Cape Town and the Western Cape
Things To Do in Stellenbosch
If you are considering visiting Stellenbosch or have already booked your accommodation in Stellenbosch, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Stellenbosch and come back and submit your Stellenbosch review or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.

The Woodmill Market
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
The Woodmill Market in the heart of Stellenbosch is open every Friday night from 17h30 to 22h00. It is a contemporary market offering nice ... more information

Amani Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Amani is a small boutique winery with a personal touch and warmth located in Stellenbosch. The wine is made by Carmen Stevens who works ... more information

Glenelly Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Led by a French Madame who brings years of Bordeaux winemaking experience and French finesse to the wines, Glenelly Estate is elegant and ... more information

Groenland Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Groenland meaning ‘green land’ can be found near Stellenbosch in the red wine part of Bottelary. The Steenkamp family are renowned for ... more information

Dorp Straat Galery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
Die Dorpstraat Galery is situated in the historic Dorp Street in Stellenbosch. Dorp Street was earlier referred to as “the wagon road to ... more information

Brampton Wine Studio
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
After Wellington producer-wholesaler DGB (Douglas Green Bellingham) purchased Brampton wines from Barlow, the home and a trendy one at that ... more information

Bartinney Cellars
Where: Pniel
How much (per person): On Request
Once described as the most beautiful valley on earth by a Harrods Director who first established the estate in 1920. The Manor House speaks ... more information

Neethlingshof Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
When making your way to Neethlingshof, you will have the pleasure of driving through an avenue of stone pines a kilometre long. Not only ... more information

Warwick Wine Estate
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
After the Anglo Boer war, Colonel William Alexander Gordon of the Warwickshire regiment settled on a farm in 1912. He dubbed it Warwick, ... more information

Overgaauw Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Overgaauw wine estate was formed part of a larger piece of land owned by Abraham van Velden’s ancestors since 1783. When his grandfather ... more information

Oldenburg Vineyards
Where: Pniel
How much (per person): On Request
Adrian Vanderspuy purchased Oldenburg Vineyards in 2003 which was originally a working fruit farm and with whom his grandmothers both had ... more information

Meerlust
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The original estate owner, Henning Huising, first settled here in 1693 upon realising just how beautiful this piece of land was. It was ... more information

Tokara Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
In 1994 GT Ferreira purchased the Tokara farm for residential purposes. But that was until the wine-making potential of this land was ... more information

Koffieklets Coffee House
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Come and have a mug of "Boeretroos" coffee and "Beskuit" with us. Maybe also try some of our famous sweets like Koesister and Melktert, ... more information

Stellenbosch Wine Bus
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R501 to R1000
A half day tour on the Stellenbosch Wine Bus leaves from Beau Joubert Winery which is a 350 year old winery and moves onto De Morgenzon. At ... more information

Somerbosch Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
When you are positioned exactly halfway between Somerset West and Stellenbosch, there’s only one name which would allude to this perfectly. ... more information

The Hearth Fair
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
The Hearth Fair was first launched in September 2009 and has grown from strength to strength. Hearth Fair is a monthly fair showcasing the ... more information

Skilpadvlei Wine Farm
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The Joubert family have owned Skilpadvlei since 1917. The farm name originates from a colony of turtles that was roamed the land. You’ll ... more information

Do a Tour of the Cape Winelands
Where: Cape Winelands
How much (per person): On Request
Join Gary Flynn of Cape Discovery Tours for a full day of Wine tasting and touring the beatiful Cape Winelands. Cape Town Discovery is an ... more information

Visit Simonsberg Cheese Shop
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
The Cape is known for its fabulous wines, which have won a number of awards around the world. However, this part of South Africa also ... more information

Drakenstein Lion Park
Where: Between Paarl & Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Drakenstein Lion Park is a Sanctuary for captive born predators. Drakenstein Lion Park was established in 1998 to provide lions in ... more information

Lanzerac Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Lanzerac is a wine estate that had been recognised for hundreds of years as a symbol of luxury, quality and prestige. It all begun in 1692 ... more information

Delvera Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Delvera is way more than a wine estate, but an entire village in the vineyards. You will find so much more than just wine to sample. There ... more information

Koelenhof Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Koelenhof Winery started as a family run estate in 1941 in north Stellenbosch and first begun bottling wine in 1974. They were the first ... more information

Babylonstoren Gardens
Where: Groot Drakenstein
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Visit the Babylonstoren in Groot Drakenstein. This beautiful Cape garden was inspired by the 17th century gardens of the Dutch East India ... more information

Scenic Flight over the Cape Winelands
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
We are based in Stellenbosch and operate from Stellenbosch airfield, which boasts one of the most scenic runways in South Africa. We offer ... more information

Bubbly and Sweet Treats
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
'Remember gentlemen, it's not just France we are fighting for, it's Champagne!' ~ Winston Churchill, WWI . Imagine what Winston ... more information

Mooiplaas Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Mooiplaas means ‘beautiful farm’ and is located on the northern slopes of the Bottelary Hills. The court’s messenger, Christoffel ... more information

Grangehurst Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The Walker family has owned Grangehurst since 1973 after Eddie and Betty Walker emigrated from England to Cape Town. They named the farm ... more information

Segway Gliding Tours at Spier
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R101 to R200
Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch is one of the most popular vineyards to visit with outstanding views and award winning wines. The original ... more information

Longridge Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Perched against the Cape Helderberg’s slopes, is a wine estate with breathtaking views over False Bay and the Stellenbosch Valley. ... more information

Lovane Boutique Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Beside the estate of Neethlingshof, you’ll find Lovane, a boutique wine estate. Their name originates from a Xhosa word U’Lovane which ... more information

Backsberg Estate Cellars
Where: Franschhoek
How much (per person): On Request
Set in the garden on the sprawling grounds of the Backsberg Wine Estate, Backsberg restaurant is an alfresco experience during summer - ... more information

Wine and Chocolate at Waterford Estates
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
A day in the country side can sooth most symptoms of stress. A glass of wine can dissolve most moments of misfortune. A mouthful of ... more information

Wine and Nuts
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
A little nuts, nuts about wine or nut sure - the 'Nuts about Wine' tasting offered at Stellenbosch Hills Wine Estate will pair your nutty ... more information

Dombeya Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Rianie Strydom took over the wine-making reigns at Dombeya in 2005 and she has continually brought fine wines to South Africa which has ... more information

African Dining Experience at Moyo
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Moyo is the Swahili word for soul and a dining experience at Moyo is African soulful experience. A fantastic venue for an African ... more information

M’Hudi Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
M’hudi comes from the Setswana word, ‘Mohudi’ which means ‘harvester’. A great African story tells the tale of a heroine, M’hudi who ran ... more information

Slaley Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Vet, ship-buyer and land owner, Charles Hunting, started the Hunting Company in 1874. Amongst his many ventures into aviation and defence ... more information

Zorgvliet Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Zorgvliet Vineyard Lodge and Spa is an historic farm dating back to 1692 and was first owned by Casper Wilders. When Peter Rhymer took over ... more information

Partake in an African Cooking Safari
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
South Africa is a melting pot of cultures burning on a flame of new found democracy. Take a few steps on a culinary journey that fed the ... more information

Kyburg Boutique Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
This boutique wine estate in the Devon Valley is owned by Fred and Rosmarie Reust who bought the farm in 1998. The decided to replant the ... more information

Moederkerk, Stellenbosch
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
A visit to Stellenbosch would be somewhat incomplete without a trip to the Moederkerk which is in the top end of the town. Moederkerk means ... more information

Uva Mira Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The view from these unique high altitude vineyards is something to behold. Situated between 420 and 620 meters above sea level on the ... more information

Hazendale Wine Estate
Where: Kuils River
How much (per person): On Request
Situated beside the Bottelary Hills in Stellenbosch is a farm where vines were first planted 312 years ago. 1994 saw Dr Mark Voloshin and ... more information

Stellenbosch Fresh Goods Market
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
Old school favourites meet the new school lifestyle on a paved courtyard in a modern Stellenbosch development which is easily mistaken for ... more information

Dormershire Wine Estate
Where: Kuils River
How much (per person): On Request
This boutique wine estate is said to have been named after the previous owner’s wife and daughters. He shortened the names Doris, Merle and ... more information

L’Avenir Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Michel Laroche bought L’Avenir Wine Estate in 2005. Land known for its Pinotage and Chenin Blanc and 55 hectares planted to vines. In 2006, ... more information

Wine & Biltong Tasting
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
'Bil' means buttocks and 'tong' means strip in Dutch, together they term strips of lean buttocks meat which is salted, air-dried/sun-dried ... more information

Visit Butterfly World
Where: Paarl / Stellenbosch / Wellington
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Butterfly World is home to more than 24 species of exotic butterflies and a large variety of birds. Butterfly World is situated on Route 44 ... more information

Ready. Aim. Fire
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R501 to R1000
Earmuffs, aim, squeeze the trigger, smoke... beginners are welcome to shoot the breeze while experienced shooters are welcome to put big ... more information

Rustenberg Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Vineyards have been growing on this farm since 1682. German Roelof Pasman started his farm here and his grandson Pieter Laubscher inherited ... more information

Sylvanvale Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Grapes have been grown on this property since the 1960’s and to this day, harbours some of the best vineyards in the region. These ... more information

Stellekaya Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
In the heart of the winelands, you will find a wine estate who names the wines according to the stars. Stellekaya is a privately owned ... more information

Muratie Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R101 to R200
Calling all wine lovers! Muratie Wine Estate is one of the oldest wine estates in South Africa with the farm dating back to 1685. The ... more information

Vredenheim Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
This farm is home to the Bezuidenhout family; a truly Afrikaans-speaking family who take hospitality very seriously and delight in making ... more information

Devonvale Golf & Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
If you’re a lover of golf and wine, I can’t imagine why you’d venture any further than Devonvale Golf and Wine Estate in Bottelary Valley. ... more information

Delheim Cellar
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Delheim is situated in the Simonsberg region and is owned by ‘Spatz’ Sperling and his family. Its origins go back to the 1930s when Hans ... more information

Dornier Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Dornier offers superb food wines which include mostly single variety wines such as Chenin blanc, a Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot and a ... more information

Le Bonheur Wine Estate
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
They built the homestead, a classic example of the H-shaped Cape Dutch style architecture of the 1820s, complete with its original doors ... more information

Haskell Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Owner Preston Haskell first visited South Africa in 1985 and later returned with parents in 1991 with a keen interest in wine. His ... more information

Morgenhof Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Amongst the families with winemaking experience arriving from La Rochelle, an export harbour for famous Cognac brandies, was the ... more information

Kaapzicht Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Yet another gem you can find along Bottelary Road in the Stellenbosch district is Kaapzicht, which has been owned by the Steytler family ... more information

Fort Simon Wine Estate
Where: Kuils River
How much (per person): On Request
This estate in the slopes of the Bottelary Hills has 61 hectares under vineyards, experiences much-needed sea breezes and is quite ... more information

Wine Tasting by Bicycle
Where: Stellenbosch / Start in Cape Town
How much (per person): R201 to R500
South Africa's only carbon negative tour of the Winelands with Bikes ' n Wines. These tours are targeted at young-hearted and ... more information

Visit Oom Samie Se Winkel
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
Oom Samie Se Winkel (Uncle Samie's Store) is an institution in Stellenbosch and a recommended stop on any visitors agenda. Continuing the ... more information

Prince Albert Scenic Flight from Stellenbosch
Where: Prince Albert
How much (per person): On Request
We depart at seven o’clock after coffee and rusks served at the hangar, overlooking Stellenbosch and the surrounding mountains. Weather ... more information

Rupert Museum
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Rupert Museum showcases the unique private art collection of Anton and Huberte Rupert. Located in the historical town of Stellenbosch, ... more information

Monterosso Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
A man named ‘Papa’ Socrate always dreamt of having his own red wine and now in Stellenbosch, this has become a reality. Monterosso is run ... more information

Uitkyk Wine Estate
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
In 1712, Uitkyk was granted as a grazing farm to Jan Oberholzer and later in 1929, Hans Von Carlowitz acquired it. His sons assisted him in ... more information

Ken Forrester Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The Forrester family bought the Scholtzenhof farm in 1993, restored the 17th century homestead and replanted vines. A year later the Ken ... more information

Boerebraai at Middelvlei
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
An integral part of South African culture is to cook outdoors. Having a braai or making potjie has evolved into an unique South African ... more information

Spier Wine Centre & Shop
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The Wine Centre is housed in an original Dutch gabled barn dating back to 1750 and it’s where wines from over 175 local wine estates, ... more information

Goede Hoop Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
If you find yourself in the Bottelary Hills, pop into the beautiful Goede Hoop wine farm for a tasting. Just off the old road between Kuils ... more information

Koopmanskloof Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Koopmanskloof is yet another wine estate which proves that age old wine traditions and hard work of a family makes for fine wines. Its ... more information

Post House Wines
Where: Somerset West
How much (per person): On Request
In 1981, Hermann Gebers bought the farm which is now known as Post House. He planted vineyards in place of the tobacco and bush vines ... more information

Stellenzicht Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Barendt Hendrikse was the first owner of Stellenzicht in 1692 when it formed part of a larger farm named Rustenburg. At the time, Simon van ... more information

Stellenbosch Hills
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Stellenbosch Hills originated from the Vlottenburg Co-op which was founded in 1945. Wine was bottled under the Vlottenburg label, but as ... more information

Visit the Stellenbosch Art Gallery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
Pay a visit to the Stellenbosch Art Gallery in picturesque Stellenbosch where an extensive selection of paintings, sculpture, handmade ... more information

Beyerskloof Wine Farm
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
This farm was originally named Nooitgedacht and when Beyers Truter bought the farm, he became the sixth generation of Beyers to farm this ... more information

Jordan Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
The dynamic duo, Gary and Kathy Jordan, took over a farm with a 300 year history from his parents Ted and Sheelagh. His parents purchased ... more information

Eikendal Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The Saager family hailing from Zurich Switzerland have owned Eikendal since 1981. Once they saw the farm within the ‘Golden Triangle’ of ... more information

Vrede Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
You will find Vrede Wine Farm located in the heart of the Stellenbosch against the eastern slopes of the Bottelary wine region beneath the ... more information

Bilton Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
As with most wine estates in the Stellenbosch region, Bilton’s origins go back centuries. The first vines were planting in 1726. The old ... more information

Dwars River Escape Route
Where: From Stellenbosch area
How much (per person): On Request
Launched in 2003, the Dwars River Escape Route includes not only some incredible scenery, cultural features, things to do and places of ... more information

Clos Malverne Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Colonel JW Billingham originally named the farm Malvern Heights after the surrounding hills of Malvern in England. When Seymour Pritchard ... more information

Annandale Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Annandale is the oldest farm in the Helderberg Valley. Nine years after Governor Simon van der Stel first discovered Stellenbosch on ... more information

Asara Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Asara originated in 1691 and was named Verdun when granted as a farm and in 1772. The Roux family bought it and retained it until 1995. The ... more information

Stellenbosch Village Museum
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The history of Stellenbosch is portrayed in a novel way at the Stellenbosch Village Museum. Instead of rooms full of photos and remnants of ... more information

Van Rhyn Brandy
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Van Ryn’s began in Cape Town in 1845 and the distillery where the brandy is made was established in 1905. The original building is still in ... more information

Delaire Graff Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Situated on Botmaskop Peak along the Helshoogte Pass and once served as a lookout point for ships sailing into Table Bay Harbour. Farmers ... more information

Thelema Mountain Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The fruit farm of Thelema was bought was the Mclean family in 1983. Gyles and Barbara Webb found the farm atop the Helshoogte Pass making ... more information

Kanonkop Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
JW Sauer originally bought Kanonkop. At the time, he was a cabinet member in the parliament of the Union of South Africa. His ... more information

Kleine Zalze
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
‘Kleine Zalze wines are marked by classical structure and complexity matched by a vibrant flavour intensity.’ The key factors in creating ... more information

Take the kids to Kardoesie
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Kardoesie is a coffee shop and kids’ party venue in quiet Aan de Wagen Road, off Dorp Street in the centre of Stellenbosch. Parents can ... more information

Middelvlei Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
On the outskirts of Stellenbosch, one of South Africa's most picturesque towns and hub of the Cape's wine industry, a winding cobblestone ... more information

Peter Falke
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person):
Groenvlei has been a working wine farm since 1669 and German entrepreneur, Franz-Peter Falke purchased Groenvlei Wine Farm in 1995. He is ... more information

Bonfoi Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Bonfoi estate’s original name was Aan den Weg which was the road joining the regions of Cape Town and Stellenbosch. Ann den Weg was given ... more information

Marianne Wine Estate
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
On the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain outside of Stellenbosch, you’ll find rolling hills, grape vines, hospitality and superb wines at ... more information

Laibach Vineyards
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
The motto of Laibach of, “Treat every vine, every bunch and every berry with absolute affection and you will get the best wine, most ... more information

Dewaal Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Cape Dutch homestead on Uiterwyk farm which was the last outpost (the literal meaning of its name) on the road between Stellenbosch and ... more information

Blaauwklippen for Kids
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
A tour of the winelands is an incredible experience that everyone should enjoy at least once in their lifetime. However, appreciating the ... more information

Hartenberg Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
A man by the name of Christoffel Esterhuizzen became the first owner of ‘Het Hartenberg’ in 1704 and planted vines throughout the farm ... more information

Villiera Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
This family-owned estate was started in 1983 by cousins Simon and Jeff Grier who immediately set about replanting varietals of a classic ... more information

Keermont Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Jan Jac van Dyk owned most of the land in the Blaauwklippen Valley in 1694. He was one of the first Europeans to recognise the potential of ... more information

Alto Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Alto’s beginnings start in 1693, where it was part of a farm named Groenrivier (Green River). In 1919 owner, Hennie Malan, divided the ... more information

Summerhill Boutique Wine Farm
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The origin of Summerhill lies with JG Snyman who was granted the farm in 1837. He had discovered the fertile soil on the slopes of ... more information

Bottelary Hills Wine Centre
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Come and visit the information gateway to all the fantastic vineyards and products that you may find along the beautiful bottelary hills ... more information

Do a Private Wine Tour
Where: Somerset West
How much (per person): On Request
You will be personally escorted on your exclusive wine tour by Richard Hilton, a Cape wine producer (Pax ‘Verbatim’ Vineyards) and lover of ... more information

Wine Tasting at Saxenburg Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Come and discover wines which been created by Nature and crafted by our Cellar Master, Nico Van der Merwe to produce that special quality ... more information

Remhoogte Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Murray and Juliet Boustred purchased Remhoogte in 1994. They planted new vineyards, restored the buildings on the property and built a new ... more information

Bellevue Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The farm was first acquired by Christoffel Groenewald in 1701, but its name was only changed in 1851 to Bellevue. The Morkel family have ... more information

Camberley Wines
Where: Pniel
How much (per person): On Request
Camberley is a small winery along the Helshoogte pass beneath the Groot Drakenstein Mountains. It was a winery which came about from the ... more information

Yonder Hill Wine Estate
Where: Somerset West
How much (per person): On Request
Yonder Hill is one of those wine farms where you can easily become a regular. Upon arrival you will be mostly we were welcomed by their ... more information

Toy and Miniature Museum
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Toy and Miniature Museum in Stellenbosch houses a collection of 1:12 scale miniatures, room boxes, miniature houses, antique dolls, ... more information

Louisvale Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
For all the Chardonnay lovers this is an estate for you. In the Devon Valley is where you’ll find Louisvale. When Hans Froehling and Leon ... more information

Knorhoek Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The fabulous Fertile Foothills of Simonsberg Mountain hold the original farm previously known as Kleygat (Clay-hole), now known as ... more information

Horse Ride through Spier Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R201 to R500
Anyone fluent in 'Horse' would most certainly is able to confirm from a quick eavesdropping of the stables at the wine farm of Spier that ... more information

Eagle Encounters at Spier
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Founded in December 2001 by Hank and Tracy Chalmers, Eagle Encounters is a bird of prey rehabilitation, education, conservation and ... more information

Rust en Vrede Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Rust en Vrede was established about 315 years ago by the Cape Governor Willem Adrian van der Stel. The homestead was built in 1780 and the ... more information

L’Olivier Wine and Olive Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Just 45 minutes away from the bustling city of Cape Town, will have you feeling as if you’ve been flung far in the countryside. You’ll see ... more information

Klein Lanzerac Equestrian Club
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The Klein Lanzerac Equestrian Club is a recently established horse riding yard. The club is situated on a wine farm in Stellenbosch, ... more information

Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free
Amongst the many wine estates in the region lies the Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy. Renosterveld is a threatened type of ... more information

Stellenrust Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Stellenrust is one of South Africa’s biggest family owned wine estates. It was founded in 1928 and culminates centuries of skills in wine ... more information

Alluvia Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Alluvia is truly a wine estate that has it all and then some. Only 6.5km from Stellenbosch, it is on the Helshoogte Pass in the Banhoek ... more information

Nietvoorbij Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Amidst the lush oaks, you’ll see a small sign letting you know that the experimental cellar of Agricultural Research Council (ARC) ... more information

Assegaaibosch Walk (Route B)
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free
Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve is a well-known reserve, offering three walking trails through a once cultivated wildflower garden, that is ... more information

Quoin Rock Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Quoin Rock got its name from Quoin Point in the Agulhas region which happens to be the second most southerly point of Africa after Cape ... more information

Vriesenhof Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Vriesenhof has a history dating back to the early eighteen century where its south facing slopes are perfectly positioned to produce wines ... more information

Avontuur Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
On your way up to Avontuur Wine and Thoroughbred Estate, you will pass by the 40 horses’ paddocks before arriving at the cellar. The estate ... more information

Stellenbosch Botanical Gardens
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free
The Stellenbosch Botanical Garden is the oldest university botanic garden in South Africa. The Garden is beautifully maintained and ... more information

Simonsig Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
In 1688 French Huguenot Jacques Malan arrived in the winelands and signalled the beginning of a journey for the Malan family. The late ... more information

The Bergkelder Wine Centre
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Bergkelder means ‘cellar in the mountain’ and was built along the very steep Papegaaiberg mountain slopes. The mountain was named after the ... more information

Malanot Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
From a young age, owner Marius Malan was exposing to wine making practices. He grew up on a farm named Staart van Paardeberg where his Dad ... more information

Kanu Private Cellar and Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
On the farm of Goedgeloof, the name Kanu came about thanks to a senior farm worker who shares a story of a mythical bird of promise. If you ... more information

JC le Roux
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
The house of JC le Roux saw its beginnings when French Huguenot Jean le Roux first started planted vines in 1704. In total he planted 8000 ... more information

Le Riche Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
You will find Le Riche Wines nestled in the breathtaking Jonkershoek valley near to the Hottentots Holland mountain range and the ... more information

De Morgenzon Wine Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
De Morgenzon means 'the morning sun,' and got its name from bring the first portion of the Stellenboschkloof valley to see the sun. De ... more information

Strawberry Safari
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Strawberry fields and scarecrows aplenty await pickers in the Cape summer season. Warm weather and leisurely fruit picking makes for a fun ... more information

Chabivin
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
You would be mistaken to pass this hidden gem by. The friendly winemaker Hendrik Snymanwill greet you warmly and introduce you to their ... more information

Ludwig’s Roses Winelands
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
The Western Cape is renowned for its beauty and its natural abundance, and Ludwig’s Roses showcases this to perfection. With hundreds of ... more information

Ernie Els Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
When arriving at Ernie Els you’ll first encounter huge granite boulders, ponds beside the path all filled with Koi fish. You can continue ... more information

The Giraffe House
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
The Giraffe House Wildlife Awareness Centre is privately owned and situated on 15 Hectares of land between Klapmuts and Stellenbosch. ... more information

Hoopenburg Wine Estate
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
The German Schmitz family established Hoopenburg estate which happens to be the only wine estate in the country where bush vines form 100% ... more information

Verena Wine Experience
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Have you experienced South Africa’s oldest wine route through the eyes and taste buds of a winemaker? The Stellenbosch district forms ... more information

Taste Reserve Wines at Waterford Estate
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R101 to R200
Vintage wines are rare in availability and even more rarely available by glass. The rarest opportunity of tasting a selection of vintage ... more information

Louiesenhof Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Stefan Smit’s great grandfather bought Louisenhof which formed part of Koopmanskloof in 1896. Wheat, cattle and grapes were farmed and ... more information

Dalla Cia
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Giorgio moved to South Africa with his family in 1974 and it turned out to be the best move for him and for South African wine. He produced ... more information

Slaley Farm Market
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
On the last Sunday of every month, the Slaley Farm Market showcases more than 30+ choice producers. Products include fresh produce, freshly ... more information

De Trafford Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
De Trafford Winery can be found perched between the Stellenbosch and Helderberg slopes on the Mont Fleur farm. When the Trafford family ... more information

Tea at Hillcrest Berry Orchards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
On a beautiful, crisp, clear and sunny Western Cape winters day there is nothing better than sitting outside for a meal while enjoying a ... more information

The Craft Market at Spier
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): Free to Browse
The craft market at Spier is a must-see, showcasing top-quality contemporary and traditional artworks by South African crafters. ... more information

Make Your Own Wine at Stellenrust
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R501 to R1000
Come and visit Stellenrust Wine Estate, where you will have the unique opportunity to make your own wine! You will pick your own grapes, ... more information

Rainbow’s End Wine Estate
Where: Pniel
How much (per person): On Request
After driving off the beaten track and enjoying breathtaking views of Banghoek Valley and slopes of Jonkershoek Mountain, you will totally ... more information

Lievland Wine Estate
Where: Klapmuts
How much (per person): On Request
Lievland is a family-run wine estate which dates back to 1715. The cellar was built in 1823 and the Cape Dutch house in 1828, both of which ... more information

Hidden Valley Wines
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
For those who love to go slightly off the beaten track in search of the lesser-known gems, then Hidden Valley is a place you have to visit. ... more information

Local is Lekker at Lucky Store
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): R1 to R100
Set amongst the authentic life of a previously disdvantaged Stellenbosch community, a family team (including a winemaker and a chef of ... more information

Graceland Vineyards
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
In 1990, Paul and Susan McNaughton bought the rather small 18 hectare farm. Susan is the winemaker and viticulturalist, whilst Paul handles ... more information

Guardian Peak Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Guardian Peak wines were produced to be enjoyed at anytime and wherever you so wish. It is made with the intention to compliment people ... more information

Neil Ellis Winery
Where: Stellenbosch
How much (per person): On Request
Neil Ellis was seen the first négociant in the Cape, buying fruit from vineyard sites and specifically matching grape to soil. Neil Ellis’ ... more information
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