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Luke & Lina · 2027

Things to Do

A few local favourites for wine, dinner, and fresh air while you're in town.

Wine Estates

Waterford Estate
Waterford Estate

Waterford Estate

Stellenbosch's highest-rated winery — vineyard safaris and tastings in the Blaauwklippen Valley.

Jordan Wine Estate
Jordan Wine Estate

Jordan Wine Estate

A secluded family estate at the end of a winding road, with sweeping views over its own dam and vineyards.

Delaire Graff Estate
Delaire Graff Estate

Delaire Graff Estate

A dramatic perch on the Helshoogte Pass, pairing tastings with sculpture, art, and valley views.

Dining

The Fat Butcher
The Fat Butcher

The Fat Butcher

Stellenbosch's top-ranked restaurant — a steakhouse where you pick your own cut.

Helena's Restaurant
Helena's Restaurant

Helena's Restaurant

An intimate courtyard restaurant at the Coopmanhuijs, serving Provençal-leaning Cape cuisine.

Stellenbosch Kitchen
Stellenbosch Kitchen

Stellenbosch Kitchen

Traditional South African heritage cooking in a National Monument building on Dorp Street.

Outdoors

Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve

Jonkershoek Nature Reserve

The area's top-rated nature spot — hiking and mountain biking through the Jonkershoek valley.

Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden

Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden

South Africa's oldest university botanical garden, tucked into the historic centre of town.

Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden
Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden

Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden

Over 60 bronze sculptures set along wild-garden paths, by appointment only.