Activities in and around Stellenbosch
OUR ADVICE: It’s simply impossible to stay only one night in Stellenbosch. There is too much to do and to see! Stay 3 nights or more at Labri and receive between 15 – 20% discount.
Feel free to contact the institution of your choice directly and if necessary, pre-book excursions prior to your arrival.
Museums & History
Oom Samie se Winkel
Oom Samie se Winkel means "Uncle Samie's Shop" in Afrikaans. At this famous old shop, you will find anything
South African including wines from the local wine estates, antiques, sweets, jams, furniture and curios to take home.
The shop has been trading since 1904 and not much has changed since!
Address: 84 Dorp Street - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 887 0797 /2372
Stellenbosch Village Museum
The Stellenbosch Village Museum comprises of four historical houses and gardens: The Schreuderhuis - built in 1709; Blettermanhuis - built in 1789; Grosvenor House - built in 1782 and O.M. BERGH. Each house has its own unique story to tell.
The Toy and Miniature Museum is a world of enchantment with a collection of 1:12 scale miniatures, room
boxes, miniature houses, antique dolls, cars, cuddly toys and others.
Other interesting stops are “The V.O.C Kruithuis” & Erfurthuis, displaying Stellenbosch and its history.
Address: Market Street (Behind the Visitors’ Bureau) & Ryneveldstreet 37 - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 887 2948/ 2902
Wine Route/ Wine Tours
Various day tours from Labri Manor
Looking for a memorable wine & Stellenbosch countryside experience? Join one of our preferred Wine Tour
Operators. Catered for the beginner, wine lover, wine connoisseur and the wine buyer. Experience a fun, educational
and personal trip.
La Rochelle Tours: Website
Happy Holiday: Website
Niel Oosthuizen Tours: E-mail
Theatre/ Music
Endler & Fismer Hall - University of Stellenbosch Conserve
With many concerts and recitals, the Conserve and in particular the Endler Hall, play a big part in the cultural
life of Stellenbosch. For a more formal music taste, visit their website for the current concert calendar.
Address: Victoria Street - Stellenbosch (same street where Labri is situated)
Website
HB Thom Theatre - University of Stellenbosch Drama Department
A variety of Local & International productions are staged on a regular basis.
Address: Victoria Street - Stellenbosch (same street where Labri is situated)
Website
Dorp Street Theatre Café
Well known and attended by the ‘locals’, at the very informal Dorpstreet Theater Café you will experience
raw South African talent. Depending on the programme, you may experience anything from Poetry to Hard Rock or
Afrikaans to African sounds...
Address: Dorp Street - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 887 0797 /2372
Website
Klein Libertas Theatre
Informal Local Drama & Music at its best! Visit their website for more info.
Address: Bergzight Plein, Du Toit Str - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 883 8164
Website
Oude Libertas Amphitheatre
Cream of the crop Local and International Drama or Music. Book a formal open air seat or enjoy picnic informally
in the garden with music in the background.
Address: Bergzight Plein, Du Toit Str - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 883 8164
Website
Spier Amphitheatre
The Spier Arts Africa Centre has recently taken responsibility for what was previously known as the Spier Arts
Summer Season – a four-month performing arts festival. The Summer Season, for the past 11 years, has produced a diverse
offering of dance, theatre and music.
Address: R310, Lynedoch Road - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 881 3116
Website
Nature/ Picnic/ Outdoors
Jan Marais Nature Reserve
Not even a 2 min walk from Labri Manor, you will find this park in the heart of Stellenbosch. Labri offers hearty
picnic baskets to enjoy in the lovely surroundings. Enquire at Labri Manor’s Front Desk.
Address: Marias Street - Stellenbosch
Entrance: Free
Stellenbosch Botanical Gardens
The University of Stellenbosch Botanical Garden with its BioBuild Centre (Gift Shop) and Katjiepiering Restaurant
is situated in the historical centre of Stellenbosch. This compact garden enables one to view an enormous variety of
plants from across the globe.
Address: C/o Neethling & Van Riebeeck Street - Stellenbosch
Telephone:+27(0)21 808 3054 or 808-3025 (Restaurant)
Entrance: Free
Website
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
The Spectacular Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is ideal for hiking, trail running, mountain biking and fishing... or
leisurely view the fauna and flora while driving a 10km circle route. Assegaaibosch is much smaller and suitable for
shorter walks and picnics. Visitors can explore one or both on a single occasion, as they are in easy reach of each
other. The reserves are 8kms from Labri, just follow the Jonkershoek Road past wine farms into the Jonkershoek valley...
Address: Jonkershoek Valley - Stellenbosch
Telephone: +27(0)21 886 1560
Entrance: Permits acquired at gate.
Website
Sport and Adventure
Recreational
Would like to play some sport while you're in Stellenbosch? Enquire at Labri for more information regarding golf, squash, tennis, mountain biking, running or swimming, just to name a few!
Stellenbosch University Sport Performance Institute (SUSPI)
The Stellenbosch University Sport Performance Institute (SUSPI) has a wide range of world class sporting facilities at its
disposal. In addition to offering the use of these facilities, SUSPI also acts as a host for local and international sporting
events.
Website
Corporate Teambuildings, fun days and 4x4 driver training
Take the plunge into adventure with Pieter du Plessis: 1996 Spirit Award Camel Trophy Winner, experienced 4x4 instructor,
track/ course builder and accomplished adventure athlete. There are exciting packages to choose from: 4x4 activities, high
ropes courses, survivor or fear factor challenges and much more. For the 4x4 fanatics there are excellent training and track/
trail driving options. Get yourself challenged!
Website
Wildlife
Cheetah Viewing - Spier Estate
Visit Spier’s Cheetah Outreach facility and experience a personal encounter with a hand raised cheetah.
Address: R310, Lynedoch Road - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 809 1188
Website
Butterfly World
Butterfly World is the largest free flying park for butterflies in Southern Africa. There is no time limit on a visit to Butterfly
World, and visitors are welcome to take photographs or videos.
Address: R44 near Klapmuts - Stellenbosch
Tel: +27(0)21 785 5628
Website