27/05/2026
Your very own Stellenbosch Art Walk roadmap. ๐จ๐
โ Start at The Avenues
Wake up rested. Enjoy a slow breakfast. Then step outsideโyou're minutes from everything.
๐ผ๏ธ Dorp Street (Your first stop)
Die Dorpstraat Gallery โ Situated on the oldest residential street in South Africa, this gallery specialises in solo and group exhibitions of contemporary South African artists across all mediums. Their collection is ever-changing, so there's always something new to discover. Open MondayโFriday 9amโ5pm, Saturday 9amโ3pm.
๐๏ธ Church Street
Church Street is Stellenbosch's art hub, lined with galleries showcasing everything from contemporary South African masters to emerging local talent.
SMAC Gallery โ An exceptional collection of South African Modern art. Open MondayโFriday 9amโ5pm, Saturday 10amโ3pm.
Art on Church Gallery โ A dynamic contemporary space featuring both established and emerging artists. Open MondayโFriday 9amโ5pm, Saturday 10amโ2pm.
Gavin Collins Gallery โ Another gem worth stepping into.
โ Coffee Break
Tucked away on Church Street, Meraki Cafรฉ serves locally sourced coffee and freshly baked pastries in a calm, oak-lined setting. The perfect pause between galleries.
๐จ Ryneveld Street
A short stroll from Church Street brings you to Ryneveld Street, home to more treasures.
Stellenbosch Art Gallery โ A stunning collection featuring works by masters like Pierneef, Maggie Laubser, and Hugo Naude sit alongside contemporary pieces. Open MondayโFriday 9amโ5pm, Saturday 9amโ1pm.
๐ฟ End with a riverside stroll
If you still have energy, the Stellenbosch Art Mile runs 1.6km along the Eerste Riverโan open-air gallery with site-specific artworks dotted along the path. Free, peaceful, and a lovely way to end a cultural afternoon.
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