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Stellenbosch

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City of Oaks

Straddling the banks of the Eerste River, the university town of Stellenbosch enjoys international fame for its renowned wine estates and gourmet restaurants. Founded in 1679, the small town boasts scenic streets lined with oak trees and historic Cape Dutch buildings, as well as a variety of trendy shops, bars, and restaurants. You won't run out of things to do in Stellenbosch, as its proximity to Cape Town and a large student population provide a vivacious atmosphere and plenty of day-trip opportunities. Wine sampling, museums, and bustling dining and nightlife scenes all await you on your Stellenbosch vacation. Use our world travel planner: Stellenbosch and all its delights await.
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Top tours near Stellenbosch

Full-day Winelands Explore Private Tour of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $181
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Zipline and Wine BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $115
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Sip & Savour the Cape Winelands - Wine Pairing Small Group Day Tour BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $69
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Wine Tours & Tastings
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Duration: 8 hours
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Spier Wine Farm
4.2
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Waterford Estate
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Side trips from Stellenbosch

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Boschendal Wine Estate
Groot Drakenstein
4.0
Duration: 4 hours
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Franschhoek Pass
Franschhoek
4.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Franschhoek Motor Museum
Franschhoek
4.8
Duration: 1 hour
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Shark Diving
Gansbaai
4.3
Duration: 4 hours

Wineries in Stellenbosch

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Delaire Graff Estate
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Warwick Wine Estate
4.4
Duration: 4 hours
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Tokara Wine Estate
4.1
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Jordan Wine Estate
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min

Hidden gems in Stellenbosch

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Beer Tastings & Tours
4.8
Duration: 4 hours
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Rupert Museum
4.7
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Marianne Wine Estate
4.3
Duration: 2h 30 min

Shopping in Stellenbosch

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Blaauwklippen Wine Estate
3.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Annandale Wine Estate
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Slow Market Stellenbosch
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Duration: 2h 30 min
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Overgaauw Wine Estate
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min

Breweries & Distilleries in Stellenbosch

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Remhoogte Wine Estate
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Van Ryn's Distillery
4.3
Duration: 1 hour
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Stellenbrau
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min
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Autograph Gin
4.4
Duration: 1h 30 min

Featured attractions

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African King Tours
4.6
Duration: 4 hours
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Eagle Encounters, Stellenbosch, South Africa
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Stony Point Penguin Colony
Betty's Bay
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
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The Stellenbosch Village Museum
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
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Franschhoek BEST FOR: Winery / Vineyard, Specialty Museum, Historic Site
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