Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is a stunning working farm estate where children can experience authentic farm life while exploring 15 acres of beautifully designed gardens. Kids love feeding chickens, collecting fresh eggs, jumping on trampolines, and discovering the play areas scattered throughout the property, while parents enjoy the exceptional farm-to-table dining and wine tasting opportunities.

• ✓Interactive farm area with chickens, ducks, donkeys, and daily egg collection opportunities
• ✓Adventure playground with trampolines, swings, and climbing structures
• ✓Vegetable and fruit gardens where kids can see, smell, and sometimes taste fresh produce
• ✓Garden maze and duck pond perfect for running and exploring
• ✓Farm shop with fresh bread, preserves, and treats kids can help choose

1. 1.Arrive early (opens 9am) to enjoy the gardens before they get busy and to see the farm animals at their most active.
2. 2.Book the Greenhouse restaurant in advance if dining with kids, as it's popular and offers high chairs plus a children's menu with fresh produce from the estate.
3. 3.Bring sun protection (hats, sunscreen) as much of the property is outdoors with limited shade, and wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the extensive gardens.
4. 4.Pick up a free garden map at the entrance and turn it into a scavenger hunt for kids to find different fruit trees, herbs, and vegetables.
5. 5.Visit the farm shop before leaving to let kids choose fresh produce or baked goods they helped discover in the gardens.

Visit on weekday mornings (Tuesday to Thursday, 9am-11am) for a quieter experience. Spring (September to November) offers the most colorful gardens and mild weather, perfect for outdoor exploration with children.

Entry to the gardens costs around 100-150 South African Rand per adult (children under 12 often free or discounted). Ample parking is available on site. The property has restaurant options, a farm shop, and picnic areas where you can bring your own food.

Open year-round, but spring (September to November) offers peak garden blooms. Summer (December to February) can be hot, so visit early morning. Harvest activities are best in late summer and autumn (February to April).

The estate has its own Greenhouse Restaurant and Babel Restaurant on site, both offering excellent children's menus with fresh farm produce. For casual dining nearby, try Vadas Smokehouse and Bakery in Franschhoek (15 minutes away) for family-friendly pizzas and pastries.