Experience the best things to do in Stellenbosch with our guide to essential eats, drinks, culture, activities and more.

Experience the best things to do in Stellenbosch with our guide to essential eats, drinks, culture, activities and more.
The beautiful vineyards and the mountainous nature reserves surrounding Stellenbosch offer a range of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. With its agreeable climate and endless sunsets, Stellenbosch is a year-round destination for hikers,…
Stellenbosch University (SU) continues to shine on the global academic stage, reaffirming its status as one of South Africa’s top tertiary institutions. The 2025 QS World University Rankings (WUR) by Subject, released…
The Stellenbosch Triennale signals the growing global interest for collectors of African women artists. The exhibition explores themes of breath, play and resilience and features African female artists such as South Africa’s…
Discerning jewellery enthusiasts are in for a dazzling treat, as Graff celebrates the 50th anniversary of its iconic motif. Honouring one of nature’s most enchanting creatures, the maison unveils a new collection…
In the heart of Stellenbosch, architectural and interior design company SKEP weaves its magic. As MARGUERITE VAN WYK discovers, its vibe is energetic, its projects innovative and quirky. DE STOMME JONGE used…
There’s one thing that Stellenbosch locals love as much as art and wine, and that is dining out, writes KARLA DE BOD. Taking these passions to the next level, local restaurants combine…
As the Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS) celebrates its 25th anniversary, JEAN MEIRING learns from its founding and current directors what it means for the town, South Africa and Africa. “WHERE’S EINSTEIN?”…
Electric motoring finally arrives off-road in the shape of Mercedes-Benz’s latest G-Class. Is it a good idea? PETER FROST tested the G 580 on an impromptu Pinotage Route. All the noise around…
World renown playwright Athol Fugard passed way in Stellenbosch on 8 March 2025. We share one of his last interviews with Temple Hauptfleisch. The promise of summer lurks in the air when…
MIKE MAVURA muses on the eagerly awaited highlight of the local arts calendar. There is palpable excitement in Stellenbosch and beyond as the art world’s focus turns to the town for the much-anticipated…