Spier Wine Farm Travel Guide: Top Sights in South africa, Tours &

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Spier Wine Farm- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Historical & Cultural; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Spier Wine Farm, established in 1692 on the banks of the Eerste River in Stellenbosch, stands as one of South Africa's earliest wine estates and today encompasses 620 hectares featuring 21 restored Cape Dutch gables—more than any other property in the region—along with some of the country's oldest dated cellars built in the 1760s. Visitors encounter layers of history: remnants of San and Khoikhoi habitation, centuries-old oak and wild flora, alongside the solemn Slave Bell and interpretive Heritage Walks that trace both pastoral and colonial legacies Beyond its heritage architecture, Spier offers a vibrant blend of sustainable agriculture, contemporary art, and experiential engagement. The estate practices regenerative viticulture and operates a free-range chicken coop producing some 4,000 eggs daily, alongside farm-fresh vegetable gardens. Art is woven into the landscape via the Creative Block initiative—63 exhibitions by 42 South African artists—rotated annually across indoor and outdoor spaces. Travelers can explore protea-lined river walks, join Segway vineyard tours, enjoy chocolate-and-wine pairings, and observe rehabilitated birds of prey—all set against a backdrop of award-winning wine and seasonally curated farm-to-table dining.

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Reviews of Spier Wine Farm

A Peace of Art

5
Reviewed: 2025-05-09

Spier Wine Farm in Stellenbosch offers a wine tasting experience that seamlessly blends heritage, sustainability, and hospitality. Set against the backdrop of the Helderberg Mountains, the estate provides a picturesque setting for both casual visitors and wine connoisseurs.
Carla Van Der Walt

3
Reviewed: 2025-04-30

So myself and a friend went to the light show. The art itself was beautiful, but we definitely felt there was a bit of a disconnect between the art pieces. We did get a little lost trying to find our way to the main point of where to start.
Y Graves

4
Reviewed: 2025-03-28

A beautiful wine estate! We had a great wine tasting experience and thoroughly enjoyed the ambience that has been created. It is a high-quality venue that offers lots of options aside from the wine tasting. Very attentive and friendly staff! We did the Spier Tasting, which had a good variety of wines to personalise the tasting. For our particular taste, some of the whites were a bit too soft and easy drinking, but it's all about experiencing and learning! The charcuterie board was also high quailty and delicious!
Wianelle Briers

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-24

Spier is so much more than a wine farm. It is definitely one of the most special places to visit around Stellenbosch. The gardens are truly magnificent, with great old oak trees, wine tasting, restaurants and many beautiful picnic spots. They are also great supporters of art, and a wide range of contemporary art is on display. The free entry annual Light Art Festival is currently on until the 21st of April, and such a wonderful experience for the whole family.
Erick Macedo

5
Reviewed: 2025-03-18

We tried Spier because of the tons of negative reviews on the “famous” wineries and was an amazing experience! Thanks we found them. We had great time here and you can spend your full day with family and kids. You will find friendly and receptive staff, entrance control and parking, amazing food and good price. Good wine and bakery. Toilets are very clean and the property has also many art pieces and exhibitions.