Attractions in Bellville
Distances are from the town centre.
Stellenbosch Museum Voorgelegen - Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
The Stellenbosch Museum Voorgelegen, part of the Stellenbosch Village Museum, is located in Dorp Street, Stellenbosch, and is one of the four historic houses that form this museum complex. Each house in the complex offers a unique perspective on the history and development of Stellenbosch from th...
Three Peaks Challenge - Cape Town
The Three Peaks Challenge in Cape Town is a challenge with a long history, dating back to March 1897, when a 25-year-old Carl Wilhelm Schneeberger successfully ascended Devil’s Peak, Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, starting from, and returning each time, to the old Johannesburg Hotel in Long Stre...
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway - Cape Town
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway provides easy access to the top of Table Mountain to over 800 000 people every year. The purpose of riding in the cableway is to reach the top of Table Mountain, but the trip up is an outing all on its own. You are gently transported both up and down the moun...
Constantia Valley Grape Run - Cape Town
The Constantia Valley Grape Run is a popular annual trail run held in the scenic Constantia Valley, Cape Town. This event offers participants the unique experience of running through some of the oldest and most prestigious wine estates in South Africa. The route takes runners through the vineyard...
Blaauwklippen Market - Stellenbosch, Cape Town
The Blaauwklippen Market is a popular weekly food market held at the Blaauwklippen Wine Estate, situated between Somerset West and Stellenbosch in Cape Town. This vibrant market takes place every Saturday and offers a diverse array of food stalls, local produce, and artisanal goods. It is well-lo...
Uitkyk Wine Estate - nr Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
Uitkyk Wine Estate is a historic wine estate located between Stellenbosch and Paarl in the Cape Winelands of South Africa. Known for its heritage, scenic beauty, and award-winning wines, Uitkyk dates back to 1712, making it one of the oldest estates in the region. Its name, "Uitkyk," translates t...
Village Museum, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
The Stellenbosch Village Museum is currently made up of four houses of historical interest and their gardens. These homes each represent a different period in the architectural development of Stellenbosch. The houses are Schreuderhuis, Blettermanhuis, Grosvenor House, and O.M Bergh, and their int...
Stellenbosch University - Cape Winelands
Although the name Stellenbosch is synonymous with good South African wines it is also known worldwide as the home of one of South Africa's top universities, Stellenbosch University. The history of the university dates back to December 1863 when the foundation was laid for the establishment of the...
Kloof Nek Road - Suburban Mountain Pass, Cape Town
Kloof Nek Road is one of Cape Town’s most iconic suburban mountain passes, linking the city bowl with the Atlantic Seaboard between the leafy suburb of Higgovale and the fashionable beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton. Nestled beneath the imposing slopes of Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, this histo...
Post House Wines - Somerset West, Cape Town
Post House Wines is a boutique winery located in Somerset West, near Cape Town, South Africa. The winery is situated on a historic farm that dates back to the early 1820s. Its name, Post House, originates from the building’s past use as a post office where mail was sorted for the surrounding area...
Eikendal Vineyards - Raithby, Cape Winelands
Eikendal Vineyards near Raithby is a mere 40 minute drive from the Cape Town city centre, or 15 minutes from Stellenbosch on the R44 route between the historic university town of Stellenbosch and Somerset West. Whatever your trip plans are for this area, this is a definite must see. With its barr...
Constantia Village Shopping Mall - Cape Town
Constantia Village Shopping Mall is an upscale shopping destination located in the heart of the lush Constantia Valley in Cape Town. Known for its elegant ambiance and wide variety of high-end stores, the mall serves both locals and visitors seeking a premium shopping experience. The mall is desi...
Lion's Head Hiking Trail - Kloof Nek, Cape Town
The Lion's Head Hiking Trail in Cape Town offers hikers a relatively short yet rewarding experience, culminating in panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. The trail is approximately 5.5 kilometers (3.4 miles) round trip and typically takes between 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, depending ...
Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival (SICMF)
The Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival (SICMF) is a prestigious annual event held at Stellenbosch University in the Western Cape. Launched in 2004, the festival has grown into one of the most significant chamber music events on the African continent, attracting talented young music...
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden - Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
The Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, located in the heart of Stellenbosch, is South Africa's oldest university botanical garden, having been established in 1922. It spans over two hectares and is a lush sanctuary that showcases an impressive diversity of plant species from around the wor...
Table Mountain National Park - Cape Town
Table Mountain National Park stretches from Signal Hill in the north, to Cape Point in the south and is home to the world’s smallest, yet most diverse floral kingdom, The Cape Floristic Region. Whilst standing at Cape Point, it’s hard to believe that you’re standing at the southernmost point of A...
Pipe Track Walk - Camps Bay, Cape Town
The Pipe Track Walk is a popular and scenic hiking trail located on the slopes of Table Mountain above Camps Bay in Cape Town. Known for its relatively easy route and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, this trail is ideal for walkers, trail runners, and families looking for a leisurely out...
Libertas Parva - Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
---------------------------- PERMANENTLY CLOSED -------------------------------- Dorp Street, in Stellenbosch, is one of the longest rows of old buildings surviving in any major town in southern Africa. And it is on this street that we find Libertas Parva. Originally built in 1773 by Lambertus...
Rondevlei Bird Sanctuary - Cape Town
Rondevlei Bird Sanctuary is a notable nature reserve situated in the Cape Flats region of Cape Town. This sanctuary is part of the larger False Bay Nature Reserve and is renowned for its rich birdlife and diverse wetland ecosystem. It offers a peaceful and scenic environment for birdwatchers, nat...
Warwick Wine Estate - Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands
Warwick Wine Estate, nestled in the picturesque Stellenbosch region of South Africa, is renowned for its exceptional wines, beautiful landscapes, and rich history. The estate's origins date back to 1771, making it one of the oldest vineyards in the region. Over the centuries, Warwick has grown in...