The Northern Suburbs of Cape Town is almost another world when compared to the ritzy and glamours City Bowl or Southern Suburbs of the mother city. Traditionally a stronghold for the Afrikaans community of the Western Cape, the area has developed around its own unique culture. Houses are generally a lot better priced in areas like Bellville and Durbanville or any of the Northern suburbs of Cape Town. Hence the area has seen quite a lot of development.
The location has a lot of other aspects that are making it increasingly popular. One of them is a wide variety of recreational activities suitable for the whole family. Below are 5 family-friendly things to do in Durbanville, which are perfect for a weekend outing with your loved ones.
Durbanville Rose Garden
Not just an area suitable for those going on Valentine's date but also a great place to take the family on a weekend outing. Especially for those family members who are interested in flowers. The location boasts over 5 different variety of roses and approximately 4500 bushes.
"The Western Cape Rose Society established the garden in 1979 with most roses being donated by rose enthusiasts. The rose enclosed Schabort family burial grounds form part of the garden growing on family donated land which is part of the Old Eversdal Estate".
Willowbridge Slow Food Market
This is a place that adopts the old way of doing things and in that, they have created something truly memorable in terms of food. Most of the food is locally grown and produced and it's comforting to know that in an age of fast and processed food the Willowbridge Slow Food Market still keeps things original and fresh. Take the whole family for a lunch of the highest quality.
Reptile Garden
All children love the fascinating and interesting world of reptiles and that is what Reptile Garden offers. With over 35 species on sight, you're bound to keep the little ones entertained for hours on end.
"A great new addition to things to do in Cape Town, Reptile Garden is a wonderful place to make the most of your Stodels experience and turn your day outing into an adventure by introducing yourselves and children to the unknown world of reptiles".
Fat Pony Ride Centre
It's every little girl's dream to own a pony, however, if that isn't possible the next best thing is to ride one. Another aspect that makes this centre popular is for the fact that they also offer various options to experience these majestic animals, including camps. Some of the rides also take place through some of the most picturesque parts of the Northern suburbs, including various breathtaking Winelands.
Tyger Valley Shopping Centre
This is one of the most extensive shopping experiences in the whole of South Africa. However, it really is so much more than that, as the location also has vast amounts of entertainment for the whole family. Its won various awards over the years because of this and has helped the Durbanville area grow in credibility.
There really is a world of exploration and entertainment in the Northern suburb of Durbanville, and this is why so many people are choosing to move there as the city bowl of the mother city becomes more and more expensive, in terms of residential property. Leading property brokerage, Century 21 has a massive assortment of available property in the area to suit anyone's price and budget. Get on the phone now and contact one of their highly skilled and regarded brokers who is waiting to make your move to the Northern suburbs as hassle-free as possible.