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Paarl Wine Route

Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms at the foot of the Simonsberg, famous for its vast edible garden, restaurants, hotel and tasting cellar.

Simondium

Visit Open to the public Restaurant Tasting from R95
Awards Veritas 2026 Winner Platter 2026 Five Star Michelangelo 2026 Winner

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About the farm

Farm overview

Babylonstoren is in Simondium, part of the Paarl Wine Route. Paarl lies beneath the granite domes of Paarl Mountain, a historic region known for Chenin Blanc, Shiraz and Rhône-style blends.

Wines to taste at Babylonstoren

Contact Babylonstoren for its current range and latest vintages.

Plan your visit to Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is at Simondium. Use the map on this page to plan your route.

Wine tasting and wine museum daily 10:00-18:00 (until 19:00 from 13-23 Dec). Cellar tours at 10:00, 13:00 and 16:00, booking essential, 18+ only. Garden entry R190 per adult (under-18s free), card only.

Tasting hours

  • Monday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • Tuesday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • Friday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 to 18:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 to 18:00

To book a tasting or ask about fees, call 021 863 3852 or email enquiries@babylonstoren.com.

Visit the Babylonstoren website for current wines and news. Hours can change on public holidays, so confirm before you travel and plan a designated driver or tour.

In the glass

Wine styles

  • Viognier
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Shiraz
  • Dry rosé
  • Cap Classique
  • Sémillon
  • Mourvèdre

Recognition

Award-winning wines

Veritas 2026

Platter 2026

Michelangelo 2026

On the farm

Upcoming events

  • 5Dec

    Summer Harvest Table at Babylonstoren

    Saturday 5 December 2026, From 17:30

    Babylonstoren, Franschhoek

    Organised by Babylonstoren

    R3,950 per person

    A once-a-season dinner at one long table set in a part of the farm not usually open to visitors, with a menu built on the kitchen garden harvest. 18+, limited numbers.

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Find us

Location & contact

Simondium
0218633852
enquiries@babylonstoren.com
Website

When to visit

Opening hours

Mon
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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