What a pleasure to visit this imposing monument dedicated to the Afrikaans language. The structure and gardens are kept in immaculate condition. As a native Afrikaans speaker, I felt both proud and humbled by this majestic monument.

Neat, clean, bring your own food and drinks if you want to picnic.

What a delightful place this is. Nestled just above and outside the town of Paarl, this place is indeed a little gem. The R40 entrance fee is definitely well worth it. Besides the beautifully constructed and large monument, visible for dozens of kilometres in all directions from Paarl, the stunning rolling lawn and impressive trees, bushes and flowers will make your visit one you wont soon forget. A quick word about the staff: They are very friendly and helpful. There is also ample parking available.

Place is very neat, beautiful gardens. Interesting to visit but dont think it is worth the entry fee and due to the fact that the restaurant was close and you could not even buy something to drink at information centre

Absolutely beautiful. There is a fee involved with visiting, however its well worth the price. The prices are for adults between R40 - R50 per adult. Its truly refreshing looking at the lavish scenery and the monument such a good reminder of one of South African languages. I will recommend it to anyone, couples, families, individuals who enjoys lovely green grass and big trees providing generously for those wanting to spend sometime in the shade. Great place to spend the day out or picnic on the grass and visiting the memorial monument. Safe and securely managed the welcoming any guests. The views are just simply beautiful. Do visit if out in Paarl or if just passing by. You sure to enjoy the experience.

A must place to visit...lovely grass areas to just chillax. Sometimes they have stargazing experiences there...or even Santa sometimes arrives to deliver presents to all the children. Hope all can return to normal for those one in a life time experiences.

The heart and soul of Paarl. This gorgeous monument is not only rich with history, but holds one of the most gorgeous views in the Western Cape. Atop the Taalmonument you can see from Table Mountain to Ceres

This became another place of privilege.Access to the monument for locals also come at a cost, how sad is that.Lets relook at how we can introduce our children to this historical monument without exploiting them financially.Enjoy.Please follow and thumbs upAj

Nice and quiet the right place for a picnic 🧺 and you hole family

In all the years I have gone to Paarl, this is my first visit to the monument. Its just a structure reaching to the sky but the whole structure is symbolic of the Afrikaans language and its origins. The staff are friendly and gave us a bit of background to it. The place is well maintained, clean and it has lovely indigenous plants growing around the area. Its educational for the kids. There were two food caravans selling snacks, coffee etc..

Great place.for photography. Pity restaurant is closed due to Covid restrictions.

The most amazing views. The monument is an architectural masterpiece, surrounded by well kept gardens, picnic tables and seating. Oppieberg Kiosk offers delicious meals & snacks. Buy an annual permit and visit / picnic as often as you like. Beautiful scenic drive to the top.

Very nice outing. Gardens are well kaptein and the place is very tidy.

Beautiful and quiet. Sadly the coffee shop is closed.

Beautiful, educational and fun place for children. Picnic places

A beautiful tribute to Afrikaans. The garden is very beautiful and the building is an architectural masterpiece.

Worth a visit for the fantastic views.

It was a positive experience for me as a proudly Afrikaans Speaking South African to visit this monument once again. The facility is well cared for and everything is neat and clean. Gardens are well kept. As a pensioner I only had to pay a R10 entrance fee. Beautiful views across Paarl and the different mountains surrounding the town.

Was a great experience , always wanted to see it up close and it is way bigger than expected, the gardens and botanical area is beautiful

It is clean and informative. Staff are a tremendous help and knowledgeable. Gardens are well kept

Nice place, R40 entrance fee for adult and free for kids.The have 2 small shops for food and a big garden too.

My mom came to visit from out of town and we took her out for the day. We had never been to the Afrikaans Language Monument before and decided it would be a great idea to go show my mom and our kids. The weather was perfect and the views from the parking area were spectacular. The atmosphere was so peaceful but what impressed us the most is how well kept and secure the premises was. Everything was so clean and it was a pleasure to sit under the trees and just enjoy the beauty of the place we were at. Only little bit of constructive criticism I have is that I feel they can focus a little more on building up some souverniors related to the Afrikaans Language Monuments that one can purchase as a keepsake.

Go see. Very well maintained with beautiful views. Dont forget to go to Paarl Rock as well.

Astonishing design. Beautiful views! Great site! Toilets, cafeteria etc. Sufficient parking, Save environment. Beautiful nature. Hart of the Afrikaans Language.

Enjoy the visit, restaurant was closed, place neatly renovated since last visit, but dont see the need for locals to pay R40 p p a visit..

First time ever, I have been there. The information on the walls regarding monument was 100% The place was clean and well kept. I was a wonderful experience to visit and read about our heritage.

A must see when in Paarl. Signage clearly visible and well placed. Amazing views from restaurant. Friendly staff and security, popular with tourists.

Very well maintained site and the monument is impressive. Area has a coffee and snack stall but you can also take a picnic along with you. Small entrance fee but its good to support sites like this.

Beautiful architecture and scenery. The site has a rich history that can be explored and offers amazing views of Paarl and the surrounding areas. Also check out their website as live music events are often hosted on the grass embankments, which makes for a great time outdoors, especially during summer months.

Stunning views. They provide a Useful handout which somewhat explains the artist’s interpretation of the origins of Afrikaans, and one can then understand why the site is so inaccessible and a little remote and isolated.

I was not particularly interested in visiting this monument, but what a surprise. The lines and symbolism, the architectural design - so clever with interesting angles, the beautiful views, the walking paths. Bought a chicken roti and koesister from the food cart. Both were delicious. Altogether a rewarding few hours.

A very special place with incredible architecture and lovely gardens.

Beautiful piece of history. Well kept premises with friendly and helpful staff.

This amazing monument never ceases to amaze! Great little restaurant on the premises, so much space for the kids to run around! So beautiful to take the family here ❤️

Waste of space. The money used to build this could have been used for other more important services at the time of construction. Today, however, it serves as a reminder that all languages are an important part of South Africa, and a reminder of great Afrikaans literature works of the past.

A must see for all.Beautiful

Really enjoyed the beautiful views. Friendly staff, STUNNING gardens!! We got caught by the rain but well be back there soon!!

Impressive! if you have 30min go and have a look, read the explanation of the structure and see how it fitted in between the natural rocks. if you have more time enjoy the garden and al the poems written on boards in the garden.

Beautiful structure and fascinating to see hiw it was built. Unfortunately a windy day in Paarl when we went and didnt experience a picnic.

Well maintained, clean to a tee and historically accurate. A fair representation of Afrikaans and its history, a must see for any history or linguistic buff.Friendly staff and scenic grounds makes for a ideal picnic location.If you want to make use of the Cafe go on weekends.

This was just breathtaking. The beauty of the architecture and the sombre striking ambience of the place really leaves a indelible mark on you. A must see!

Stunning views!

Something to be proud of a must see for someone who is serious about the Afrikaans language.

Great place for family picnic and an amazing view

Awesome garden filled with poetry from new poets. The monument itself is an wonder to behold and the history behind it is fascinating. The restaurant has a breathtaking view but could benefit from a little classical background music.

Very nice and beautiful, friendly atmosphere

Impressive structure and architecture. Worth a visit.

Returned after 27 years and it still feels a special place. Love the high noon sun shining into the fountain at the bottom of the monument. The occasional sound the wind creates when strong enough makes an interesting feature. Its a highly symbolic structure with many nuanced details representing different languages of the country. All explained in the little adjacent museum.

Had a lovely evening looking out over the lights of Paarl and Wellington. Definitely one of the most scenic spots in Paarl!

Beautiful Monument but also very informative about the origins of Afrikaans Language, audio guides available for free. Cool shade under the trees and beautiful green grass. Perfect for a picnic or a lunch at the restaurant

Beautiful place; blessed to have been able to visit this place 😍

Wonderful kind welcome. Lovely area and setting is well shaded and the actual monument is spectacular. Serene with epic acoustics.

Such a cool place. Learnt so many things about my own language!!! Definitely worth the visit.

Great monument and informative visitor centre. Loved the poetry in the indigenous garden.

Great views and an interesting structures. I wish there were more explanation in English.

Impressive monument, followed by good food and tea at the café overlooking the valley.

Doesnt look like much from afar, but when you get there.... Wow! Seriously impressive!

Beautiful open gardens and great view

Afrikaans speaking people who dont visit this monument misses a lot of culture. This monument / sculpture describes the Afrikaans language and its roots, influences and origin the best. One is guided by a voice activated tour which describes the entire process of the origin and growth of the language in various languages.

Normally I would wright this review in Afrikaans seeing that is about the Afrikaanse Taal Monument, but then I thought that I would narrow down my audience, and this monument should be enjoyed by everyone, doesnt matter from where in the world you are.In 2017 I turned 40 and have never been in Capetown, so I invited my Cousin to do the road trip with me, and this monument was one of the places I only read of in books and on the internet, so I just had to visit it as well, and boy oh boy, I was dumbstruck by its beauty and sheer size.You have to visit this Monument on your way to Capetown when you visit South Africa again!

Beautiful scenery. Great for a picnic with friends and family.

Beautiful, well maintained, great area for a family picnic. They really go through a lot of trouble to arrange events every month that is appealing to the whole family.

Nice place and an excellent view over the whole of Paarl

Stunning panoramic views and really interesting architecture. Lovely shaded garden to picnic in. Restaurant was a bit disappointing as a number of the items on the menu were unavailable when we were there.

Must see. Beautiful gardens, impressive structures. Also small restaurant.

Love this place...it has the best view while sipping on something cold or a nice cappuccino. Food is very good as well. The manager/owner of the coffee shop is very friendly and helpful.

I always enjoy taking visitors from other Cities , Provinces and Countries to the Taalmonument. The 360 ° view from there is amazing. On a clear day you can.see Table Mountain . The sunset is something not to miss.

We enjoyed a beautiful day and brunch with family. The weather was perfect and the ambiance

Wonderful place to be... Tranquility! Best scenery!

The Radio KC Freedom Day Concert created a memory I have about Taalmonument that I will probably never forget!

I took a friend to see the Monument. I ordered coffee and cheesecake at the eatery called Die Volksmond. The views are magnificent. On a clear day Table Mountain is clearly visible in a south westerly direction.

Alien design ;)

Stunning gardens. Beautiful views. Shop and small library on premises.

Always beautiful up there.

Beautiful placeTon of Fun

I remembered going there as a child with my family. Now I got to share it with my husband and what a truly amazing monument. After studying architecture, I appreciated the monumental structure with new eyes. Definitely worth a visit. Next time we will take with a picnic basket.

Always inspring and worth a visit! The views are fantastic.

Wonderful to see what the monument represents. Well taken care off and friendly and delightful staff to assist. Not expensive to enter. Great place to have a picnic afterwards. A lot of bird life.

Lovely stargazing experience. Apart from the odd few, most people were very friendly and welcoming to English-speakers. Got to see the surface of the moon, some nebulae and stars.

Loads of plants if its your thing. Flowers, trees and the monument itself. Nice view !!

Tranquility among the trees.

This monument impressed me more than I expected. I like the meaning of the different spires.

Wow this place is stunning you have to view this place

This is indeed a very beautiful structure steeped in historical meaning. Be sure to visit the visitor center for a look into when why and how this was created, as well as some souvenirs. Theres a panoramic view of the whole town as well!

Very Relaxing. Great place to chill with the family

The structure is hollow! Its very impressive.

Really a great picnic spot. Ample space for the kids to. Breathtaking views of Paarl valley. Full Moon picnics during summers are epic and if you get there early youll be able to double up on spectacular Sunset aswell. Food and drinks are available at the on site restaurant with a respectable selection of pizzas and drinks. Fully licensed at that and best of all it wont cost you an arm and leg.

A must see place, beautiful and worth a visit

Nice and open so my grandson could play at hearts content. Coffee great and the food awesome. Thanks for a great outing.

So beautiful and a must to visit

Beautiful monument and well kept premises. Amazing event (Dans Van Die Vlamme) and great security. Lots of parking space too.

Very interesting architecture, the scale of the structure so impressive, all symbolic. Great views over the city, a delicious toasted sandwich, excellent coffee at the little cafe. Piece of Afrikaans history.

A Great South African Heritage site that is great for the entire family, great sights. Really a diamond in the rough.

Great place to relax have a picnic and enjoy beautiful scenery.

It was such a great experience and the views are amazing

Awe-inspiring place and a cultural gem. Worth every minute of time spent studying the heritage of the Afrikaans language and enjoying the beautiful views and lovely gardens.

Great place to unwind and have a relaxing walk through the gardens. Friendly and helpfull staff

Great view. Lovely historical setting. En dis Afrikaans.

Amazing place with an interesting design and reason behind it all.

Picturesque. Tranquil.