There are a number of restaurants in the area, which are worth trying out. A visit to Wellington's berry farm is an absolute must. Strawberries, raspberries, youngberries as well as Cape gooseberries are grown here. Visitors can enjoy guided tours as well as their own berry picking. Delicious jams and berry vinegar can be purchased.
Refreshments are also availahle.
The fact that the majority of South Africa's vine cutting nurseries are found in the Wellington area, is due to the excellent soils and climate of the region. Of course the town is also the home of the Wellington Wine Route and the seven wineries are all open for wine-tasting and sales. Wellington also has a few hiking trails and scenic drives to be enjoyed. The Horseshoe , a favourite route with joggers and bikers, takes one past many of the old Huguenot farms with their magnificent Cape Dutch homesteads. Wellington offers ample sporting facilities.