on your own or book a convenient tour that covers your transportation between the wineries and to and from your accommodations.