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Things to see in Worcester, South Africa (South Africa): 20 places and when to go
Worcester, South Africa is a city in South Africa with around 128,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (15), Mountains (4), Nature (2). The best known are Waaihoek and Michell's Peak. The best time to come is July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 47. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Africa · -33.64, 19.4399
- Population
- About 128,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (15) · Mountains (4) · Nature (2) · Hiking (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- July to April.
- Also possible
- May to June.
- Nearest airport
- CPT Cape Town, 86 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Waaihoek, at 1,948 m.
What to see in Worcester, South Africa
The places in and around Worcester, South Africa, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- WaaihoekSummit22 km
- Michell's PeakSummit24 km
- BadsbergWinery16 km
- BC WinesWinery19 km
- BergsigWinery26 km
- BothaWinery19 km
- DeetlefsWinery14 km
- Du Preez EstateWinery16 km
- Du ToitskloofWinery17 km
- Eagle’s CliffWinery22 km
- Hoare HutMountains · Hiking21 km
- Jason's HillWinery20 km
- Marais Family WinesWinery20 km
- OpstalWinery20 km
- Pells HutMountains · Hiking20 km
- Seven OaksWinery23 km
- SlanghoekWinery19 km
- StettynWinery27 km
- WaboomsrivierWinery25 km
- Worcester Museum (Kleinplasie)Museum2.6 km
When to go to Worcester, South Africa
The best time to visit Worcester, South Africa is July to April; also possible: May to June. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time14:00
- FebBest time13:12
- MarBest time12:15
- AprBest time11:09
- MayPossible10:15
- JunPossible9:47
- JulBest time9:58
- AugBest time10:45
- SepBest time11:48
- OctBest time12:52
- NovBest time13:47
- DecBest time14:13
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 47. In January, 20 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to South Africa in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Worcester, South Africa
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT, Cape Town), 86 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Africa (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Lambrechts Road29 places42 km
- Paarl34 places45 km
- Montagu15 places65 km
- Annandale Road71 places68 km
- Durbanville10 places77 km
- Hermanus12 places88 km
And all of South Africa, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Worcester, South Africa?
The best known: Waaihoek, Michell's Peak. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Worcester, South Africa?
July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 14 h 13 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 47.
How do you get to Worcester, South Africa?
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 86 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Worcester, South Africa as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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