Stellenbosch- About the Neighbourhood
Stellenbosch, South Africa’s second-oldest town, is rich in history, culture and natural beauty.
Add adventure, wine and food experiences to the mix and you have a winner.
Adventure seekers can trek off-road on a non-motorised scooter trip through the thrilling paths and slopes of Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. Or hike through this 9,800-hectare UNESCO World Heritage site, navigating different trails and footpaths.
Getting around is easy, whether you jump on a bus, eBike or a tuk-tuk around Stellenbosch to various wine estates. Visitors can also enjoy segway rides in some of the most beautiful vineyards.
Take a leisurely tour of the town on a bicycle – passing historic sites, Stellenbosch University and cycling through the Jonkershoek Valley. Or burst through the treetops on a thrilling zipline adventure.
If markets are more your thing, spend a day at Route 44 Market, surrounded by picturesque vineyards and trees. The market offers live entertainment, 80 craft stalls and a selection of over 50 food traders.
Picnics and wine tastings are plentiful in Stellenbosch.
Opt for a pre-packed picnic on one of the farms in Stellenbosch or indulge in a wine bus tour, which includes three wine tastings, a cellar tour featuring a tasting from a barrel (where possible) and a traditional South African braai for lunch.
History buffs will appreciate a visit to Stellenbosch’s Village Museum, home to a range of exhibitions, including the Schreuderhuis – the oldest restored townhouse in South Africa.
The Stellenbosch Botanical Garden is also pretty impressive. See a wide range of exotic and indigenous plants, shaded trails, small streams and ponds. Or grab a basket and go strawberry picking on a local farm.
Art fanatics can book a guided art tour highlighting 11 significant points of interest, and bird enthusiasts can revel in Eagle Encounters, a bird-of-prey rehabilitation, conservation, and eco-tourism project.
Shopping is equally popular, with retailers ranging from cute boutiques to antique stores and shopping malls.
End the day with a party at one of the nightclubs dotted around town.
Key Attractions in Stellenbosch

Things to Do in Stellenbosch
Athlone in Cape Town is a cultural hub made up of a number of vibrant arts, culture, and memorial areas that form a centre for culturally diversity.
Places to Stay in Stellenbosch
If you’re looking for a place to stay in this region, there are several excellent options to choose from.
Places to Eat & Drink in Stellenbosch
With its rich cultural diversity, Athlone offers a wide selection of dining options.
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Not a bad way to start your day… ☕🎶
Cape Town’s waking up to a new kind of buzz: coffee raves. These energetic gatherings take place in coffee shops and cafés, serving up some of the best brews in town.💃🕺
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Sweet tooth lovers, this one’s for you! 🍰🍩
World Baking Day is just around the corner (it’s celebrated on the third Sunday in May),and we whipped up a list of the must-visit spots for the city’s best bakes. 😉
These include:
📍Sweet LionHeart: Unit 14, Sweet LionHeart, Wembley Square, Roodehek St, Gardens
📍JARRYDS Brunch & Bistro: 90 Regent Rd, Sea Point
📍Paris Cape Town: 343 Main Road, Sea Point and 50 Kloof Street, Gardens
📍Cafe Chiffon: Old Cape Quarter, 72 Waterkant St, Green Point
📍Tessa’s Bakery: Milpark Centre, Milnerton, Willowbridge Lifestyle Centre, and Riverlands Mall, Observatory
📍Coco Safar: Piazza St-John, 395 Main Rd, Sea Point
📍Baked Sugar: Shop 27b Ottery Value Centre, Ottery Rd, Ottery East
📍 Limnos Bakers: Various branches in Cape Town
📍Cake Canteen: The Woodmill, Stellenbosch, 12 Bella Rosa Street, Bellville and 84a Upper Upper Maynard Street, Gardens
📍Little Cupcake Bakery: 283 Imam Haron Rd, Claremont
📍Dolce Bakery: 38 Lower Rochester Rd, Observatory
📍Lebanese Bakery: 203 Imam Haron Rd, Claremont, and 7 Constitution Street, District Six
📍Olympia Cafe And Deli: 134 Main Road, Corner Windsor and Main Roads, Kalk Bay
📍Rosemead Artisan Bakery & Café: Corner of Park and, Volstruis St, Yzerfontein
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Ever wandered through a museum and felt as though you were stepping into a different era?
Cape Town’s museums do exactly that, offering a front-row seat to our country’s struggles, stories, and journey to freedom.🚶🏾🚶♀️
In celebration of International Museum Day on Sunday, 18 May 2025, here are some museums in Cape Town you can visit for under R100:
📍District Six Museum
📍Cape Town Museum of Childhood
📍Rust en Vreugd
📍The Iziko South African Museum
📍The Iziko South African National Gallery
📍Bo-Kaap Museum
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Don’t let the upcoming colder months stop you from enjoying a beautiful hike in Cape Town. ⛰️🏃🏼
Here are some winter hikes we suggest you try in the Mother City:
📍Lion’s Head
📍Jonkershoek Nature Reserve Waterfalls Trail, Stellenbosch
📍Woodstock Cave
📍The Pipe Track
Share some of your favourites in the comments below!
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Cape Town is giving us the chills 🤩
Here are some of our favourite images you shared with us. 📸
1. On a mission: @wherethelight_is
2. Kelp dive: @mermaid_danii
3. Rainy stroll: @cliffs.snaps
4. Moody: @capetown_landscapes
5. View ahead: @ianschepers
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Kayaking with jellyfish 🪼
@meganthetravelingwriter had a special, and rather dramatic, encounter with a bloom of Starlight Jellyfish during a recent kayaking adventure. 🤩
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Treat your mom to these Cape Town experiences 🥰
📍See the Big 5 at @aquilasafaris
📍Quad biking and Jeep tour at Atlantis Dunes
@jeeptours.capetown @twin.venture
📍@2handsyexperience
📍Dinner and wine pairing at @reveriecapetown
📍The Diptyque Tea Experience at @labotessahotel
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Golden hour hits different in Cape Town 🌅
📹: Motaz Azaiza
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Come with us to Kommetjie🌊🏄
📍Imhoff Farm, including Blue Water Cafe, Volea Padel Centre, and Imhoff Equestrian Centre
📍The Green Room
📍The Village Place, including The Cone Collection, Kommetjie Fish and Chips
📍Good Riddance Coffee Co.
📍Deep South Distillery
📍Slangkop Lighthouse
📍Long Beach
Got any favourite places you love visiting in this area? Drop them in the comments section...
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Autumn days 🍂😌
Here are some of our favourite images and videos you shared with us. 📸
1. The Tranquility Cracks: @blackhollywoodhiker
(Please note this route is considered challenging)
2. Vistas for days: @21nettleton
3. This and no stress: @madeye_photography
4. Kayak adventure: @capetown_kayak_adventures via @emilyrosevd
5. Scenic drives: @profound_richness
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Grab your besties and head on an epic road trip to some of the most iconic attractions in Cape Town and surrounding areas. 🚗
@marisia_in_africa shares her must-visit spots you won’t want to miss:
📍V&A Waterfront
📍Green Point Lighthouse
📍Camps Bay and a visit to the local vendors
📍Take in the scenic viewpoints along the coast
📍Chapman’s Peak Drive
📍Noordhoek, Kommetjie, Slangkop Lighthouse
📍Misty Cliffs and Cape Point Farmstall
📍Stoney Beach, Boulders, Simon’s Town, Fish Hoek
📍Bloubergstrand for sunset
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Hugs are great, but so is a trip to Cape Town! 😌
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