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Valentine’s Day has immensely gained popularity in South Africa. This day is a widely celebrated occasion and adds a unique touch when celebrated in South Africa. Couples are seen enjoying romantic candlelight dinners and peaceful night walks across the roads. Valentine’s Day in South Africa blends love, modernity and romantic experiences. With multiple spots to visit and interesting things to do, this special day promises an unforgettable time. Special events in South Africa mark the essence of love and happiness on this special day.
Top 10 Places To Visit On Valentine’s Day In South Africa
Multiple places are recommended to visitors to have a romantic escape on Valentine’s Day in South Africa. Each place is lovely and offers a unique experience.
1. Knysna
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Knysna is said to have the best tree houses in South Africa. Many couples find tree houses very romantic and choose Knysna as an ideal spot to spend either their Valentine’s Day or Valentine’s Weekend. Knysna is the ultimate eco-friendly gateway in South Africa. Apart from staying indoors in a cosy treehouse, Knysna has many exquisite restaurants which provide and plan candlelight dinner dates for your partner. It is also recommended to watch sunsets at Knysna Lagoon by booking a private boat and ocean sailing charter. Share special moments while visiting Bramon Wine Estate.
Nearest Airport: George Airport
Highlights: Bramon Wine Estate, Tree Houses, Cruises, Sunsets
2. Franschhoek
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There are many exquisite restaurants in Franschhoek which provide a beautiful setting for a romantic dinner. Multiple vineyards along the mountains and fields are also one of the chosen places to spend an evening. Couples celebrate Valentine’s Day along the Franschhoek Wine Tram Route. A glass of fine wine with the scenic journey in trams along the vineyards is a promising heaven on Valentine’s Day. Discounts are offered to couples ordering second and third bottles of wine while they raise a toast to their love story. Franschhoek is one of the best places to celebrate Valentine’s Day in South Africa.
Nearest Airport: Cape Town International Airport
Highlights: Exquisite Dinners, Tram Rides, Mountain Vineyards,
3. Plettenberg
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Plettenberg is a renowned spot in South Africa which offers panoramic views of the bay. Planning a getaway at Plettenberg is the most romantic thing to be done. Couples prefer having lunch or dinner at Plettenberg Bay with magnificent views of the ocean. This special culinary delight simply romanticizes your time. There are many exquisite hotels and resorts where couples can avail of special discounts. Couples can also plan candlelight dinners at River Deck Restaurant. For a lovely Valentine’s Weekend, Plettenberg is the best option to embrace and celebrate.
Nearest Airport: Plettenberg Bay Airport
Highlights: Sunsets, Valentine’s Weekend Getaway
4. Cape Town
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day in South Africa in Cape Town involves multiple romantic activities and various romantic spots to adore. There are many events hosted for couples in Cape Town to celebrate this day of affection and love. An interesting way to surprise your partner is to take them on a cruise for sunset watching. There are exquisite restaurants which promise a setting ideal for candlelight dinners. Couples can plan lunch dates at Cape Town’s Isola which offers elegant poolside dining and has a serene island setting fringed by palms on all sides. Couples can also plan picnic dates at Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden offering scenic views of Table Mountains and flower beds.
Nearest Airport: Cape Town International Airport
Highlights: Romantic Picnics, Exquisite Dinners, Cruise Dates, Romantic Getaway
5. Hartbeespoort
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There is a list of romantic things to do in Hartbeespoort on Valentine’s Day. Couples should start by visiting the Strawberry Farms. They can pluck strawberries themselves, plan a date and opt for picnics at this farm. There are multiple picnic platters and picnic baskets offered to visitors such as Romance Basket, Valentine’s Basket, Lover’s Tryst, Cupid’s Picnic Platter and more. These farms also have guest houses for easy accommodation and restaurants for fine dining. Visitors can also gaze at panoramic views from Aerial Cableway and Hot Air Balloons. They can also plan a date on boat cruises while watching sunsets with their partners.
Nearest Airport: Lanseria International Airport
Highlights: Strawberry Farms, Picnics and Accommodation
6. Camps Bay
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Camps Bay is a relaxed area on the outskirts of Cape Town. Camps Bay has multiple romantic spots where couples celebrate Valentine’s Day with their partners. Couples can plan dinner dates at Tang V&A Waterfront, a luxury Asian Restaurant amidst a rustic harbour setting. There are many beaches lined up at Camps Bay with views of Table Mountains and pretty sunsets. Along these beaches lie beachfront restaurants which offer an exquisite beach dining experience on Valentine’s Day. A leisure lunch with partners at one of the restaurants in Camps Bay with an ocean view is ideally preferred.
Nearest Airport: Cape Town International Airport
Highlights: Sunsets, Panoramic Ocean Views, Harbour Setting Restaurants
7. Johannesburg
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Johannesburg is among the top cities in South Africa. This place is one of the chosen spots for couples for a lovely Valentine’s Weekend Getaway. Couples can opt for amazing evening tours with multiple lookout points. Planning romantic picnics at Delta Park or Walter Sisulu Gardens with acres of grasslands and a variety of flora and fauna is another interesting date idea. There are multiple restaurants hosting candlelight dinners for guests. Two of the restaurants are Black Eagle Hotel and Vivace Restaurant by Radisson Blu. Adventurous couples can also try scenic helicopter tour rides.
Nearest Airport: O R Tambo International Airport
Highlights: Romantic Picnics, Candlelight Dinner, Helicopter Tour Rides
8. Durban
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Durban has many botanical gardens where couples can plan romantic picnics. Multiple events are hosted in different areas in Durban for Valentine’s Day. Couples can opt for romantic Gondola Rides on the Durban Point Waterfront. Planning proposals on boats on the occasion of Valentine’s Day is one of the most romantic gestures made by partners. There are different packages to these boat rides like Magic Night Rides, Deluxe Gondola Rides Including Live Music and Picnic Gondola Rides. Adventure couples can visit iSimangaliso Wetland Park which is South Africa’s First UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Nearest Airport: Durban International Airport
Highlights: Durban Point Waterfront, Magic Gondola Rides, Beachfront Restaurants
9. Hermanus
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Hermanus is a lovely seaside town in South Africa. One of the best romantic things done in Hermanus is Whale Watching by couples on Valentine’s Day. Couples can plan dates at multiple beaches that Hermanus has to offer. An exquisite restaurant, Fick’s Pool Restaurant, offers a setting for a lovely candlelight dinner. Couples get scenic beach views from this luxury restaurant. Tasting wines in several wine estates and proposing on boat cruises are two of the most romantic things done in Hermanus.
Nearest Airport: Cape Town International Airport
Highlights: Whale Watching, Exquisite Restaurants, Candlelight Dinner, Beach Views, Cruises
10. Stellenbosch
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A date night in Stellenbosch is a charming experience for all couples. Stellenbosch is a pretty town located in South Africa and is renowned for its Dutch Houses. Multiple restaurants are offering Dutch ambience for couples. Visitors can also taste wines at Tokara Wine Estate situated amidst green fields and mountains. This town has several oak-shaded streets lined up with aesthetic cafes for a perfect date. Couples can also opt for helicopter rides for panoramic views of Stellenbosch and its surroundings. This place is among the chosen places by couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Cape Town.
Nearest Airport: Cape Town Airport
Highlights: Dutch Houses, Vineyards, Luxury Restaurants, Helicopter Rides
Valentine’s Day in South Africa is as blissful as it seems. South Africa has something for all couples for their celebration on this lovely day. Valentine’s Day offers multiple opportunities to see what the region has. There are many places in South Africa which offer a lovely backdrop for a romantic escape. The observance of Valentine’s Day in South Africa has become one of the established occasions where restaurants, malls and other entertainment spots offer special deals and discounts and attract visitors with their wonderful decorations. Book a trip to South Africa with TripXL and embrace the celebration of love and affection!
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