7 Budget-friendly Things to do in Swellendam That You Shouldn't Miss

May 8, 2022 Etsuko Causey

Swellendam is the 4th oldest town in the Republic of South Africa, a town with 17,537 inhabitants situated in the Western Cape province. The town has over 50 provincial heritage sites, most of them buildings of Cape Dutch architecture. Swellendam is situated on the N2, approximately 220 km from both Cape Town and George.
Restaurants in Swellendam

1. Drostdy Museum

18 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam 6740 South Africa +27 28 514 1138 [email protected] http://www.drostdymuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 453 reviews

Drostdy Museum

This former government building, an architectural treasure in itself, is now a museum containing some impressive artifacts. Particularly noteworthy is a collection of late 18th and early 19th century Cape furniture.

Reviewed By DannyB_11 - London, United Kingdom

Open air type museum with numerous buildings displaying bygone lifestyles and crafts. Including a magistrates home with courthouse. Lovely couple of hours wander.

2. Swellendam Hiking Trail

Marloth Nature Reserve, Swellendam 6740 South Africa
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

Swellendam Hiking Trail

This popular hiking trail through the gorgeous Marloth Nature Reserve offers hikes of all lengths and difficulty levels.

Reviewed By RynoMyburgh - Swellendam, South Africa

The nature reserve is situated in the mountains and has stunning views from numerous hiking, running and MTB trails.

3. Marloth Nature Reserve

Swellendam South Africa +27 28 514 1410 http://www.capenature.co.za/reserves/marloth-nature-reserve
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4.5 based on 136 reviews

Marloth Nature Reserve

Wildflowers, majestic mountain views, many hiking trails and rare birds and animals grace this sprawling national park.

Reviewed By local287 - Somerset West, South Africa

It was a sunny day and we took a lovely walk along Duiwelsbos towards the waterfall. Very scenic and pretty.

4. NG Kerk Swellendam

c/o Voortrekker Str & Church Street, Swellendam 6740 South Africa +27 28 514 1225 [email protected] http://www.swellendammoederkerk.co.za
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4.5 based on 95 reviews

NG Kerk Swellendam

An extremely popular and impressive stop for global visitors with a permanent exhibition and a rich history. Unique architectural mix in SA.

Reviewed By Jet51160473081

This Dutch Reform Church is definitely worth a visit. The original church on this site was built in 1802 and this building was erected in 1911. It is Cape Dutch in architectural style and very plain inside according to Dutch Refirm tradition. There are interesting gravestones in the beautifully kept gardens surrounding the church

5. Umshanti

12 Km From Swellendam, Swellendam 6740 South Africa +27 28 512 3787 [email protected] http://www.umshanti.co.za
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Umshanti

Reviewed By H6529UZcarolm

This was our 4th trip and it gets better every time! Helps (for us) to go mid week and not during school holidays as we get real peace and quiet. The family that runs Umshanti are so friendly and accommodating. Nothing is too much trouble for them. This time we took our camper van and got exclusive views of the dam on the pitch we had. The scenery is so beautiful and the ambience so peaceful when there's nobody else around. Will definitely be back again soon. Would highly recommend for both families and those seeking peace and quiet as long as you pick your times to suit your requirements.

6. Swellendam fairy sanctuary

37 Buitekant Street, Swellendam 6740 South Africa +27 28 514 1786 http://swellendamsfairysanctuary.blogspot.com/
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4.0 based on 58 reviews

Swellendam fairy sanctuary

Reviewed By ClaireP3264

My partner and I decided on a spontaneous road trip with our 4 year old son yesterday and we ended up at the Faerie and Angel sanctuary. What a delight. Its magical place that leaves you feeling like you have escaped reality of life for a while. Beauty and peace. Our son cried when we had to leave... I felt the same way. I was obsessed with the mosaics some of which are a work in progress but the true joy is the faeries, mystics, pixies and angels. Some in plain sight and others not so much. Worth the visit even if you aren't a believer. We will be back.

7. Bontebok National Park

N2, Swellendam 6740 South Africa +27 28 514 2735 http://www.sanparks.org/parks/bontebok
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3.5 based on 451 reviews

Bontebok National Park

This picturesque camping area is a protected refuge for the rare bontebok, a South African antelope recognizable for its red coat and white face.

Reviewed By E6060LImichaeld

Was a lovely, scenic drive in a beautiful nature reserve. We managed to see the endemic bontebok, rhebok, and wild zebra. A stunning landscape. A must do.. definitely.

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