Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Stellenbosch
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Stellenbosch with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Stellenbosch area
This Stellenbosch map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Stellenbosch and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in South Africa
To see the multifaceted and diverse culture of such a multinational country as South Africa with your own eyes, be sure to check out Grahamstown National Arts Festival. From June 30 to July 9, all kinds of exhibitions, performances and concerts are organized as part of the festival. Talented people demonstrate to the public their achievements and creations in various arts. Every July, the small resort town of Knysna on the coast of the Indian Ocean becomes the venue for the Oyster Festival, which is very popular throughout South Africa. The highlight of its program is a competition in the preparation various dishes from these marine creatures. When the dishes are ready, there are eating contests. Another interesting event is the waiters' race demonstrating their art in serving ready meals and drinks to restaurant visitors. The festival program includes boat races, concerts, and many entertainment events. … Open
Photogallery of Stellenbosch sights
Our guide to Stellenbosch
Traditions and mentality of Stellenbosch
Part of the Cape Winelands Film Festival events has been held in Stellenbosch since 2003. Films in nine categories are included in the festival program: World Cinema, Independent Cinema, Art in Cinema, New Voices, Music in Cinema, Food in Cinema, That's So Gay (LGBT films), Eco-Cinema, Films about Tolerance, Films about Social and Political issues. Retrospectives and thematic programs are held separately. In … Open 
Travel guide to Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch has many gorgeous villas with white stone facades that have remained since the colonial period. Nowadays, these villas are occupied by famous hotels, restaurants, museums, and shops. Bletterman House is an interesting museum that can be safely called a typical example of the Dutch architecture. This house still has the atmosphere of the past, so visitors will find out a lot of interesting information … Open
Stellenbosch for children - what to visit
If Acrobranch Stellenbosch is a good place for schoolchildren, then Bugz Family Playpark is perfect for kids. This place cannot be considered "family" in the full sense of the word, despite the name. Parents will have nothing to do here, except to ride down the slides with their child or watch the child play sitting on a bench under the awning with a portion of ice cream. But it will be a lot of fun for kids in … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
A belt, backpack or purse made of crocodile or snakeskin can be quite expensive but very stylish purchase. If you do not know reliable ways to distinguish real exotic leather from fake, it will be better not to buy such an accessory on the market. You can buy a beautiful purse in any gift shop. If you want something more "African", you can pay attention to the drum. If you want to buy a decorative musical … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
You should start your acquaintance with meat delicacies with lamb Fleiss. This dish is prepared according to the recipes of native Africans. You can continue exploring the local cuisine in a great variety of ways. For example, you can order Cape dutch. This is a stew with local seasonings. You can also taste the fermented Boerewors beef or lamb sausage. Do you want a snack on the run? You should pay attention to … Open
Attractions and active leisure
These are not the only landmarks suitable for travelers with children. Guests of Stellenbosch might enjoy a visit to a small private zoo, Giraffe House Wildlife Awareness Centre. This is a great place to see typical African fauna – giraffes and zebras, buffalos and gazelles. Fans of thrilling experiences will have an amazing opportunity to visit the terrarium and hold snakes. Stellenbosch will not disappoint fans … Open
