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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. Stellenbosch is in Western Cape. Our South Africa itinerary planner allows you to plan your trip to Stellenbosch and a wealth of other destinations big and small.
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Top Stellenbosch tours
Cape Town Super Saver: Cape Point Highlights Tour plus Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $104
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Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl Valley Wine Day Trip BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $79
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Shark Cage Diving and Viewing from Cape Town BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $207
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Wine Tours & Tastings
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Duration:8​h
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Spier Wine Farm
4.2
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Waterford Estate
4.8
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
4.6
Duration:1​h 30​min

Side trips from Stellenbosch

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Boschendal Wine Estate
Groot Drakenstein
4.0
Duration:4​h
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Franschhoek Pass
Franschhoek
4.9
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Franschhoek Motor Museum
Franschhoek
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Duration:1​h
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Dolphin & Whale Watching
Hermanus
3.6
Duration:4​h 30​min

Wineries in Stellenbosch

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

Hidden gems in Stellenbosch

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Beer Tastings & Tours
4.8
Duration:8​h
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Rupert Museum
4.7
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Uva Mira Mountain Vineyards
4.5
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Stark-Conde Wines
4.4
Duration:1​h 30​min

Shopping in Stellenbosch

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Annandale Wine Estate
4.8
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Blaauwklippen Wine Estate
3.5
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Slow Market Stellenbosch
4.3
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Overgaauw Wine Estate
4.8
Duration:2​h 30​min

Tours in Stellenbosch

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Horseback Riding Tours
5.0
Duration:2​h

Featured attractions

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African King Tours
4.6
Duration:4​h
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Eagle Encounters, Stellenbosch, South Africa
4.6
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Shark Diving
Gansbaai
4.3
Duration:4​h
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Stony Point Penguin Colony
Betty's Bay
4.8
Duration:2​h 30​min
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